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Prasar Bharati Senior Correspondent Recruitment 2026: Overview
Prasar Bharati, India's Public Service Broadcaster, has released an official notification for the recruitment of 04 Senior Correspondent Posts on a contractual basis. This is a direct recruitment process based on shortlisting and interview. Interested candidates with a background in Journalism/Mass Communication and bilingual proficiency in Hindi & English are encouraged to apply via the official website before the deadline.
Recruitment Type
This is a Direct Recruitment process. Selection is based on Shortlisting followed by a Test and/or Interview. No competitive written examination is conducted for this role.
Key Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Prasar Bharati (India's Public Service Broadcaster) |
| Post Name | Senior Correspondent |
| Total Vacancies | 4 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Contract |
| Last Date to Apply | 03-03-2026 |
| Official Website | avedan.prasarbharati.org |
Vacancy Details
The total of 4 vacancies are distributed across specific regional locations:
| Post Name | Location | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Correspondent | Bhubaneshwar | 01 |
| Guwahati | 01 | |
| Jammu | 01 | |
| Chandigarh | 01 | |
| Total | 4 | |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Essential: Degree or PG Diploma in Journalism/ Mass Communication/ relevant field from a recognized university/institute.
- Language: Must be bilingual in Hindi & English. Knowledge of the respective regional language (e.g., Odia, Assamese, Urdu, Punjabi) is preferably required.
- Experience: At least 5 years of experience in the relevant field from a recognized organization.
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: Up to 44 years.
- Age as on: 16-02-2026.
- Age Relaxation: Applicable as per government rules (specific details for SC/ST/OBC/PwD should be verified from the official notification PDF).
Selection Process
The recruitment involves a two-stage selection process. No written prelims/mains exam is mentioned.
- Shortlisting: Based on the application details and eligibility criteria.
- Test and/or Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a Test and/or Interview.
Salary / Stipend
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly salary ranging from Rs. 80,000/- to Rs. 125,000/-. The pay scale is described as Negotiable Consolidated.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | Nil (No Fee) |
How to Apply
- Visit the official website: https://avedan.prasarbharati.org.
- Click on the Recruitment / Career section.
- Find the notification for Senior Correspondent posts (2026).
- Read the official notification carefully to ensure eligibility.
- Click on the Apply Online link.
- Fill in the online application form with accurate details.
- Upload required documents, photograph, and signature.
- Review the application form and submit it.
- Since the fee is Nil, no payment step is required.
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
- Deadline: Ensure submission is completed on or before 03-03-2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 16-02-2026 |
| Application Closing Date | 03-03-2026 |