Prasar Bharati Correspondent and Senior Correspondent Recruitment 2026
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 5
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹60,000 - ₹125,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Degree or PG Diploma in Journalism/Mass Communication or relevant field with 5 to 7 years of experience.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Experience requirements vary across posts, generally ranging from 5 to 7 years of relevant professional experience. Candidates should check the official notification for the exact role-wise criteria.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 21 to 45 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
Vacancies under this Notification
This list may not include all posts.
Prasar Bharati is inviting applications for the contractual engagement of Correspondents and Senior Correspondents to support DD News operations across various Regional News Units (RNUs). This recruitment drive offers a significant opportunity for experienced journalism professionals to contribute to India's public service broadcaster by reporting on complex ground-level stories and managing newsroom operations. The roles are based in key locations including Imphal, Lucknow, Varanasi, Dehradun, and Chennai, focusing on high-quality news production and social media content integration. Eligible Indian nationals with a background in mass communication and regional language proficiency are encouraged to apply for these full-time contract positions.
- The engagement is purely on a full-time contractual basis for an initial duration of one year.
- Candidates must possess a Degree or PG Diploma in Journalism or Mass Communication with relevant field experience.
- Proficiency in Hindi, English, and the respective regional language of the RNU is a mandatory requirement for selection.
- The selection process may involve a test or interview for shortlisted candidates to assess reporting and newsroom skills.
- Applications must be submitted online through the official Prasar Bharati recruitment portal within the specified 15-day window.
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Additional Salary Information
Consolidated monthly remuneration is negotiable between ₹60,000 to ₹1,25,000 depending on the post and candidate suitability.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on qualification and experience Test and/or Interview
Application Fees
No fee mentioned
Reservation
Reservation norms as per Government of India guidelines for contractual engagements apply.
How to Apply
- Visit the official Prasar Bharati recruitment portal at https://avedan.prasarbharati.org/ Register and fill out the online application form with accurate details.
- Upload self-attested copies of all supporting documents including educational certificates and experience proof.
- Ensure the application is submitted within 15 days from the date of publication on the PB website.
- In case of technical difficulties, contact avedanhelpdesk@gmail.com or hrcell413@gmail.com with a screenshot of the error.
Frequently Asked Questions
The engagement is on a full-time contract basis for a period of one year.
The notification specifies distinct vacancies for different Regional News Units; candidates should ensure they meet the regional language proficiency for their chosen location.
The notification does not mention any application fee for the online submission process.
