ICOMOS India

GOOD NEWS – DEADLINE EXTENDED!

Due to overwhelming interest, the Abstract Submission Deadline for ICOMOS GA2026 has been extended to:

7 May 2026

This is your final opportunity to be part of the 22nd ICOMOS General Assembly & Scientific Symposium in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.

Under the theme Living Heritage: Respect • Enhance • Accept • Partnership, we invite you to share your research, insights, and case studies with a global community of heritage professionals.

For Malaysians:
Accepted abstracts will be eligible for consideration for a scholarship, offering additional support to participate in GA2026.
Apply at: https://www.icomosga2026.org.my/scholarship-application

Don’t miss your chance to contribute to this important international dialogue.

Submit your abstract now:
https://www.icomosga2026.org.my/abstract

ICOMOS India, the National Committee of ICOMOS in India, is seeking self-motivated and skilled individuals to join our team as an Executive Assistant. This is a full-time paid position designed to support the ongoing functions of the Secretariat by formalizing processes and managing day-to-day administrative tasks.

Position: Executive Assistant

Application Deadline: 5th May 2026
Location: Kashmiri Gate, Delhi

Qualifications Required:Any relevant undergraduate degree

Desirable: Degree in Museology, Architecture, Heritage Management, Conservation, Archaeology, or related fields

Skills Required: Strong written and communication skills in English, with familiarity in at least one additional Indian language.
Ability to communicate effectively via phone and email.
Basic accounting skills.

Proficiency in software: MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) – essential; Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator/InDesign – desirable
Familiarity with online platforms: Social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter), Zoom, Gmail/Google Drive, etc.

Core Responsibilities:
- Manage office administration and accounts, including maintaining official records and liaising with accountants, administration, and consultants.
- Coordinate and liaise between the Secretariat and ICOMOS members/non-members on matters related to membership, engagement, events, and updates.
- Assist in the organization and management of events (meetings, seminars, workshops, conferences, and outreach programmes) and serve as rapporteur when required.
- Prepare Minutes of Meetings
- Manage ICOMOS India’s online presence through social media and website updates.
- Provide support for the organization and coordination of events.
- Assist in any other tasks assigned by the Executive Committee.

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter to [email protected] by 5th May 2026.

ICOMOS India is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
For inquiries, please write to us on [email protected]

Join us for the International Day for Monuments and Sites 2026 celebrations at Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), New Delhi.

Exhibition: Explore Architectural Heritage Through Documentation
22–23 April 2026 | Opens 4:00 PM
Venue: Darshanam I, IGNCA

Lecture: Koh Ker: Sacred Landscape by Ar. Divay Gupta
22 April 2026 | 4:30 PM
Venue: Samvet Auditorium, IGNCA

This initiative is part of a collaborative effort between ICOMOS India and National Association of Students of Architecture (NASA India), showcasing student-led architectural documentation from the Louis I. Kahn Trophy.

We look forward to your participation.

GA2026 – Financial Assistance for Participation

ICOMOS Headquarters is inviting applications for financial assistance to support participation in the 22nd ICOMOS General Assembly and Scientific Symposium 2026, to be held in Kuching, Malaysia, from 17 to 24 October 2026.

This support is intended in particular for participants from emerging economies, to facilitate broader and more inclusive international engagement in the General Assembly.

Applications must be submitted via the Google Form link below by 27 March 2026:
https://forms.gle/yAnhHsjz9nn4LGZL7

Living Heritage is shaped through Respect, Enhance, Accept, and Partnership — guiding how we protect culture, strengthen resilience, and work together for a sustainable future.

Discover the four sub-themes of the ICOMOS General Assembly 2026 Scientific Symposium and join the global conversation on safeguarding living heritage for generations to come.

Register Now: https://www.icomosga2026.org.my/registration
Call for Abstract OPEN: https://www.icomosga2026.org.my/abstract

As we come to the close of the year, ICOMOS India extends warm holiday wishes and best regards for a peaceful and prosperous New Year. We thank our members, partners, and the wider heritage community for their continued engagement and commitment to the conservation of cultural heritage.

We look forward to working together in the year ahead.

Round Table on Living Heritage & Climate Change – 11 December 2025

We are pleased to share details of a side event organised by ICOMOS India at the 20th Session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Event: Living Heritage, Climate Change & Development: An Indian Perspective
Date: 11 December 2025
Time: 1:15 PM – 1:45 PM
Venue: Room 3, Red Fort, New Delhi

We look forward to your participation.

Join us for the National Symposium on Living Heritage being organised on the occasion of the 20th session of the UNESCO Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage. The event is being jointly organised by IGNCA – Kala Nidhi Division, in collaboration with ICOMOS India.

Date: Friday, 12 December 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 01:00 PM
Venue: Umang Conference Hall, 4th Floor, IGNCA, Janpath Building, New Delhi

The symposium will bring together speakers from ICOMOS India and distinguished representatives from leading cultural and academic institutions.

New membership applications are now closed for inclusion in the 2026 ICOMOS International membership list.

However, applications for 2026 COMOS membership will remain open and will be reviewed in the next cycle.

ICOMOS NSC CT along with NSC ICH, WG SDGs and Holkar Cultural Centre warmly invite you to join 'Connecting the Dots Season 3 : Celebrating a Legacy of Patronage through Responsible Tourism'.

Supported by the Hon. Royal Holkars of Indore, the Khasgi Trust, and Alampur Chhatris Trust - we shall explore various historic sites associated with Punyashlok Devi Ahilyabai Holkar under the ICTC Charter lens, in this Webinar series.

To register, click on the link https://shorturl.at/BQczh and fill the Google Form.

In case of any queries, kindly email us at [email protected]