National Gandhi Museum
Rajghat, New Delhi-110002
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: CURATOR
The National Gandhi Museum is a registered non-governmental organization (we are not receiving any government funding.) running a premier biographical museum dedicated to preserving the life, philosophy, and legacy of Mahatma Gandhi. We house a rare collection of historical artifacts, personal effects, original manuscripts, photographs, and textiles that inspire visitors from across the globe. For further information, kindly visit www.gandhimuseum.org
Position Overview: We are seeking a dynamic, multi-talented, and deeply committed Curator to lead our museum operations. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise in artifact conservation with strong leadership skills to manage a dedicated team, and bring history alive for our visitors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conservation & Preservation: Manage the preventative and curative conservation of sensitive museum artifacts, historical photographs, and textiles (including vintage Khadi). Maintain and digitize the accession registers.
- Team Leadership & Management: Supervise, mentor, and coordinate the museum’s staff operations, including assistant staff, preservation technicians, security, and maintenance teams.
- Visitor Engagement & Education: Act as the primary historical guide for VIPs, student delegations, and researchers. Design engaging educational tours, public workshops, and curate temporary exhibitions for key commemorative events.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Education: Master’s Degree in Museology, Gandhian Thought, Modern Indian History, Archaeology, or Conservation Science from a recognized university. Candidates with a standard Master's in History/Arts must hold a Post-Graduate Diploma in Museology or Archival Studies.
- Experience: Minimum 5-10 years of professional experience in a museum or archival environment.
- Subject Knowledge: Strong, demonstrable knowledge of Gandhian philosophy, material culture, and the Indian freedom struggle.
- Language & Communication: Fluency in English and Hindi is essential; knowledge of other regional languages is highly advantageous.
- Commitment: It is a museum established in memory of Mahatma Gandhi. Therefore, it is essential to imbibe the values of Gandhi and interact with the visitors and staff as equals. Love, Compassion, simplicity, courtesy, respect for others are very essentials for this position.
Minimum Age: 35 years. Age relaxation may be considered for suitable candidates.
Remuneration: The remuneration shall be fixed according to the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should email their updated CV along with a brief cover letter explaining their suitability for this role to nationalgandhimuseum@gmail.com with the subject line "Application for Curator" or to “The Director, National Gandhi Museum, Rajghat, New Delhi 110 002” by post.
Application Deadline: 20.11.2026. The application along with all other attachments should reach us on or before 20.11.2026.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview to be held on 11.12.2026.
