NewsonAir Casual News Editor & Reader-cum-Translator (Hindi) Empanelment 2026 | Apply by 21 Oct
News Services Division, All India Radio (Akashvani), New Delhi
Delhi - NSD, Akashvani, Parliament Street, New Delhi 110001 (Delhi / NCR residents)
Salary
Remuneration as per Prasar Bharati casual assignment norms (generally up to 6 days a month)
Last Date
21 Oct 2026
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Prasar Bharati Important Dates 2026
Prasar Bharati Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Remuneration as per Prasar Bharati casual assignment norms (generally up to 6 days a month)
Prasar Bharati Eligibility Criteria 2026
- News Editor: Graduate + Journalism (Hindi) degree / 1-year PG Diploma / Mass Comm, or 5 years media reporting-editing experience, with Hindi proficiency
- Reader-cum-Translator: Graduate with Hindi proficiency and good voice / presentation
- Age 21 – 50 years; Delhi / NCR residents; fee Rs. 354 (Gen) / Rs. 266 (SC-ST-OBC)
- Apply by 21 October 2026, 6 PM to Sr. Administrative Officer, NSD AIR, Room 221, New Broadcasting House, Parliament Street, New Delhi
Prasar Bharati Qualification / Education
- Essential: Graduate with Hindi journalism qualification or media experience (Editor); Graduate with Hindi proficiency and presentation skills (Reader)
- Desirable: reputed radio / TV / print journalism experience; computer and Hindi typing
Prasar Bharati Job Details & Overview
The News Services Division (NSD), All India Radio (Akashvani), Prasar Bharati, New Delhi-110001 invites applications in the prescribed format from Indian-origin candidates residing in Delhi and NCR for empanelment to the posts of Casual News Editor (Hindi) and Casual News Reader-cum-Translator (Hindi). (No. NSD/Hindi Samachar/Casual Panel/2026 dated 06.10.2026.) This is casual-assignment work (generally not more than six days a month) with no claim to regularisation.
Posts and eligibility
| Post | Essential qualification |
|---|---|
| Casual News Editor (Hindi) | Graduate from a recognised university; Degree or minimum 1-year PG Diploma in Journalism (Hindi) / Journalism (Hindi) / Mass Communication, OR 5 years reporting / editing experience in print / electronic media; Hindi proficiency |
| Casual News Reader-cum-Translator (Hindi) | Graduate from a recognised university; Hindi proficiency; impressive voice and good presentation skills |
- Desirable (Editor): journalism experience in reputed radio / TV / print media; basic computer applications and Hindi typing
- Desirable (Reader): radio / TV / print journalism experience; basic computer applications and Hindi typing knowledge
- Work: editing news and compiling bulletins (Editor); English-to-Hindi translation and bulletin reading (Reader)
- Age: not below 21 and not above 50 years
Fee and selection
- Non-refundable application processing fee: Rs. 354 (General, with GST) / Rs. 266 (SC / ST / OBC, with GST) by Demand Draft in favour of “PB:DG (News), NSD, AIR, New Delhi” or online to SBI Parliament Street New Delhi (A/c 11084233458, IFSC SBIN0070691; attach UTR details)
- Selection in two stages of 100 marks each: written examination of 3 hours (minimum 50 to qualify) followed by interview (Editor) / voice test and interview (Reader); final recommendation for DG (News) approval for panel inclusion
Important dates and how to apply
- Last date of receipt: 21 October 2026 by 6 PM
- Send the application with all documents to the Senior Administrative Officer, News Services Division, Akashvani, Room 221, New Broadcasting House, Parliament Street, New Delhi – 110001; superscribe the envelope as specified; government employees must enclose NOC
Prasar Bharati Important Links
How to Apply for Prasar Bharati Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for News Services Division, All India Radio (Akashvani), New Delhi's NewsonAir Casual News Editor & Reader-cum-Translator (Hindi) Empanelment 2026 | Apply by 21 Oct before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this News Services Division, All India Radio (Akashvani), New Delhi recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the applicable application fee online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the form before 21 Oct 2026 and save the confirmation page and fee receipt.
Prasar Bharati Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
Prasar Bharati Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this News Services Division, All India Radio (Akashvani), New Delhi recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official News Services Division, All India Radio (Akashvani), New Delhi notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, 21 Oct 2026; late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
- Track updates to this notification (corrigenda, admit card, result) on Rojgarpulse.
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What is NewsonAir Casual News Editor & Reader-cum-Translator (Hindi) Empanelment 2026 | Apply by 21 Oct?
NewsonAir Casual News Editor & Reader-cum-Translator (Hindi) Empanelment 2026 | Apply by 21 Oct is a government recruitment notification published by Prasar Bharati. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for Prasar Bharati Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Prasar Bharati Recruitment 2026 start on 06 October 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Prasar Bharati Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Prasar Bharati Recruitment 2026 is 21 October 2026.
What is the qualification required for Prasar Bharati Recruitment 2026?
Essential: Graduate with Hindi journalism qualification or media experience (Editor); Graduate with Hindi proficiency and presentation skills (Reader) Desirable: reputed radio / TV / print journalism experience; computer and Hindi typing
How to apply for Prasar Bharati Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for Prasar Bharati Recruitment 2026. Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.