The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), under the Ministry of Culture, is the most prestigious heritage conservation authority in India. The ASI employs individuals for several posts each year, including positions as an Assistant Archaeologist, Conservation Assistant, and Guide, and these posts are advertised for applicants to apply through government recruiting bodies, especially through the Staff Selection Commission (SSC).
For 2025, there are hopeful candidates monitoring all the recruitments for the Guide position closely, especially finding information about the written exam dates and the overall selection process.
Selection Process for ASI Guide Recruitment 2025 :
The process is done in 3 stages :
Stage 1 – Written Examination (Objective Type)
Multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
Subjects include: Indian History & Culture, General Awareness, Reasoning Ability, English Language (Basic), Tourism & Heritage (optional/desirable)
Stage 2 – Document Verification
Documents are verified to check the authenticity of candidate.
Stage 3 – Interview/Skill Test (if applicable)
Some positions may include a short interview or a practical knowledge test (especially if the post requires direct interaction with tourists or heritage handling).
Eligibility Criteria :
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree in History / Archaeology / Ancient Indian History / Tourism OR Equivalent from a recognized university |
| Preferred Qualification | Diploma in Archaeology / Heritage Management / Museum Studies (optional but desirable) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 years (as per post; exact age will be in notification) |
| Age Relaxation | As per Govt. norms for SC/ST/OBC/Ex‑Servicemen/PH candidates |
| Nationality | Indian Citizen |
| Language Skills | Basic proficiency in English and/or Hindi |
| Physical Fitness | Good health and ability to travel to historical sites (as required) |
How to prepare?
To prepare for the ASI Guide Recruitment Exam 2025, I would advise you to build your knowledge of Indian history, art, and culture through your NCERT books and some of the standard reference books. P
ractice the General Awareness, Reasoning, and English Language using the SSC-level mock tests.
Read materials about all the major monuments under the protection of ASI and also, current affairs related to heritage conservation. It would also help you to solved previous year question papers so that you understand the exam.
Your revision should be consistent and you need to acquire a habit of time-bound practice. You need to have this practice before doing the actual exam to achieve a good score.
Important Links
| ASI Official Website (jobs & notices) | https://asi.nic.in/ |
| ASI Vacancy Section | asi.nic.in/jobs‑vacancies/ |
| SSC Official Website (recruitment board) | ssc.nic.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) :
No, there’s no official notification yet for ASI Guide or equivalent posts.
Recruitment, if carried out, is typically under SSC’s Selection Post (Phase-13) schemes.
On the official ASI website and on SSC portals, depending on the mode of recruitment.
