Archaeology

Archaeology is the scientific and orderly study of human cultures through the recovery, analysis and documentation of material remains and environmental data, like artifacts, seals, inscriptions, monuments, edifices, landscapes and bio – facts.

Direction

Stream Graduation After Graduation After Post Graduation
Path 1
 Clear Class XII with any stream Pursue B.A. / B.Sc. in any field or Archaeology for 3 years Pursue M.A Archaeology/ Ancient Indian History and Archaeology/ Museology/ Conservation, Preservation and Heritage Management for 2 years M.Phil in History/ Archaeology for 2 years or/and Ph.D. for 3-4 years
Path 2
 Clear Class XII with any stream Pursue B.A. / B.Sc. in any field or Archaeology for 3 years Pursue Post-Graduate Diploma in Archaeology and Museology for 1-2 years -

Personality Traits

  1. Perceptive & probing mind
  2. Keen observation
  3. Analytical & logical thinking
  4. Creativity
  5. Accuracy
  6. Able to recognize & appreciate arts
  7. Adaptable to physical stress and strain
  8. Patience
  9. Conversant with the geo – physical conditions

Job Prospects

  1. Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)
  2. Government sector
  3. Defense Services
  4. Museums
  5. Cultural centers & historical division
  6. Tourism industry

Prominent Colleges

  • Institute
  • Institute of Archaeology, New Delhi
  • Department of Ancient Indian History, Culture & Archaeology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi
  • The Delhi Institute of Heritage Research and Management (Guru Gobind Singh, Indraprastha University), New Delhi
  • School of Archival Studies (National Archives of India), New Delhi
  • Faculty of Arts (Maharaj Sayajirao University of Baroda), Vadodara
  • St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai
  • School of Historical Studies (University of Madras), Chennai
  • Department of Archaeology, University of Calcutta, West Bengal