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Prasar Bharati Recruitment 2026: 03 Part-Time Correspondent (PTC) Vacancies in Kerala and Lakshadweep
Required Qualification
Important Dates
Published
Dec. 31, 2025
Starts
Dec. 31, 2025
Deadline
Jan. 31, 2026
Exam Date
TBA
Prasar Bharati (Broadcasting Corporation of India) Akashvani Chennai
Job Analysis
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Best-Fit Profile
Ideal for local journalists or media graduates residing in Kottayam, Ernakulam, or Lakshadweep who possess their own news-gathering equipment and have a strong pulse on local district affairs.
Important Considerations
Not suitable for those already in government service (Central/State/PSU), active members of political parties, or individuals residing outside a 10km radius of the district headquarters.
Career Impact
While the role is part-time and contractual, it offers the prestige of working for India's national broadcaster and is excellent for building a portfolio in public service journalism.
Note: This is a helpful, AI-generated overview designed to save you time. Always refer to the official PDF notification for complete and final details.
About Prasar Bharati (Broadcasting Corporation of India) Akashvani Chennai
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Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- PG Diploma or Degree in Journalism or Mass Media OR
- Any Graduation degree accompanied by a minimum of 2 years of journalistic experience.
- Knowledge of computer and word processing is essential.
- Possession of news gathering devices is required.
Age Limit Details
Candidates must be between 24 and 50 years of age as on the last date of the advertisement (January 31, 2026).
Salary & Pay Scale
The monthly remuneration is calculated as per the NSD Guidelines dated 28.08.2024. The average monthly pay is approximately Rs. 9,250/-, which includes allowances for conveyance and telephone charges.
Vacancy Breakdown (Category-wise)
- Kottayam District1
- Ernakulam District1
- UT Lakshadweep1
How to Apply
- Interested candidates should apply using the prescribed proforma attached to the notification.
- Enclose self-attested copies of documents proving age (Aadhar/SSLC/Pancard), address, and educational/experience certificates.
- Attach one recent passport-size photograph to the application form.
- The completed application must reach the following address by 31st January 2026:
- Head of Office, Akashvani, Vazhuthacaud P.O., Thiruvananthapuram – 695014.
Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
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Job Analysis
AI-generated insights
Best-Fit Profile
Ideal for local journalists or media graduates residing in Kottayam, Ernakulam, or Lakshadweep who possess their own news-gathering equipment and have a strong pulse on local district affairs.
Important Considerations
Not suitable for those already in government service (Central/State/PSU), active members of political parties, or individuals residing outside a 10km radius of the district headquarters.
Career Impact
While the role is part-time and contractual, it offers the prestige of working for India's national broadcaster and is excellent for building a portfolio in public service journalism.
Note: This is a helpful, AI-generated overview designed to save you time. Always refer to the official PDF notification for complete and final details.
Official Links
Prepare Your Application Documents
🔒 100% Secure & In-Browser: Filling out the application form? Use these free utilities to easily format and compress your uploads. All tools process files locally in your browser—nothing is ever uploaded to our servers.
Smart Image Resizer
Compress photo/signature to exact KB limits (e.g. 20-50KB) for SSC, UPSC.
Passport Photo Maker
Crop and tile photos into printable A4 or 4x6 sheet grids.
Signature Extractor
Remove gray shadows & shadows from signature photos.
Image to PDF Combiner
Merge multiple marksheets/certificates into a single lightweight PDF.
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