Casual News Editor and Casual News Reader-cum-Translator (Hindi) Posts

- Prasar Bharati, Akashvani New Delhi has released a notification for Casual News Editor (Hindi) and Casual News Reader-cum-Translator (Hindi) posts.
- These are casual assignments (not regular jobs) for residents of Delhi and NCR. Only Indian-origin candidates are eligible.
- Work will be assigned as per departmental requirements, generally not exceeding six days in a month.
- The engagement is not guaranteed to lead to regular employment in the organization.

- Nationality: Must be of Indian origin.
- Residency: Applicants must be residents of Delhi and NCR.
- Age Limit: Between 21 and 50 years (inclusive).
- Gender: Both male and female candidates are eligible.
- Qualification for Casual News Editor (Hindi):
- Graduation from a recognized university.
• Degree in Journalism (Hindi) or PG Diploma in Journalism (Hindi)/Mass Communication (minimum 1 year duration) from a recognized institution.
• OR 5 years of experience in reporting/editing work in print/electronic media.
- Proficiency in Hindi language is mandatory.
- Desirable: Experience in journalism work in radio/TV/print in a reputed media organization; knowledge of basic computer applications and typing in Hindi.
- Qualification for Casual News Reader-cum-Translator (Hindi):
- Graduation from a recognized university.
- Proficiency in Hindi language is mandatory.
- Powerful voice and good presentation skills required.
- Desirable: Experience in journalism in radio/TV/print; knowledge of basic computer applications and Hindi typing.

- The selection process includes a written exam followed by an interview or voice test depending on the post.
- Casual News Editor (Hindi):
- Written exam (50+ marks, 3-hour duration) to assess professional ability and knowledge.
• Candidates scoring 50+ marks in the written exam will be called for an interview.
• The Selection Committee will assess overall personality and suitability for radio news.
• Final inclusion in the panel requires approval from the Director General (News).
- Casual News Reader-cum-Translator (Hindi):
- Written exam (100 marks, 3-hour duration).
• Candidates scoring 50+ marks in the written exam will be called for a voice test (testing voice quality, modulation, delivery style, pronunciation, and accent).
• The Selection Committee may recommend candidates scoring 50+ marks in the voice test and interview for approval by the Director General (News).

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- Self-attested copies of educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
- Experience certificates (if applicable).
- SC/ST/OBC certificate (if applicable).
- Demand Draft or UTR details (proof of application fee payment).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) for government/autonomous body employees.
- Passport-size photograph affixed to the application form.

• General/OBC Category: ₹354/- (inclusive of GST).
• SC/ST Category: ₹266/- (inclusive of GST).
• Payment Method: Demand draft in favor of PB:DG (News), NSD, AIR, New Delhi OR online to State Bank of India, Parliament Street, New Delhi branch (Account Number: 11084233458, IFSC Code: SBIN0070691).