Overview
Regional News Unit (RNU), Doordarshan Kendra, Guwahati has released a recruitment notification for the post of Casual News Reader/News Anchor, Assistant News Editor, Assistant Website Editor, Broadcast Assistant, Video Editor, CG Operator, Stenographer (Assamese) (Not Mentioned vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply offline (by post) before Within one month from the date of publication of the notification on the official website.
Key Details
- Organization
- Regional News Unit (RNU), Doordarshan Kendra, Guwahati
- Qualification
- Eligibility differs by category. Candidates must be of Indian origin and residing in Assam, in addition to meeting the qualification requirements below. Category: Essential Qualification Casual News Reader / News Anchor: Degree from a recognized university; proficiency in the concerned language; camera-friendly appearance with a good broadcasting voice; correct pronunciation, accent and modulation; knowledge of current regional/Indian/foreign affairs; acquaintance with important personalities in the region, India and abroad. Preferable: journalism background, related professional/academic background, TV/Radio media experience. Desirable: knowledge of English and Hindi, ability to interview people, ability to write and report news including sports. Assistant News Editor (Editorial Assistant): Degree from a recognized university; Degree/Diploma in Journalism from a recognized university; minimum 3 years' experience in work relating to news broadcasting/news organization. Desirable: acquaintance with national/international affairs, matriculate in the relevant language. Assistant Website Editor: Degree from a recognized university; Degree/Diploma in Journalism/Mass Communication from a recognized university. Desirable: 2 years' experience in the relevant field, exposure to new media operations or proven aptitude in this field. Broadcast Assistant: Degree from a recognized university; Degree/Diploma in TV & Radio production from a recognized university. Desirable: matriculate in t…
- Vacancies
- Not Mentioned
- Advertisement No
- RNU/GUW/CE/26-27
- Posted
- 24 August 2026
- Last date to apply
- Within one month from the date of publication of the notification on the official website
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 24 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | Within one month from the date of publication of the notification on the official website |
| Notification Release Date | 24 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | Within one month from the date of publication of the notification on the website (exact calendar date not separately specified in the notification) |
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Eligibility
Eligibility differs by category. Candidates must be of Indian origin and residing in Assam, in addition to meeting the qualification requirements below. Category: Essential Qualification Casual News Reader / News Anchor: Degree from a recognized university; proficiency in the concerned language; camera-friendly appearance with a good broadcasting voice; correct pronunciation, accent and modulation; knowledge of current regional/Indian/foreign affairs; acquaintance with important personalities in the region, India and abroad. Preferable: journalism background, related professional/academic background, TV/Radio media experience. Desirable: knowledge of English and Hindi, ability to interview people, ability to write and report news including sports. Assistant News Editor (Editorial Assistant): Degree from a recognized university; Degree/Diploma in Journalism from a recognized university; minimum 3 years' experience in work relating to news broadcasting/news organization. Desirable: acquaintance with national/international affairs, matriculate in the relevant language. Assistant Website Editor: Degree from a recognized university; Degree/Diploma in Journalism/Mass Communication from a recognized university. Desirable: 2 years' experience in the relevant field, exposure to new media operations or proven aptitude in this field. Broadcast Assistant: Degree from a recognized university; Degree/Diploma in TV & Radio production from a recognized university. Desirable: matriculate in t…
Age Limit
Category: Age Limit Casual News Reader / News Anchor: 21–40 years Assistant News Editor (Editorial Assistant): 25–50 years Assistant Website Editor: 21–50 years Broadcast Assistant: 21–50 years Video Editor: 21–50 years CG Operator: 21–50 years Stenographer (Assamese): 21–50 years Candidates should ensure that they fulfill the prescribed age criteria. Calculate your exact age using our Age Calculator before submitting your application to confirm your eligibility.
Salary
Selected candidates are engaged as Casual Assignees and paid on a per-day or per-day-per-shift basis, as shown below. The notification clarifies that a maximum of 7 (seven) assignments may be given per month, and empanelment does not constitute a regular post. Category: Payment Casual News Reader / News Anchor: Rs. 1650 per day per shift (single bulletin, including language bulletin); Rs. 1875 per day per shift for freshers (multiple bulletins in a shift); Rs. 2400 per day per shift for persons with 3 years' experience (multiple bulletins in a shift) Assistant News Editor (Editorial Assistant): Rs. 2400 per day per shift Assistant Website Editor: Rs. 2100 per day per shift Broadcast Assistant: Rs. 1500 per day Video Editor: Rs. 1500 per day CG Operator: Rs. 1125 per day per shift Stenographer (Assamese): Rs. 1275 per day per shift
How to Apply
RNU Guwahati Recruitment 2026 applications must be submitted offline, in the prescribed format, along with supporting documents. • Download or prepare the application in the prescribed format given at Annexure A of the notification. • Attach copies of required documents: certificates of educational qualification, proof of age, proof of residence, and experience certificate (where applicable). • A separate detailed CV may also be submitted along with the prescribed format, if more detail is needed; however, submitting the prescribed proforma is mandatory. • Place the application and documents in an envelope superscribed "Empanelment of (Name of the position) for RNU, DDK, Guwahati". • Send the envelope by post to: RNU Head, Doordarshan Kendra, R.G. Baruah Road, Guwahati–781024. • Ensure the application reaches the office within one month from the date of publication of the notification on the website.
Important Instructions
• Empanelment under the casual category does not constitute a regular post. • Empanelled candidates shall not have any claim for regular/permanent employment. • Selected candidates may be assigned a maximum of 7 (seven) assignments per month. • Applications without the required enclosures will be summarily rejected, and no further correspondence will be entertained. • Canvassing in any form will lead to rejection of the application. • No application fee is payable. • No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the test/interview.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for RNU Guwahati Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for Stenographer, CG Operator and More Posts?
Notification Date: 24 August 2026; Last Date to Apply: Within one month from the date of publication of the notification on the official website; Notification Release Date: 24 August 2026; Last Date to Submit Application: Within one month from the date of publication of the notification on the website (exact calendar date not separately specified in the notification)
What is the age limit?
Category: Age Limit Casual News Reader / News Anchor: 21–40 years Assistant News Editor (Editorial Assistant): 25–50 years Assistant Website Editor: 21–50 years Broadcast Assistant: 21–50 years Video Editor: 21–50 years CG Operator: 21–50 years Stenographer (Assamese): 21–50 years Candidates should ensure that they fulfill the prescribed age criteria. Calculate your exact age using our Age Calculator before submitting your application to confirm your eligibility.