Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has invited online applications for direct recruitment to 02 posts of Anthropologist (Cultural Anthropology Division & Physical Anthropology Division) in the Anthropological Survey of India, Ministry of Culture, Government of India.
Eligible candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the detailed official notification before applying online to confirm eligibility regarding age, qualification, experience, category, reservation, and other criteria. The UPSC Anthropologist Recruitment 2026 online registration process starts from 28th March 2026 and closes on 17th April 2026 (18:00 hrs).
UPSC Anthropologist Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Anthropologist (Cultural & Physical Anthropology) |
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| Total Vacancies |
02 Posts |
| Age Limit |
35 years (UR) / 38 years (OBC) as on closing date |
| Pay Scale |
Level-10 (7th CPC) |
| Minimum Qualification |
Master’s Degree in Anthropology + 3 years research experience |
| Application Fee |
₹25 (Gen/OBC/EWS) | Nil (Female/SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Selection Process |
Recruitment Test (RT) + Interview |
| Job Location |
Anthropological Survey of India (Ministry of Culture) |
| Last Date |
17 April 2026 (18:00 hrs) |
✅ UPSC Anthropologist Vacancy 2026 List:
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Post Name |
No. of Vacancies |
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Anthropologist (Cultural Anthropology Division) |
01 (OBC) |
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Anthropologist (Physical Anthropology Division) |
01 (UR) |
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Total = 02 Posts | |
✅ UPSC Anthropologist Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
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Post Name |
Age Limit |
Educational Qualification |
Experience Required |
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Anthropologist (Cultural Anthropology Division) |
38 years (OBC) |
Master’s Degree in Anthropology with more than 50% papers in Cultural Anthropology in final year |
3 years research experience in Anthropology |
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Anthropologist (Physical Anthropology Division) |
35 years (UR) |
Master’s Degree in Anthropology with more than 50% papers in Physical / Biological Anthropology in final year |
3 years research experience in Anthropology |
✅ UPSC Anthropologist Recruitment 2026 Selection Process:
The selection on the basis of following steps:-
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Recruitment Test (RT)
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Interview
✅ UPSC Anthropologist Recruitment 2026 Application Fee:
- ₹25/- (General / OBC / EWS candidates)
- Nil for Female / SC / ST / Persons with Benchmark Disability candidates
- Payment Mode: Online (Credit/Debit Card / UPI / Internet Banking)
✅ Important Dates:
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Opening date for Online Registration |
28 March 2026 |
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Last date for submission of Online Application (18:00 hrs) |
17 April 2026 |
✅ Important Links:
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UPSC Anthropologist Detailed Notification PDF |
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UPSC Apply Online Link |
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Join Ind Govt Jobs Alert Channel |
✅ How to Apply UPSC Anthropologist Recruitment 2026:
Eligible candidates must apply online only through the UPSC ORA portal. No other mode of application will be accepted.
➢ Step 1: Visit https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/ and register using valid email and mobile number.
➢ Step 2: Fill the online application form carefully with personal, educational, experience and category details.
➢ Step 3: Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, educational certificates, experience letters and category certificate (if applicable).
➢ Step 4: Pay the application fee online (if applicable) and submit the form.
➢ Step 5: Take a printout of the final submitted application form for future reference.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in UPSC Anthropologist Recruitment 2026?
02 posts (1 Cultural Anthropology + 1 Physical Anthropology).
What is the age limit for UPSC Anthropologist Recruitment 2026?
35 years (UR – Physical) / 38 years (OBC – Cultural) as on closing date.
What is the pay scale in UPSC Anthropologist Recruitment 2026?
Level-10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC.
What is the selection process for UPSC Anthropologist Recruitment 2026?
Recruitment Test (RT) followed by Interview.
What is the application fee for UPSC Anthropologist Recruitment 2026?
₹25 (Gen/OBC/EWS) | Nil for Female/SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
What is the last date to apply for UPSC Anthropologist Recruitment 2026?
17 April 2026 (18:00 hrs).