Overview
Doordarshan Kendra, Kolkata (DDK Kolkata), DDK Kolkata has released a recruitment notification for the post of Kolkata (Not specified vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply google form only as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Doordarshan Kendra, Kolkata (DDK Kolkata), DDK Kolkata
- Qualification
- Eligibility depends on the category. Every category has the same age range (21 to 40 years), but the qualification and experience requirements differ. Each category lists "Essential" and, in most cases, "Desirable" requirements. • Candidates must meet the essential qualification of the category they apply for. • A candidate can apply for only one category. Double applications will be considered rejected. • Candidates must give their consent in advance for performing assignments. • Meeting the eligibility conditions does not guarantee selection. Applications go through scrutiny and screening, and Doordarshan may reject any application without assigning a reason. • Canvassing in any form is strictly prohibited and makes a candidate ineligible for selection.
- Vacancies
- Not specified
- Posted
- Not specified
- Last date to apply
- 16/10/2026, 06:00 pm
Important Dates
| Notice date | 29/09/2026 |
| Last date | 16/10/2026, 06:00 pm |
| Application start date | Not specified |
| Last date to apply (DDK Kolkata last date) | 16/10/2026, up to 06:00 pm |
| Skill test / written test / personality test dates | Not specified |
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Eligibility
Eligibility depends on the category. Every category has the same age range (21 to 40 years), but the qualification and experience requirements differ. Each category lists "Essential" and, in most cases, "Desirable" requirements. • Candidates must meet the essential qualification of the category they apply for. • A candidate can apply for only one category. Double applications will be considered rejected. • Candidates must give their consent in advance for performing assignments. • Meeting the eligibility conditions does not guarantee selection. Applications go through scrutiny and screening, and Doordarshan may reject any application without assigning a reason. • Canvassing in any form is strictly prohibited and makes a candidate ineligible for selection.
Age Limit
The age limit for all nine posts is 21 to 40 years as on the Date of Notification. The notice is dated 29/09/2026 and does not state a separate age cut-off date. Age relaxation for any category is not specified in the notice. Posts: Minimum age | Maximum age | Age relaxation All 9 categories: 21 years | 40 years | Not specified Candidates should ensure that they meet the prescribed age limit as on the specified cut-off date. You can use our Age Calculator to check your exact age and confirm your eligibility before applying.
Salary
Assignees are paid per assignment, not a fixed monthly salary. For every post, the notice allows up to a maximum of 7 assignments in a month, limited to 84 assignments in a year, as per requirement. One assignment may take up to 2 to 3 days, and payment is made as per DDK Kolkata instructions. Sl. No.: Post | Remuneration per assignment | Assignment limit 1: Archive Assistant | Rs. 2,500 | Up to 7 a month; 84 a year 2: Post Production Assistant (Graphics) | Rs. 4,500 | Up to 7 a month; 84 a year 3: Post Production Assistant (Editing) | Rs. 3,500 | Up to 7 a month; 84 a year 4: Video Assistant | Rs. 5,000 | Up to 7 a month; 84 a year 5: Social Media Editor | Rs. 3,000 | Up to 7 a month; 84 a year 6: C. G. Operator | Rs. 2,000 | Up to 7 a month; 84 a year 7: Resource Person (Programme) | Rs. 3,000 | Up to 7 a month; 84 a year 8: Resource Person (Lighting Assistant) | Rs. 3,000 | Up to 7 a month; 84 a year 9: Broadcast Assistant (Commercial) | Rs. 2,500 | Up to 7 a month; 84 a year The notice states that the number of bookings is not fixed and that no right is conferred to demand booking beyond the period assigned by the office. Total earnings will therefore depend on the assignments actually offered.
Selection Process
The selection for DDK Kolkata empanelment follows the steps below, as described in the notice. • Applications undergo scrutiny and screening. • Shortlisted candidates are called for the next stage of the selection process. • The selection process may consist of several steps, such as a skill test, written test or personality test, depending on the category as deemed feasible. • The selection is done by a constituted selection committee. • Successful candidates are invited for assignment on an "as and when required" basis. The notice does not give the exam pattern, syllabus, test dates or test venue. Empanelment confers no right to regular bookings and no right or advantage for selection to any regular post in the organisation. The decision of the Selection Committee is final and irrevocable.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must apply through the Google Form in the prescribed format. No other mode of application will be considered. • Check the qualification, age limit and other conditions for the category you want. You can apply for only one category. • Keep copies of the required documents ready: certificates of educational qualification, desirable qualification, age proof, experience certificate and similar documents. • Open the official Google Form link given in the notice (see the next section). • Complete the form in the prescribed format and attach the required document copies. • Submit the application on or before 16/10/2026, up to 06:00 pm. The notice does not describe the individual fields of the Google Form, file size limits or file formats.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for DDK Kolkata Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Archive Assistant, Video Assistant and More Posts?
Notice date: 29/09/2026; Last date: 16/10/2026, 06:00 pm; Application start date: Not specified; Last date to apply (DDK Kolkata last date): 16/10/2026, up to 06:00 pm; Skill test / written test / personality test dates: Not specified
What is the age limit?
21 to 40 years as on Date of Notification
What is the selection process?
The selection for DDK Kolkata empanelment follows the steps below, as described in the notice. • Applications undergo scrutiny and screening. • Shortlisted candidates are called for the next stage of the selection process. • The selection process may consist of several steps, such as a skill test, written test or personality test, depending on the category as deemed feasible. • The selection is done by a constituted selection committee. • Successful candidates are invited for assignment on an "as and when required" basis. The notice does not give the exam pattern, syllabus, test dates or test venue. Empanelment confers no right to regular bookings and no right or advantage for selection to any regular post in the organisation. The decision of the Selection Committee is final and irrevocable.