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Doordarshan Kendra Vijayawada Stringers Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for Empanelment
DDK Vijayawada Stringers Recruitment 2026: Notification Released
Doordarshan Kendra Vijayawada (DDK Vijayawada) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Stringers. Interested and eligible candidates can apply offline for empanelment in various districts of Andhra Pradesh. This recruitment is an excellent opportunity for experienced videographers and journalists looking to work with Prasar Bharati.
Overview Table
| Company Name | Doordarshan Kendra, Vijayawada – Regional News Unit (DDK Vijayawada RNU) |
| Post Name | Stringers (Empanelment) |
| Mode of Application | Offline |
| Last Date | 20 February 2026 (till 5 PM) |
| Official Website | https://prasarbharati.gov.in/ |
Vacancy Details
Empanelment is required for the following districts. The specific number of Stringers per district is not specified.
| District Name | Post Name | Project / Assignment Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alluri Sitarama Raju | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Anakapalli | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Anantapuramu | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Annamayya | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Chittoor | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Bapatla | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| East Godavari | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Eluru | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Guntur | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Kakinada | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Tirupati | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Krishna | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Kurnool | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Markapuram | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| NTR District | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Nandyala | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Palnadu | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Parvathipuram Manyam | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Prakasam | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Polavaram | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Sri Satyasai | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Srikakulam | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Visakhapatnam | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| Vizianagaram | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| West Godavari | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
| YSR Kadapa | Stringer | Local / Outstation Coverage |
Eligibility Criteria for Stringer
- Essential Qualification: Applicants should have qualification, experience and expertise in cinematography / videography / news gathering / broadcast journalism. Academic and Technical Qualifications must be furnished with proof in duplicate.
- Experience: Experience as cameraperson/news cameraperson/videographer and as newsman/electronic journalist must be provided with organizational details and period of work.
- Desirable: Applicants must have adequate facilities and equipment including cameras, audio equipment, lights, and preferably ENG equipment as specified in the guidelines.
Salary Details
- Local Coverage (less than 6 hours): Rs. 1,500/- (inclusive of transportation and delivery charges).
- Extended Local Coverage (exceeds 6 hours or >10 km): Treated as two coverages; second coverage paid at Rs. 1,000/-.
- Outstation Coverage (beyond district limits): Rs. 1,800/- per coverage.
- Payments are on a per-coverage basis irrespective of footage length.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
- Download and fill the prescribed Application Form for Empanelment as Stringer (Annexure-A) from the official notification.
- Submit applications in triplicate in a sealed cover superscribed “Empanelment of Stringers of DD News-2026”.
- Enclose attested copies of certificates for qualifications, experience, and equipment ownership.
- Attach a Demand Draft of Rs. 1,180/- (inclusive of GST) in favour of “DDO/ DDK, Vijayawada” payable at Vijayawada.
- Send the application to: The Head of News, Regional News Unit, Doordarshan Kendra, Punnamathota, Opp; TTD Kalyanamadapam, Vijayawada – 520010, Andhra Pradesh on or before 20 February 2026 (5 PM).
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FAQs
Q1: Is this a permanent job?
A: No, this is an empanelment for Stringers on a coverage basis (contractual work).
Q2: Can I apply for more than one district?
A: You must specify the district where you wish to be empanelled. The applicant must be based in that district.
Q3: What is the last date to submit the application?
A: 20 February 2026 (5 PM).