Archaeology and Museums KPK Jobs 2026

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Archaeology and Museums KPK Jobs 2026
The Directorate General of Archaeology and Museums, Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, has announced 26 project-based vacancies for its Peshawar-based development schemes, and applications are being accepted online through ETEA at www.etea.edu.pk until September 10, 2026. The advertised posts range from BPS-12 to BPS-17 and include Research Officer, Architect, GIS Specialist, Field Officer (Archaeologist), Planning Officer, Junior Archaeologist, Draftsman, Data Entry Operator, and several other technical and support positions.

These jobs fall under two Annual Development Programme (ADP) schemes of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government (Scheme No. 250009 and Scheme No. 251581), so all appointments are on a project/contract basis rather than regular government service. Only candidates holding Khyber Pakhtunkhwa domicile are eligible to apply. The online application facility opened on August 15, 2026, and no application will be entertained after the closing date, so candidates should complete the ETEA online form well before the deadline.

Organization	Directorate General of Archaeology and Museums, Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Positions	Research Officer, Architect, GIS Specialist, 3D Visualizer Expert, Analyst (Photogrammetry), Field Officer (Archaeologist), IT Specialist/Graphic Designer, Field Surveyor, Project Photographer/Videographer, Planning Officer, Digital Archivist/Librarian, IT Specialist, Draftsman, Data Entry Operator, Cataloguer, Junior Archaeologist
Total Vacancies	26
Location	Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Education	Intermediate to BS (Hons)/Bachelor’s degree, depending on the post
Salary	BPS-12 to BPS-17 (project posts under KP government pay scales)
Last Date	Last Date: September 10, 2026
Official Source	www.etea.edu.pk

Archaeology and Museums KPK Jobs 2026 Vacancy Details

The advertisement covers two ADP schemes. Scheme No. 250009 carries 15 posts and Scheme No. 251581 carries 11 posts, for a combined total of 26 vacancies. The table below lists every advertised post along with its pay scale, number of vacancies, and the education and experience required as per the official advertisement.

Sr	Post	Pay Scale	Vacancies	Education & Experience
1	Research Officer	BPS-17	1	BS (Hons) degree in Archaeology; field research and excavation experience preferred; age up to 40 years
2	Architect	BPS-17	1	BS (Hons) in Architecture; age up to 35 years
3	Planning Officer	BPS-17	1	BS (Hons) in Economics or Project Management; development planning experience preferred; age 35 to 45 years
4	GIS Specialist	BPS-16	1	BS (Hons) in GIS/Space Sciences; experience in a related field preferred; age up to 32 years
5	3D Visualizer Expert	BPS-16	1	BS (Hons) in Animation, Multimedia Arts, or Game Design; minimum 3 years of experience; age up to 35 years
6	Analyst (Photogrammetry)	BPS-16	1	BS (Hons) in Geoinformatics Engineering; minimum 3 years of experience; age up to 35 years
7	Field Officer (Archaeologist)	BPS-16	5	BS (Hons) in Archaeology; minimum 3 years of experience; age up to 35 years
8	IT Specialist/Graphic Designer	BPS-16	1	Bachelor’s in Computer Science plus 6-month graphics certificate; minimum 2 years of experience; age up to 35 years
9	IT Specialist	BPS-16	1	Bachelor’s in Computer Science (or with IT diploma); minimum 1 year of experience preferred; age up to 35 years
10	Digital Archivist/Librarian	BPS-16	1	Bachelor’s (preferably Master’s) in Library and Information Science; digital archiving experience; age up to 35 years
11	Field Surveyor	BPS-12	2	3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering; minimum 2 years of experience; age up to 35 years
12	Project Photographer/Videographer	BPS-12	2	Intermediate or equivalent; 3 years of experience; age up to 35 years
13	Draftsman	BPS-12	1	Diploma in Civil Engineering; 2 years of experience, work on historical monuments preferred; age up to 30 years
14	Data Entry Operator	BPS-12	1	Intermediate with 6-month certificate in IT; digital records/archival experience preferred; age up to 30 years
15	Cataloguer	BPS-12	1	Intermediate or equivalent; 1 year of experience; age up to 35 years
16	Junior Archaeologist	BPS-12	4	Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology; field experience preferred; age 25 to 35 years
17	Project Photographer	BPS-12	1	Intermediate; 3 years of experience; age up to 30 years

Posts 1 to 12 in the list above belong to ADP Scheme No. 250009, which focuses on archaeological survey, documentation, and digital visualization work, while the remaining posts fall under ADP Scheme No. 251581, which relates to archiving, cataloguing, and record digitization of the province’s heritage collections. Candidates should read the scheme-wise breakdown in the official advertisement before selecting a post, because each post can only be applied for against its own scheme.

