Archaeology is the study of historic and prehistoric material and physical remains through the recovery, analysis and documentation for a broad and comprehensive understanding of human life, their culture and societies and their changes over time.
What can I do (Roles Available) ?
Numismatists
Epigraphists
Archivist
Museologist
Heritage management
Ethno Archaeology
Environment Management
Professor/Lecturer
Where can I work?
Indian Historical Records Commission
Government Museums
Ministry of Culture
State Public Service Commissions
Archaeological Survey of India
UNICEF
UNESCO
Union Public Service Commissions
National Archives of India
Private Museums
Archaeological Services Inc
Galleries
Archives
ArchEO
ArchAI
Lithodomos VR
Positives
Good base for government services
Dynamic career field
Opportunities to travel
Challenges
Requires high academic degree
Initial remuneration is low
Key Skills Required
Team Work
Time Management
Analytical Aptitude
Problem Solving
Critical thinking
Reasoning
Excellent Research Skills
What Should I study ?
Pathway 1
Class XII with any stream - B.A. / B.Sc. in any field or Archaeology - M.A Archaeology/ Ancient Indian History and Archaeology/ Museology/ Conservation, Preservation and Heritage Management - Ph.D
Pathway 2
Class XII with any stream - B.A. / B.Sc. in any field or Archaeology - Post-Graduate Diploma in Archaeology and Museology