DDK Guwahati Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for Casual Positions

Doordarshan Kendra Guwahati Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the Regional News Unit (RNU) of Doordarshan Kendra (DDK), Guwahati for empanelment of Casual Assignees. Under this DDK Guwahati Recruitment 2026, applications are invited for various posts including Casual News Reader/News Anchor, Assistant News Editor, Assistant Website Editor, Broadcast Assistant, Video Editor, CG Operator and Stenographer (Assamese). These are purely casual/empanelment-based engagements and not regular government posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply offline by sending the prescribed application form within one month from the date of publication of the notification. The application window for Doordarshan Kendra Guwahati Recruitment 2026 runs from 24th August 2026 to 23rd September 2026.

This detailed article covers complete vacancy information, post-wise eligibility criteria, age limits, remuneration fees, application process, important dates and official links related to Doordarshan Kendra Guwahati Recruitment 2026.

Overview of DDK Guwahati Recruitment 2026

Doordarshan Kendra Guwahati, under Prasar Bharati, plays a vital role in broadcasting news and programmes in Assamese and English for the North Eastern region. The Regional News Unit regularly empanels casual assignees to support news production, editing, broadcasting and related activities. Candidates selected under this recruitment will be engaged on a need basis as Casual Assignees and will be paid on a per-day or per-shift basis as per the approved rates.

Key highlights of Doordarshan Kendra Guwahati Recruitment 2026:

Doordarshan Kendra Guwahati Vacancy Details 2026

Detailed post-wise information including age limit, essential qualification and remuneration fee is given below.

1. Casual News Reader / News Anchor (Assamese & English)

Age Limit: 21–40 Years

Essential Qualification:

• Degree from a recognized University.
• Proficiency in the language concerned.
• Camera-friendly face with a voice of very good quality suited to broadcasting.
• Correct pronunciation, accent and modulation.
• Knowledge of current regional/Indian and foreign affairs.
• Acquaintance with names of important personalities in the region/India and abroad.

Remuneration Fee:

• ₹1,650 per day per shift — for a single bulletin including language bulletin.
• ₹1,875 per day per shift — for freshers, for multiple bulletins in a shift.
• ₹2,400 per day per shift — for persons with 3 years’ experience, for multiple bulletins in a shift.

2. Assistant News Editor (Editorial Assistant) (Assamese & English)

Age Limit: 25–50 Years

Essential Qualification:

• Degree from a recognized University.
• Degree/Diploma in Journalism from a recognized university.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience of work relating to news broadcasting/news organization.

Remuneration Fee: ₹2,400 per day per shift.

3. Assistant Website Editor

Age Limit: 21–50 Years

Essential Qualification:

• Degree from a recognized University.
• Degree/Diploma in Journalism/Mass Communication from a recognized university.

Remuneration Fee: ₹2,100 per day per shift.

4. Broadcast Assistant

Age Limit: 21–50 Years

Essential Qualification:

• Degree from a recognized University.
• Degree/Diploma in TV & Radio Production from a recognized university.

Remuneration Fee: ₹1,500 per day.

5. Video Editor

Age Limit: 21–50 Years

Essential Qualification:

• 10+2 from a recognized Board.
• Degree/Diploma in Film & Video Editing from a recognized university.
• 2 years’ experience in the relevant field.

Remuneration Fee: ₹1,500 per day.

6. CG Operator

Age Limit: 21–50 Years

Essential Qualification:

• 10+2 from a recognized Board.
• Certificate in Computer Application.

Remuneration Fee: ₹1,125 per day per shift.

7. Stenographer (Assamese)

Name of Post: Stenographer (Assamese)

Age Limit: 21–50 Years

Essential Qualification:

• 10+2 from a recognized Board.
• Speed of 80 words per minute in shorthand and 40 words per minute in computer typing.

Remuneration Fee: ₹1,275 per day per shift.

How to Apply for DDK Guwahati Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates should submit their applications in the prescribed format provided in Annexure-A, along with self-attested copies of the required documents, including educational qualification certificates, age proof, proof of residence, experience certificates and other relevant documents.

The completed application should be sent to the following address:

RNU Head
Doordarshan Kendra
R.G. Baruah Road
Guwahati – 781024.

Candidates should send the application in an envelope clearly mentioning:
“Empanelment of __________ (Name of the Position) for RNU, DDK, Guwahati”

The application must reach the above address within one month from the date of publication of the notification on the website.

Candidates who wish to provide additional details about their qualifications or experience may also attach a separate, detailed CV. However, submission of the prescribed application format is mandatory.

It is advisable to send the application well before the last date through Registered Post or Speed Post and keep a photocopy of the complete application set for personal records. Incomplete applications or those received after the deadline will not be considered.

Important Dates of DDK Guwahati Recruitment 2026

Candidates must ensure that their application reaches the office of RNU Head, DDK Guwahati on or before the last date.

Important Web-Links of DDK Guwahati Vacancy

Candidates are requested to download the official notification and prescribed application format from the official website before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) of DDK Guwahati Recruitment