Akashvani Delhi Newsreader cum Translator Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline (1 Posts)
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Prasar Bharati RRU Ahmedabad has released the Akashvani Delhi Newsreader cum Translator Recruitment 2026 notification for 1 post. The last date to apply is 23 November 2026. The application fee is ₹ 354/- (including GST) for General category. Apply only through the official website linked below.
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| Name of post | Akashvani Delhi Newsreader cum Translator Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline (1 Posts) |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Prasar Bharati RRU Ahmedabad |
| Advertisement no. | NSD/URDU-UNIT /NRT/Casual /2026 |
| Job location | Delhi |
| Total vacancies | 1 posts |
| Last date to apply | 23 November 2026 |
| 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. → 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. → 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. |
| Posted on | 28 Oct 2026 |
| Last updated | 28 Oct 2026 |
Read from the official notice. Always confirm dates, fees and eligibility on the official website.
Important Dates
- Notice date28 October 2026
- Last date to apply23 November 2026
- Written test time, date and venueTo be sent by email and posted on the NSD: Akashvani website well in advance
Application Fee
- General category₹ 354/- (including GST)
- SC/ST/OBC₹ 266/- (including GST)
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.
You can pay the fee in one of two ways:
The fee is not refunded if your application is rejected.
Category : Fee (non-refundable)
Transfer it to State Bank of India, Parliament Street New Delhi, Account No. 11084233458, IFSC SBIN0000691, and attach the UTR details to your application.
Age Limit
- Applicants must be at least 21 years old and no older than 50 years.
Total Post
1 Posts
Vacancy Details
| Post name | No. of posts |
|---|---|
| Newsreader-cum-Translator (Urdu) | 1 |
Akashvani Newsreader-cum-Translator (Urdu) Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Prasar Bharati, News Services Division: Akashvani, New Delhi |
| Notice number | NSD/URDU-UNIT /NRT/Casual /2026 |
| Post | Newsreader-cum-Translator (Urdu), casual assignment basis |
| Total vacancies | 1 (the notice does not print a number of vacancies) |
| Age limit | 21 to 50 years |
| Application fee | Rs.354/- (General), Rs.266/- (SC/ST/OBC) |
| How to apply | Offline, by sending the prescribed proforma to the NSD office in New Delhi |
| Notice date | 28.10.2026 |
| Last date | 23.11.2026 (6 pm) |
| Website | NSD: Akashvani website |
- The official notification does not specify the pay.
About Akashvani News Services Division
- Prasar Bharati calls itself India's public service broadcaster. Its News Services Division: Akashvani is based in New Delhi and prepares and broadcasts radio news. The Urdu unit of the division is filling this post.
Akashvani Newsreader-cum-Translator (Urdu) Vacancy Details 2026
- 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.
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Akashvani Newsreader-cum-Translator (Urdu) Eligibility 2026 – Who Can Apply
- Interested candidates of Indian origin who live in Delhi and the NCR area.
Essential Qualification
- Graduate from a recognized university.
- Diploma/Degree in Journalism/Mass Communication from a recognised institution/University.
- Proficiency in English and Urdu language.
- A voice suited to broadcasting.
Desirable Qualification
- Diploma/Degree in Translation from a recognised institution.
- Two years of experience of journalistic work in Radio/TV/Print.
- Knowledge of basic computer applications.
- Candidates who work in Government or autonomous bodies must get a No Objection Certificate from their employer. For the complete eligibility conditions of the post, check the official notification.
Service Conditions
- Working on a casual assignment basis for NSD: Akashvani gives no right to regularisation of service.
- Bookings are offered from time to time, depending on the organisation's needs. They will not normally exceed six days in a month.
- The casual assignee must not take part in any activity that could harm the image of Akashvani/Prasar Bharati. They must also not be linked to any political or other activity that could affect the objectivity and accuracy of Akashvani News.
Documents to Enclose
- Self-attested copies of your educational certificates
- An attested copy of your SC/ST/OBC certificate, if this applies to you
- The bank draft, or the UTR details of your online payment
- A No Objection Certificate from your employer, if you work in a Government or autonomous body
- Applications that arrive late or without enclosures are rejected, and so are those that do not meet the eligibility criteria. The Division is not responsible for applications that arrive late or never arrive. No call letters are sent for the written test or the voice test, so check your email and the website regularly after the closing date. The Competent Authority may reject any application without giving a reason.
More Details
- Selection Process
Mode of Selection
- There are two stages of selection. Both test your professional competence and your knowledge of Urdu. All tests and interviews are held in Delhi.
- 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.
- 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.
How to Apply for Akashvani Newsreader-cum-Translator (Urdu) Recruitment 2026
- 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.
Important Links
| Website (NSD: Akashvani website) | Click Here newsonair.gov.in |
|---|---|
| Akashvani Urdu Newsreader notification (PDF) | Download newsonair.gov.in |
| newsonair.gov.in | Click Here newsonair.gov.in |
| Detail | Information |
| Organisation | Prasar Bharati, News Services Division: Akashvani, New Delhi |
| Notice number | NSD/URDU-UNIT /NRT/Casual /2026 |
| Post | Newsreader-cum-Translator (Urdu), casual assignment basis |
| Total vacancies | 1 (the notice does not print a number of vacancies) |
| Age limit | 21 to 50 years |
| Application fee | Rs.354/- (General), Rs.266/- (SC/ST/OBC) |
| How to apply | Offline, by sending the prescribed proforma to the NSD office in New Delhi |
| Notice date | 28.10.2026 |
| Last date | 23.11.2026 (6 pm) |
| Link | Open |
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to apply for Akashvani Delhi Newsreader cum Translator Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply is 23 November 2026.
How many vacancies are there in Akashvani Delhi Newsreader cum Translator Recruitment 2026?
There are 1 posts in total.
What is the age limit for Akashvani Delhi Newsreader cum Translator Recruitment 2026?
Applicants must be at least 21 years old and no older than 50 years.
What is the application fee for Akashvani Delhi Newsreader cum Translator Recruitment 2026?
General category: ₹ 354/- (including GST); SC/ST/OBC: ₹ 266/- (including GST).
What qualification is needed for Akashvani Delhi Newsreader cum Translator Recruitment 2026?
Interested candidates of Indian origin who live in Delhi and the NCR area. | Graduate from a recognized university. | Diploma/Degree in Journalism/Mass Communication from a recognised institution/University. | Proficiency in English and Urdu language. | A voice suited to broadcasting. | Diploma/Degree in Translation from a recognised institution. | Two years of experience of journalistic work in R…
What is the selection process for Akashvani Delhi Newsreader cum Translator Recruitment 2026?
There are two stages of selection. Both test your professional competence and your knowledge of Urdu. All tests and interviews are held in Delhi, 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, 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.
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