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Archaeologist

ASI (Archaeological Survey of India) is the main employer. High passion career.

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At a glance
Salary range in India
₹4.0L – ₹10.0L/year
Market demand
stable
LowVery High
Minimum qualification
M.A. in Archaeology/History + UGC NET
Work environment
Office / Hybrid / Remote

Your pathway into Archaeologist

1
Step 1
Excavation Trainee -> Assistant Archaeologist -> Superintending Archaeologist

Skills you'll need

Field Excavation
Core skill
Artifact Analysis
Core skill
GPS/GIS Mapping
Core skill
Historical Conservation
Core skill

Salary breakdown in India

Junior (0–2 yrs)
Entry Level
Mid (2–5 yrs)
Mid Level
Senior (5–8 yrs)
₹4.0L – ₹10.0L/year
Lead / Head
Upper Range

What does a Archaeologist actually do?

ASI (Archaeological Survey of India) is the main employer. High passion career.