DDK Kolkata Recruitment 2026: 9 Categories – Apply Online @ prasarbharati.gov.in

Post-Wise Vacancy, Qualification & Remuneration

The notification announces nine categories but does not specify the number of vacancies for any category. Candidates are engaged as casual assignees on an "as and when required" basis. Remuneration is paid per assignment, not as a fixed monthly salary.

Assignment Limit (all posts): Up to 7 assignments per month, limited to 84 assignments per year as per programme requirement. One assignment may take 2–3 days.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Age Limit: 21 to 40 years as on the Date of Notification (29 September 2026). Age relaxation for any category is not specified in the notice.
• Single Category Application: Each candidate can apply for only one category. Double applications will be treated as rejected.
• Consent: Candidates must give consent in advance for performing assignments.
• Qualification varies by post — refer to the Post-Wise Vacancy table above for the exact essential qualification for each category.
• Experience Requirements: Social Media Editor requires 1 year of professional social media / digital marketing experience in a media house. Resource Person categories require 3 years of TV/Doordarshan programme production experience (or equivalent professional diploma path). The notice does not explicitly clarify whether the lighting experience clause in Resource Person (Lighting Assistant) applies to both qualification pathways.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

The selection for DDK Kolkata empanelment follows the process described below:

1. All applications undergo scrutiny and screening by the office.
2. Shortlisted candidates are called for the next stage of selection.
3. The next stage may consist of a skill test, written test, or personality test, depending on the category as deemed feasible by the committee.
4. Selection is conducted by a constituted Selection Committee. The committee's decision is final and irrevocable.
5. Successful candidates are invited for assignment on an "as and when required" basis.

Important Disclaimers:

• Empanelment confers no right to regular bookings and no right or advantage for selection to any regular post in the organisation.
• Doordarshan reserves the right to reject any application without assigning any reason.
• No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for appearing in any stage of the selection process.
• Meeting eligibility conditions does not guarantee selection.
• Canvassing in any form is strictly prohibited and will render candidates ineligible.

Terms & Conditions of Engagement

• This is NOT employment and will not be treated as employment.
• Candidates are invited for assignment strictly on an "as and when required" basis as per the day-to-day programme requirement at the Kendra.
• Assignees are not entitled to any fixed or specific number of bookings, as they are not on the establishment of Doordarshan.
• Maximum possible assignments: 7 per month, 84 per year. No right is conferred to demand bookings beyond the period assigned by the office.
• The organisation has no objection to assignees continuing in or taking up regular or temporary employment in any other organisation, or being self-employed.
• Assignees have the right not to accept an assignment offered to them. Once accepted, they are obliged to perform it.
• Bookings are done on a daily/assignment basis; payment is made as per DDK Kolkata instructions.
• Empanelment confers no right to be called for regular bookings and no advantage for selection to any regular post.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates must submit their application exclusively through the Google Form in the prescribed format. No other mode of application will be considered.

1. Review the qualification, age limit, and conditions for the category you wish to apply for. Note that only one category application is permitted per candidate.
2. Prepare copies of all required documents: educational qualification certificates, desirable qualification certificates, age proof, experience certificates, and any other relevant documents.
3. Access the official Google Form link provided in the notification.
4. Complete the form in the prescribed format and attach the required document copies as specified.
5. Submit the application on or before 16 October 2026, up to 06:00 PM.

Required Documents for Application

• Educational Qualification Certificates (Degree / Diploma / Graduation / Class XII as applicable to the chosen category)
• Age Proof — Matriculation Certificate / Birth Certificate / Aadhaar Card
• Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead (where required by the category)
• Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable; none specified in the notice)
• Two Recent Passport-Size Photographs and Valid Government Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN Card)

Important Links

• Download DDK Kolkata Casual Assignee Empanelment Official Notification PDF (DDK/KOL/PROG/CA/2026-27)
• Visit Prasar Bharati Official Website

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for DDK Kolkata Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the Google Form application for DDK Kolkata Recruitment 2026 is 16 October 2026, up to 06:00 PM. The official notification was released on 29 September 2026.

How do I apply for DDK Kolkata vacancies?

Applications must be submitted exclusively through the Google Form prescribed in the official notification. No offline or walk-in application will be accepted. The Google Form link is provided in the official notification PDF (DDK/KOL/PROG/CA/2026-27).

Is there any application fee for DDK Kolkata Recruitment 2026?

The official notification (DDK/KOL/PROG/CA/2026-27) does not state any application fee for the casual assignee empanelment. Candidates should verify this from the official notification PDF.

What is the nature of the DDK Kolkata recruitment — permanent or contractual?

The recruitment is for casual assignee empanelment on an "as and when required" basis. The notification explicitly states that this is not employment, does not confer any right to regular bookings, and provides no pension or job security. Assignees are engaged for individual assignments only.

What is the remuneration structure for DDK Kolkata assignees?

Remuneration is paid per assignment, not as a fixed monthly salary. The range is from Rs. 2,000 (C. G. Operator) to Rs. 5,000 (Video Assistant) per assignment. The maximum number of assignments is 7 per month (84 per year) as per programme requirement. One assignment may take 2–3 days.

What is the age limit for DDK Kolkata Recruitment 2026?

The age limit is 21 to 40 years as on the Date of Notification (29 September 2026). Age relaxation for any category is not specified in the official notice.

Can I apply for more than one category at DDK Kolkata?

No. The notification clearly states that a candidate can apply for only one category. Any candidate submitting double applications will have their application treated as rejected.