The DHAS Assam Recruitment 2025 offers 54 vacancies for Supervisor & Others posts under the Directorate of Historical and Antiquarian Studies, Assam. Interested candidates can apply for the Walk-in Interview from November 21, 2025, on the DHAS website (dhas.assam.gov.in).
Bachelor’s Degree in History/Archaeology, Anthropology/Sanskrit / Assamese / Geography/ Museology or allied subjects from a recognized university with a minimum of 3 years of experience in field research, heritage documentation, or cultural project coordination. (Master’s degree will be preferred).
Documentation & Conservation Expert:
Master’s Degree in History /Sanskrit / Archaeology / Library & Information Science / Museology /Archival Studies/ Art History/Chemistry with a minimum of 3 years of experience in manuscript documentation, archival work, or cultural heritage projects. Ability to read old Assamese, Sanskrit, or Tai-Ahom and other Tai scripts.
Field Investigator:
Bachelor’s Degree in History/Sanskrit Assamese / Anthropology/Archaeology / Folklore or related disciplines. Preference will be given to candidates with prior fieldwork experience in cultural documentation or community-based research with a willingness to travel extensively across rural and remote areas.
Photographer:
Bachelor’s degree or diploma in photography, Videographer, Media Production, Visual communication or related disciplines from a recognized institution with at least 2 years of professional experience in photography/ videography, preferably in cultural, heritage, or academic documentation projects with expertise in handling DSLR cameras, lighting equipment, audio gear, and post-processing software (e.g., Adobe Lightroom, Premiere Pro, or equivalent).
Assistant Conservator/Preservator:
Master’s or Diploma degree in Conservation, Preservation, Museology, Art Conservation, Heritage Studies, Chemistry, Material Science, or Library and Information Science with specialization in conservation/preservation.
Minimum 1-3 years of practical experience in the field of conservation/preservation of manuscripts, documents, or artworks. Hands-on work with palm-leaf manuscripts, sanchi-pat, paper manuscripts, and indigenous materials preferred.
Age Limit:
Name of Posts
Age Limit
Supervisor
35 – 60 years
Documentation & Conservation Expert
35- 55 years
Field Investigator
Maximum 35 years
Photographer
Maximum 40 years
Assistant Conservator/Preservator
Maximum 40 years
The applicants must be a minimum of 21 years and a maximum of 60 years of age as on 01.01.2025.
Salary:
Name of Posts
Remuneration (fixed)
Supervisor
Rs. 30,000/- PM
Documentation & Conservation Expert
Rs. 25,000/- PM
Field Investigator
Rs. 20,000/- PM
Photographer
Rs. 20,000/- PM
Assistant Conservator/Preservator
Rs. 30,000/- PM
How to Apply:
The candidates must bring a Curriculum Vitae/ resume and 3 copies of passport-size photographs with a self-attested photocopy of all the certificates, mark sheets, experience certificates, etc, along with the original documents for verification.
The names of the shortlisted candidates will be displayed on the departmental website and also on the office notice board of the Directorate of Historical and Antiquarian Studies. They may also be communicated through their respective Email IDs.
Important Dates:
Interview Date: 21 November 2025
Time: 11 A.M.
Venue: Directorate of Historical and Antiquarian Studies, Near Meghdoot Bhawan, Panbazar, Guwahati-1, Assam.
