Prasar Bharati, Akashvani New Casual News Editor 2026: 2026 Posts

Prasar Bharati, Akashvani New Delhi has announced a recruitment notification for the positions of Casual News Editor (Hindi) and Casual News Reader-cum-Translator (Hindi) with a total of 2026 vacancies. The last date to submit applications is 21 October 2026.

Prasar Bharati, Akashvani New Casual News Editor 2026: 2026 Posts: Overview

Important Dates

The following are the important dates related to this recruitment notification.

Application Fee

Candidates are required to pay the following application fees based on their category.

Age Limit

Candidates must be between 21 years of age and not more than 50 years of age.

Vacancy Details

Applications are invited to form a casual panel for the following posts.

Eligibility and Educational Qualification

Candidates must meet the following educational qualifications for the respective posts. The qualifications include a graduation degree from a recognized university, along with specific requirements for each post. Experience in journalism may also be necessary for certain positions.

Salary and Pay Scale

The salary for the positions will be paid as per rates determined for casual assignments, which are not regular jobs.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of a written exam followed by an interview or voice test depending on the post.

1. Written Exam
2. Interview or Voice Test

How to Apply

Candidates should follow the steps below to apply for the positions.

1. Download the official notification and application form from the official website.
2. Fill out the prescribed proforma with accurate details.
3. Attach a passport-size photograph on the designated space of the form.
4. Enclose self-attested copies of educational certificates, mark sheets, category certificates, and experience certificates.
5. Attach the original bank draft or online UTR details as proof of application fee payment.
6. If working in government/autonomous bodies, enclose a “No Objection Certificate” (NOC) from the employer.
7. Write the envelope title as: “समाचार सेवा विभाग आकाशवाणी में आकस्मिक समाचार संपादक (हिंदी) और आकस्मिक समाचार वाचक-सह-अनुवादक (हिंदी) के पदों के लिए आवेदन”.
8. Send the completed application by post or deliver it by hand to the specified address by 21.10.2026 (6:00 PM).

Frequently Asked Questions

Are freshers eligible?

Freshers can apply for the Casual News Reader-cum-Translator (Hindi) position, but the Casual News Editor (Hindi) position requires either a degree in Journalism or significant experience in media.

What documents are needed at verification?

Candidates will need to provide self-attested copies of educational qualification certificates, experience certificates if applicable, and category certificates during verification.

What is the mode of exam?

The mode of the exam will be notified via email for eligible candidates who pass the written exam.

Documents Required

• Self-attested copies of educational qualification certificates
• Experience certificates (if any)
• SC/ST/OBC certificate (if applicable)
• Demand Draft or UTR details / online payment receipt
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) for government employees
• Passport-size photograph affixed to the application form

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Submitting an application for the wrong post code.
• Missing the date on experience certificates.
• Not paying the application fee.
• Using a wrong photograph size on the application form.
• Applying under the wrong category.

मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में

• संस्था: प्रसार भारती, आकाशवाणी नई दिल्ली
• पद: आकस्मिक समाचार संपादक (हिंदी) और आकस्मिक समाचार वाचक-सह-अनुवादक (हिंदी)
• कुल पद: 2026
• योग्यता: किसी मान्यता प्राप्त विश्वविद्यालय से स्नातक
• आयु सीमा: 21 से 50 वर्ष
• अंतिम तिथि: 21 अक्टूबर 2026
• आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑफलाइन आवेदन पत्र भरें और भेजें।