Social Sector

Epigraphist

Salary range₹2.4 – 4 LPA → ₹5 – 10 LPA Top hiring statesDelhi NCR, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu Current openingsNo jobs found

1 Description of the job

An epigraphist reads and interprets inscriptions on stone, copper plates, coins and other materials to understand history and languages.

Read and decipher ancient scripts
Document and date inscriptions
Publish findings and teach

2 Skills required

Ancient scripts & languages (Brahmi Sanskrit Persian) History Research Attention to detail Patience Writing

3 Opportunities available in the market

A tiny specialised field in the Archaeological Survey, universities and museums.

Archaeological Survey of India (epigraphy branch)
Universities and research institutes
Museums and heritage bodies

4 Salary range

Fresher (0–2 yrs)₹2.4 – 4 LPA≈ ₹20K – ₹33K / month

Mid-level (3–8 yrs)₹5 – 10 LPA≈ ₹42K – ₹83K / month

Senior / specialist₹12 – 25 LPA≈ ₹1L – ₹2.08L / month

Indicative only. These ranges are estimates compiled from general industry knowledge and public pay surveys, not audited figures. Actual pay depends on the employer, city, qualification, certifications and experience. Check current job listings before deciding.

5 Job openings — which states have more

#	State	Main hubs	Demand
1	Delhi NCR Delhi, Gurugram, Noida	Delhi, Gurugram, Noida	High demand
2	Karnataka Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mangaluru	Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mangaluru	Medium demand
3	Tamil Nadu Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai	Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai	Medium demand

Indicative ranking of where employers and training institutions in this field are concentrated — not an official count of vacancies. Check the National Career Service portal (ncs.gov.in) and the government job portal for current openings.

Government job portal: National Career Service (ncs.gov.in)

Current openings — BiharCareer

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