Prasar Bharati Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for Stringers and Casual Assignees Posts

Prasar Bharati has released an official notification for the recruitment of Stringers and Casual Assignees Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official Prasar Bharati website. The last date to submit the application form is 07-02-2026. In this article, you’ll find the Prasar Bharati Stringers and Casual Assignees Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Offline application form.

Prasar Bharati Stringers and Casual Assignees Empanelment 2026 Overview

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

• Stringers: Individuals with experience in TV News coverage; Must possess camera equipment meeting current standards, accessories for connectivity with DSNG/Live units; Preference for own transport and mobile phone.
• Editorial Assistant: Degree from recognized University; Degree/Diploma in Journalism; Minimum 3 years experience in news broadcasting/news organization; Desirable: Acquaintance with national/international affairs; Matriculate in relevant language.
• Video Editor: 10+2; Degree/Diploma in Film & Video Editing; 2 years experience in relevant field.
• English and Khasi News Readers: Degree from recognized University; Proficiency in language; Camera friendly face with good voice suited to broadcasting; Correct pronunciation, accent, modulation; Knowledge of current affairs; Preferable: Journalism background.
• Copy Editor (Khasi): Degree; Degree/Diploma in Journalism/Mass Communications; Desirable: Acquaintance with affairs, Matriculate in language, 3 years experience in media preferably broadcasting.
• Stenographer (Khasi): 10+2; Speed 80 wpm shorthand and 40 wpm computer typing; Desirable: Proficiency in Khasi, translation from English to Khasi.
• CG Operator: 10+2; Certificate in computer application; Desirable: One year experience in relevant field.

Salary/ Stipend

• Stringers: Assigned Local Coverage: Rs. 1500; Second Coverage: Rs. 1000; Outstation Coverage: Rs. 1800.
• Editorial Assistant: Rs. 2400 per day per shift.
• Video Editor: Rs. 1500 per day per shift.
• English and Khasi News Readers: Rs. 1650 (Single Bulletin)/Rs. 1875 (Fresher Multiple)/Rs. 2400 (Experienced Multiple) per day per shift.
• Copy Editor (Khasi): Rs. 1500 per day per shift.
• Stenographer (Khasi): Rs. 1275 per day per shift.
• CG Operator: Rs. 1125 per day per shift.

Age Limit

• Editorial Assistant: 25-50 Years
• Video Editor: 21-50 Years
• English and Khasi News Readers: 21-40 Years
• Copy Editor (Khasi): 21-50 Years
• Stenographer (Khasi): 21-50 Years
• CG Operator: 21-50 Years

Application Fee

• Stringers: Non-refundable Rs. 1180/- (including 18% GST) via Demand Draft in favour of Drawing & Disbursing Officer, DDK Shillong.
• Casual Assignees: No application fee.

Important Dates

Selection Process

• Stringers: Preliminary scrutiny, test coverage, interview, equipment verification, final panel by committee; Existing stringers also to undergo processes.
• Casual Assignees: RNU reserves right to conduct skill tests (written, interview, audition, screen test, etc.).

General Information / Instructions

• Casual empanelment is not a regular post; No claim for permanent job.
• Maximum 7 assignments per month for casual assignees.
• Applications without enclosures rejected; Canvassing leads to rejection.
• No TA/DA for tests/interview.
• Separate application for each casual category.
• Director General, DD News reserves right to cancel process.
• Stringers: Read guidelines dated 02/07/2010; Equipment verification; Sign contract.

How to Apply

• Stringers: Submit in triplicate prescribed format (Annexure-2); Sealed cover superscribed "Empanelment of Stringers for RNU, DDK, Shillong for "; With DD; Reach by 07 February 2026, 05:00 PM.
• Casual Assignees: Prescribed format (Annexure I-A) with documents; By Speed Post or email ([email protected]); Reach by 07 February 2026, 05:00 PM; Separate for each category; Subject/Envelope heading specified.

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