DOA Job Circular 2026 has been published by the Department of Archaeology under the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, creating a significant government recruitment opportunity for candidates across Bangladesh. The circular invites online applications for 42 vacancies in 21 post categories under the revenue budget, covering both permanent and temporary vacant posts to be filled on a temporary basis.
This recruitment includes positions from 13th grade to 20th grade, with salary ranges starting from Tk 8,250 and going up to Tk 26,590. Candidates from different educational backgrounds, including Class Eight, SSC, HSC, Diploma, and Graduate level, will find relevant posts in this notice.
Because the circular includes post-wise fee differences, document verification rules, and detailed Teletalk instructions, applicants should review the full requirements carefully before submitting the online form.
DOA Job Circular 2026 - Key Information
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Department of Archaeology (DOA) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Cultural Affairs |
| Office Address | F-4/A, Agargaon A/A, Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, Dhaka-1207 |
| Memo No. | 43.23.0000.000.213.11.000.26 470 |
| Circular Date | 22 July 2026 |
| Total Post Category | 21 |
| Total Vacancy | 42 |
| Job Nature | Revenue budget posts; permanent and temporary vacancies to be filled on temporary basis |
| Eligible Applicants | Citizens of Bangladesh |
| Age Limit | Maximum 32 years as of 01 July 2026 |
| Special Age Condition | For Mess Guard, retired armed forces personnel may apply up to 45 years |
| Affidavit for Age | Not acceptable |
| Salary Range | Tk 8,250-26,590 according to post and grade |
| Application Method | Online via Teletalk |
| Application Portal | https://doa.teletalk.com.bd |
| Application Start Date | 23 July 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Application Deadline | 12 August 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Fee Payment Time | Within 72 hours after online submission for applicants who receive User ID |
| Official Website | https://www.archaeology.gov.bd |
Since this circular covers a wide range of technical, clerical, support, and field-level posts, candidates should match their education and skills with the correct position before applying.



DOA Job Circular 2026 - Post List Part 1
| Post and Grade | Vacancy | Qualification Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Librarian / Librarian-cum-Cataloguer, Grade 13, Tk 11,000-26,590 | 01 | Second class graduate or equivalent; Diploma or Certificate in Library Science; 2 years experience required for certificate holders |
| Accounts Assistant / Accounts Assistant-cum-Cashier / Cashier, Grade 14, Tk 10,200-24,680 | 04 | Graduate or equivalent from Commerce background; experience as Accounts Assistant in government office preferred |
| Assistant Modeler, Grade 14, Tk 10,200-24,680 | 01 | HSC or equivalent and certificate in modeling from recognized institute; diploma holders in related work preferred |
| Photographer, Grade 14, Tk 10,200-24,680 | 01 | Graduate or equivalent; 2 years experience in photography, developing, and printing; color photography experience preferred |
| Swimmer, Grade 14, Tk 10,200-24,680 | 02 | Diploma in swimming from government-approved institution; rescue experience preferred |
| Driver, Grade 15, Tk 9,700-23,490 | 01 | Class Eight passed or equivalent; must hold valid driving license |
| Camera Assistant, Grade 16, Tk 9,300-22,490 | 01 | HSC or equivalent; Bangla and English typing knowledge preferred; related certificate course preferred |
| Booking Assistant, Grade 16, Tk 9,300-22,490 | 03 | HSC or equivalent; experience in booking work and proficiency in Bangla and English typing preferred |
| Catering, Grade 16, Tk 9,300-22,490 | 01 | Certificate in catering from recognized technical institute; educational qualification may be relaxed for skilled candidates in modern cooking and food service |
| Camp Sarkar, Grade 17, Tk 9,000-21,800 | 03 | SSC or equivalent; experience in accounts or typing preferred |
| Gallery Assistant, Grade 17, Tk 9,000-21,800 | 01 | Class Eight passed or equivalent; valid motorcycle license; office knowledge and notice service work preferred |
The remaining posts are mainly office support, machine operation, museum service, field support, and security-related roles, which are listed below.
DOA Job Circular 2026 - Post List Part 2
| Post and Grade | Vacancy | Qualification Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Duplicating Machine Operator / Photocopy Operator, Grade 17, Tk 9,000-21,800 | 01 | HSC or equivalent; practical experience in operating duplicating or photocopy machines |
| Photostat Assistant, Grade 17, Tk 9,000-21,800 | 01 | SSC or equivalent; darkroom experience preferred |
| Cash Sarkar, Grade 18, Tk 8,800-21,310 | 01 | SSC or equivalent |
| Guard Attendant, Grade 18, Tk 8,800-21,310 | 02 | SSC or equivalent |
| Museum Attendant, Grade 19, Tk 8,500-20,570 | 07 | SSC or equivalent |
| Office Support Staff, Grade 20, Tk 8,250-20,010 | 04 | Class Eight passed or equivalent; cycling experience preferred |
| Book Guard, Grade 20, Tk 8,250-20,010 | 01 | Class Eight passed or equivalent; candidates experienced in uniform and age-related duties preferred |
| Site Attendant, Grade 20, Tk 8,250-20,010 | 01 | Class Eight passed or equivalent; skill in site and field work preferred |
| Gardener, Grade 20, Tk 8,250-20,010 | 03 | Class Eight passed or equivalent; physically fit and skilled in plant and field work preferred |
| Mess Guard, Grade 20, Tk 8,250-20,010 | 02 | Class Eight passed or equivalent; armed forces certificate and weapon handling background preferred |
After checking the post-wise qualifications, applicants should also review the common eligibility and procedural conditions because several rules apply to every candidate.