Archaeology and Museums KPK Jobs 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Only candidates holding a Khyber Pakhtunkhwa domicile are eligible to apply for these posts.
Educational qualifications vary by post, from Intermediate for support posts such as Cataloguer and Project Photographer to BS (Hons)/Bachelor’s degrees for officer-level posts such as Research Officer, Architect, and Planning Officer.
Degrees and diplomas must be from institutions recognized by the relevant authorities; archaeology-related posts specifically require qualifications in Archaeology or closely allied disciplines.
Experience requirements range from 1 to 3 years depending on the post; for several positions relevant field experience is preferred rather than mandatory, as detailed in the vacancy table above.
Age limits differ by post: the upper limit is 30, 32, 35, 40, or 45 years depending on the position, and the Planning Officer post carries a 35 to 45 year band while Junior Archaeologist requires 25 to 35 years.
All appointments are on a contract/project basis under the two ADP schemes and will remain valid for the duration of the respective scheme.
Both male and female candidates meeting the criteria may apply.

How to Apply

Visit the ETEA website at www.etea.edu.pk and open the online application section for the Directorate of Archaeology and Museums Khyber Pakhtunkhwa project posts. Online applications have been accepted since August 15, 2026.
Create or log in to your ETEA account, fill in the online application form carefully, and select the post and scheme you wish to apply for.
Upload the required scanned documents and a recent photograph as specified in the online form.
Deposit the prescribed ETEA test fee, if applicable to your post, using the payment method indicated on the ETEA portal, and keep the payment receipt safe.
Submit the application before the closing date of September 10, 2026. Applications received after the last date will not be entertained.
For queries, candidates may contact the Directorate of Archaeology and Museums, Peshawar, at telephone numbers 091-9211194 and 091-9211488.

Archaeology and Museums KPK Jobs 2026 Important Notes

These are project posts under ADP Scheme No. 250009 and Scheme No. 251581 of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government; they are not regular or permanent government positions.
Recruitment is processed through ETEA, and only shortlisted candidates will be called for the test and/or interview as per the procedure notified by ETEA and the department.
The exact test fee amount is Not stated in the official advertisement; candidates should confirm it on the ETEA portal at the time of applying.
Quota details for women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are Not stated in the official advertisement.
No TA/DA policy details are stated in the official advertisement; unknowns should be confirmed from the department before applying.
Beware of fraud: never pay any agent, middleman, or unofficial helper who claims to arrange a government job for money. Genuine recruitment for these posts is conducted only through ETEA and the Directorate of Archaeology and Museums. No official will ever ask for payment in exchange for selection.
Incomplete applications or applications submitted by any channel other than the ETEA online system are liable to rejection as per the advertised procedure.

What is the last date to apply for Archaeology and Museums KPK Jobs 2026?

The last date to submit the online application through the ETEA website is September 10, 2026. The online application facility opened on August 15, 2026, and late applications will not be accepted.

How many vacancies are advertised and in which pay scales?

A total of 26 vacancies are advertised across two ADP schemes, ranging from BPS-12 posts such as Junior Archaeologist, Draftsman, and Data Entry Operator up to BPS-17 posts including Research Officer, Architect, and Planning Officer. The largest single post is Field Officer (Archaeologist) with 5 vacancies.

Who is eligible to apply for these posts?

Candidates with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa domicile who meet the post-specific education, experience, and age requirements are eligible. Qualifications range from Intermediate to BS (Hons) degrees depending on the post, and age limits vary between 25 and 45 years according to the position applied for.

Are these permanent government jobs?

No. All 26 posts are contract-based project positions under two Annual Development Programme schemes of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government. Employment continues for the duration of the respective project scheme and does not confer any right to regular appointment.

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