Overview
Prasar Bharati, News Services Division: Akashvani, New Delhi has released a recruitment notification for the post of Newsreader-cum-Translator (Urdu), casual assignment basis (1 (the notice does not print a number of vacancies) vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Prasar Bharati, News Services Division: Akashvani, New Delhi
- Vacancies
- 1 (the notice does not print a number of vacancies)
- Last date to apply
- 23.11.2026 (6 pm)
Important Dates
| Notice date | 28.10.2026 |
| Last date | 23.11.2026 (6 pm) |
| Last date for receipt of applications | 23.11.2026 (6 pm) |
| Written test time, date and venue | To be sent by email and posted on the NSD: Akashvani website well in advance |
Important Links
- Official NotificationOpen Link
Vacancy Details
Post: Vacancies | Nature of Engagement Newsreader-cum-Translator (Urdu): 1 (the notice does not print a number) | Casual assignment basis The job is to translate news stories and news-based text from English to Urdu and from Urdu to English, and to read the news bulletins. Candidates who pass the selection are recommended for empanelment. The Head of Office, Director General (News), approves the empanelment. FREEJOBALERT DAILY QUIZ Preparing for Govt Exams? Test Yourself! 25 Questions · 20 Minutes · Instant Score Take Today's Free Quiz →
Age Limit
Applicants must be at least 21 years old and no older than 50 years.
Application Fee
Category: Fee (non-refundable) General category: Rs.354/- (including GST) SC/ST/OBC: Rs.266/- (including GST) You can pay the fee in one of two ways: • By bank draft payable in favour of PB:DG (News), NSD, AIR, New Delhi. • By online transfer to State Bank of India, Parliament Street New Delhi, Account No. 11084233458, IFSC Code SBIN0000691. Attach the UTR details to your application. The fee is not refunded if your application is rejected.
Selection Process
There are two stages of selection. Both test your professional competence and your knowledge of Urdu. All tests and interviews are held in Delhi. Stage: Pattern Written test: 100 marks, three hours. Covers translation from English to Urdu and from Urdu to English, short notes on current affairs and general knowledge. All answers must be written in Urdu. Voice test and interview: 100 marks. The voice test checks voice quality, modulation, diction, pronunciation and accent. It may be followed by an interview with the Selection Committee to judge your suitability for radio news. Candidates who score 50 or more in the written test are called for the voice test. The Selection Committee recommends for empanelment those who score 50 or more in the voice test and interview. Only shortlisted candidates are informed, and they are told by email. The final results are posted on www.newsonair.gov.in.
How to Apply
• Use the prescribed proforma given in the advertisement. Applications in any other format are not accepted. • Fill in every detail in CAPITAL LETTERS. The form asks for your name, date of birth, address, mobile number, email ID, educational qualification, category, draft/UTR number and amount, work experience (name of the office, post held and job details) and, if you are in Government service, an NOC. • Paste your photograph in the box provided and sign the form. • Pay the fee by bank draft or online transfer, and write the draft or UTR number on the form. • Put the application and all its enclosures in an envelope. Write on the envelope: "Application for Newsreader-cum-translator(Urdu) in NSD, Akashvani to be engaged on casual assignment basis". • Send it so that it reaches the Sr. Administrative Officer, News Services Division, Akashvani, Room No. 221, New Broadcasting House, Parliament Street, New Delhi-110 001 by 6 pm on 23 November 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for Akashvani Delhi Newsreader cum Translator Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline?
Notice date: 28.10.2026; Last date: 23.11.2026 (6 pm); Last date for receipt of applications: 23.11.2026 (6 pm); Written test time, date and venue: To be sent by email and posted on the NSD: Akashvani website well in advance
What is the application fee?
Rs.354/- (General), Rs.266/- (SC/ST/OBC)
What is the age limit?
21 to 50 years
What is the selection process?
There are two stages of selection. Both test your professional competence and your knowledge of Urdu. All tests and interviews are held in Delhi. Stage: Pattern Written test: 100 marks, three hours. Covers translation from English to Urdu and from Urdu to English, short notes on current affairs and general knowledge. All answers must be written in Urdu. Voice test and interview: 100 marks. The voice test checks voice quality, modulation, diction, pronunciation and accent. It may be followed by an interview with the Selection Committee to judge your suitability for radio news. Candidates who score 50 or more in the written test are called for the voice test. The Selection Committee recommends for empanelment those who score 50 or more in the voice test and interview. Only shortlisted candidates are informed, and they are told by email. The final results are posted on www.newsonair.gov.in.