Superintending Archaeological Engineer – UPSC

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Quick Info

Vacancies
Vacancies: 2
Employment Type
Employment Type: Full Time
Pay Scale
Pay Scale: ₹67,700 per month
Qualification
Qualification: Applicants must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University or institute and possess eight years of experience in planning, execution, and supervision of civil engineering works in the government sector or archaeological/heritage sites.
Experience Required
Experience Required: Minimum 8 years of experience in planning, execution, and supervision of Civil Engineering works in Government Sector or Archaeological/Heritage Sites is required.
Age Limit
Age Limit: Upto 40 years
Application Mode
Application Mode: Online
Deadline
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The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is recruiting for 2 vacancies for the post of Superintending Archaeological Engineer in the Archaeological Survey of India, Ministry of Culture. This permanent Group 'A' Gazetted position offers a lucrative salary starting at ₹67,700 per month under Pay Level 11 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. Candidates with a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering and eight years of experience in civil engineering works, especially in heritage sites, will find this a rewarding career opportunity.

  • The post is permanent and falls under General Central Service Group- 'A' Gazetted, Non-Ministerial category.
  • The maximum age limit for UR candidates is 40 years, and for PwBD candidates, it is 50 years.
  • One of the two vacancies is reserved for candidates belonging to the PwBD category.
  • The probation period for this role is two years, and the headquarters will be New Delhi with All India Service Liability.
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Additional Salary Information

Pay Level 11 in 7th CPC Pay Matrix (₹67,700–₹2,08,700) plus applicable allowances.

Important Dates

Online Application Start Date 25-04-2026
Closing Date for Submission of Online Recruitment Application 15-05-2026

Selection Process

Shortlisting based on online application information and/or Recruitment Test (RT).
Interview for shortlisted candidates.
Minimum suitability levels in interviews (UR-50, OBC-45, SC/ST/PH-40 out of 100 marks).
If RT is held, candidates must achieve minimum suitability in both RT and interview.

Application Fees

Rs. 25/- for General/OBC/EWS male candidates.
No fee for Female/SC/ST/PwBD candidates.

Reservation

UR-02 PwBD-01

How to Apply

  • Candidates are required to apply online using the website https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/.
  • Applicants must go through the General instructions, Profile/Module wise instructions, and instructions for uploading documents before filling the form.
  • Candidates need to submit requisite information and supporting documents for claims such as date of birth, category, educational qualification, etc.
  • A Universal Registration Number (URN) is generated upon registration, and an Application Number is generated after filling the recruitment-specific form.
  • Applicants are advised to use their Aadhaar Card as the ID document for verification.
  • Candidates must upload their photograph and capture a live photograph while filling the Common Application Form (CAF).
  • Applicants are required to sign three times on a plain white paper using black ink and upload the same.
  • After submitting the online application, candidates must take a printout of the finally submitted Online Recruitment Application.

Frequently Asked Questions

The salary for Superintending Archaeological Engineer is based on Pay Level 11 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with a minimum pay of ₹67,700 per month.

Candidates need a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University or institute, along with eight years of relevant experience.

The maximum age limit for Superintending Archaeological Engineer is 40 years for UR candidates and 50 years for PwBD candidates, with relaxations applicable as per government norms.