Ministry of Culture Recruitment 2026: Director General, National Gallery of Modern Art – Apply Offline by 20 December 2026

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Educational Qualification: Master's degree in Fine Arts or History of Art from a recognized University
• Experience: 15 years' experience including research work in Fine Art or History of Art, out of which a minimum of five years should be in administrative matters
• Deputation Mode: Officers under Central/State Governments, Union Territories, Universities, recognized research institutions, or statutory and autonomous organizations holding analogous posts on a regular basis, or having three years of regular service in PB-4 (Rs. 37,400–67,000) with Grade Pay Rs. 8,700 or equivalent
• Contract Mode: Persons possessing the prescribed educational qualifications and experience as specified in the notification
• Departmental Candidates: Departmental Directors in PB-4 Grade Pay Rs. 8,700 with three years of regular service and prescribed qualifications will be considered along with outsiders
• Desirable: Ph.D. in Fine Arts or History of Arts; proven record of publication or exhibition participations and fellowships

Pay, Terms of Engagement & Eligibility Conditions

• Contract appointment for three years, subject to extension up to age of seventy years and satisfactory performance
• Contract terms and conditions as applicable to a Group A officer of the Central Government holding an analogous post
• If a departmental candidate is selected, the post is treated as filled by promotion
• Maximum age limit is 67 years as on the closing date for receipt of applications

Selection Process & Screening Clause

Candidates will be selected through a high-level Search-cum-Selection Committee comprising experts in the field. The composition of the Committee is:

• Chairman: Cabinet Secretary
• Members: Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, Secretary DoPT, and Secretary (Culture)
• Experts: Three experts in Museum or Gallery Management, Modern and Contemporary Art, and Fine Art, nominated by the Prime Minister from five recommended by the Minister of Culture

The Committee may adopt a flexible procedure to seek out and consider persons of outstanding ability. No written examination or interview date is publicly announced; the Committee will determine shortlisting and evaluation as per its discretion.

No TA/DA will be paid to candidates.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Application in duplicate in the prescribed proforma (Annexure) enclosed with the notification
• Complete up-to-date CR dossiers for the last five years, or ACR photocopies attested by an Under Secretary or above
• Vigilance certificate and integrity certificate from the employer / cadre controlling authority
• Cadre clearance certificate confirming the officer will be relieved immediately if selected
• Major/minor penalty statement for the last 10 years
• Supporting certificates and documents for all claimed qualifications, experience, and publications

How to Apply: Fill the application in duplicate in the prescribed proforma (Annexure), attach all required documents, and send through the proper channel to the Under Secretary to Govt. of India, Ministry of Culture, Museum-I Section, Work Hall – 22108, Kartavya Bhawan 2, New Delhi – 110001. The application must reach within 45 days from the date of publication in Employment News and in no case later than 20 December 2026.

Important: Applications received after the due date or incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications/CV without supporting certificates for qualifications and experience will not be processed for eligibility.

Important Dates

Important Links

• Download Ministry of Culture Director General NGMA Official Notification PDF
• Visit Ministry of Culture Official Website

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for Ministry of Culture Director General Recruitment 2026?

The application must reach the Ministry of Culture by 20 December 2026, which is within 45 days of publication in Employment News. The vacancy circular was issued on 5 November 2026.

Where should I send the offline application for Ministry of Culture Recruitment?

Send the application in duplicate through the proper channel to: Under Secretary to Govt. of India, Ministry of Culture, Museum-I Section, Work Hall – 22108, Kartavya Bhawan 2, New Delhi – 110001. Applications may be sent by post or in person.

Is there any application fee for Ministry of Culture Director General Post?

No application fee is mentioned in the official notification for this recruitment.

Is this a permanent government job?

This is a deputation or contract appointment for an initial period of three years, extendable up to age seventy years subject to satisfactory performance. The contract terms are similar to those applicable to a Group A officer of the Central Government holding an analogous post. It is not a direct recruitment to a permanent cadre.

What is the salary for Director General, NGMA?

The pay is Pay Matrix Level 14, Rs. 144,200 – Rs. 218,200 (7th CPC). The pre-revised equivalent was PB-4 Rs. 37,400–67,000 with Grade Pay Rs. 10,000.

Who will select candidates for this post?

Selection is through a high-level Search-cum-Selection Committee chaired by the Cabinet Secretary, with members including the Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, Secretary DoPT, Secretary (Culture), and three nominated experts in museum/gallery management and fine art.