General Eligibility and Conditions
Applicants must be citizens of Bangladesh.
Age must be not above 32 years on 01 July 2026.
For the Mess Guard post, retired armed forces personnel may apply up to 45 years.
No affidavit will be accepted as proof of age.
Candidates working in government, semi-government, college, corporation, or autonomous institutions must apply through proper authority and submit No Objection Certificate at viva.
Existing government recruitment rules and any later amendments will apply.
No TA/DA will be provided for written, practical, or oral examinations.
All posts are likely to have written exams on the same day and same time, so applying for more than one post will be at the candidate’s own responsibility.
Quota rules will be followed according to the latest government policy.
The authority reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of posts and to amend or cancel the circular.
The circular also makes it clear that document verification at the viva stage is strict, so candidates should keep their papers ready from the beginning.
Documents Required for Viva
Original copies of all educational and experience certificates
Attested photocopy of the completed application form and Applicant’s Copy
Permanent resident certificate issued by Union Parishad Chairman, Municipality authority, City Corporation Mayor, or Ward Councillor
Attested copy of National ID card or online birth registration certificate
Copy of any one of these three: NID, Birth Registration, or Passport
For children of freedom fighters, martyred freedom fighters, or Birangona, attested copies of the relevant parental certificates as mentioned in the circular
For candidates with disabilities, attested copy of Subarna Nagarik certificate or certificate from the competent Social Services authority
For third gender candidates, attested copy of certificate issued by the Civil Surgeon
For ethnic minority candidates, attested copy of certificate issued by the concerned Deputy Commissioner
Original NOC or release order for candidates employed in government, semi-government, corporation, or autonomous bodies
For Mess Guard, retired armed forces candidates must submit retirement proof from the relevant armed forces office at viva if they pass the written exam
Once the eligibility and documents are clear, the next important step is to understand the fee structure, which differs by post group and candidate category.
Application Fee
| Candidate or Post Group | Fee Details | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Posts 1 to 9 | Tk 100 exam fee + Tk 12 Teletalk service charge | Tk 112 |
| Posts 10 to 21 | Tk 50 exam fee + Tk 6 Teletalk service charge | Tk 56 |
| Ethnic minority, persons with disabilities, and third gender candidates for all grades | Tk 50 exam fee + Tk 6 Teletalk service charge | Tk 56 |
To complete the application properly, candidates must follow the Teletalk instructions exactly, including image upload, SMS payment, and record keeping.
How to Apply Online
Go to https://doa.teletalk.com.bd.
Fill in the online application form within the scheduled period.
Upload a recent color photo sized 300 x 300 pixels, maximum 100 KB.
Upload signature sized 300 x 80 pixels, maximum 60 KB.
Check all information carefully before final submission.
Download and keep a color print copy of the Applicant’s Copy for future use.
If the uploaded photo or signature is incorrect before fee payment, a fresh application may be submitted.
After fee payment, no correction or modification will be accepted.
The application is considered incomplete until the fee is paid, so candidates must finish the SMS payment step within the allowed time.
Teletalk SMS Payment Method
First SMS: Type doa User ID and send to 16222.
Example: doa ABCDEF
Second SMS: Type doa Yes PIN and send to 16222.
Example: doa Yes 12345678
Keep the returned Password safely for admit card download and future access.
The application will not be accepted unless the fee is paid within 72 hours after online submission.
Applicants should also know how the recruitment stages will be handled after submission.
Selection Process
All posts will have written and oral examinations.
Only candidates who pass the written exam will be eligible for the viva.
For the Driver post, candidates must pass both written and practical tests before appearing in the viva.
Admit card information will be published on the Teletalk portal and sent by SMS to eligible candidates.
Candidates must print the admit card in color and present it during written, practical where applicable, and oral examinations.
Because all official communication will be sent to the mobile number given in the application form, keeping that number active is especially important.
User ID Recovery and Support
If User ID is known, send doa Help User UserID to 16222.
If PIN is known, send doa Help Pin PIN to 16222.
These recovery options are available only from Teletalk pre-paid numbers.
For online application issues, call 121 from a Teletalk number.
Support is also available by email, and the subject line should mention organization name, post name, User ID, and contact number.
For direct verification or technical help, candidates can use the official contact channels below.
DOA Contact Information
| Contact Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Website | https://www.archaeology.gov.bd |
| Application Portal | https://doa.teletalk.com.bd |
| Teletalk Job Portal | https://alljobs.teletalk.com.bd |
| Phone | 02-48114631 |
| dd_admin@archaeology.gov.bd, vas.query@teletalk.com.bd | |
| Office Address | Department of Archaeology, F-4/A, Agargaon A/A, Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, Dhaka-1207 |
DOA Job Circular 2026 is an important government recruitment notice for candidates seeking careers in administration, accounting, technical support, museum service, site work, transport, and office operations under the Department of Archaeology. With 42 vacancies across 21 categories, this circular offers opportunities for both higher-qualified applicants and candidates from SSC or Class Eight backgrounds.
If your education, age, and experience match the relevant post, complete your application through doa.teletalk.com.bd before 12 August 2026, 5:00 PM and make sure the fee is paid within the allowed 72-hour period. Applying early and preparing your documents in advance will help you avoid technical problems and stay ready for the written, practical, and viva stages.
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