Akashvani Dehradun, the Dehradun station of Prasar Bharati, India's public service broadcaster, has notified recruitment for a single Part-Time Correspondent post for Pauri district in Uttarakhand. The engagement is on a contractual retainership basis under the Revised Scheme for Engagement of PTCs. The role involves gathering and filing news from the district for Akashvani's regional news unit, making it suitable for candidates with a journalistic background living near the Pauri district headquarters.
Akashvani Dehradun Part Time Correspondent Recruitment 2026
Posted 13 Oct 2026Updated 13 Oct 2026DDN(RNU)/PTC/2026-27
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About Akashvani Dehradun Part Time Correspondent Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Akashvani Dehradun
- Advertisement No.
- DDN(RNU)/PTC/2026-27
- Post Name
- Part-Time Correspondent (PTC)
- Job Location
- Pauri, Uttarakhand
- Who Can Apply
- Only residents of Uttarakhand (Must reside at the district headquarters or within a radius of 10 km from the district headquarters/municipal limit in the district for which the candidate is being engaged)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- 24–50 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Two years of journalistic experience for candidates applying on the basis of graduation; not required for those with a PG Diploma/Degree in Journalism/Mass Media.
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 10,000 per month (including conveyance and telephone charges)
- Tenure
- Contractual retainership, monitored for three months with monthly renewal, then a yearly contract up to 60 years of age
Vacancy Breakdown
Part-Time Correspondent (PTC)
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Part-Time Correspondent (PTC) | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Part-Time Correspondent (PTC)
PG Diploma/Degree in Journalism/Mass Media or graduation with a minimum of two years of journalistic experience.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Part-Time Correspondent (PTC) | PG Diploma/Degree in Journalism/Mass Media or graduation with a minimum of two years of journalistic experience. |
Age Limit
24 to 50 years as on the last date of the advertisement (31 October 2026)
Selection Process
- 1Interview
Candidates are assessed on qualifications and professional experience, knowledge of the district and state, current affairs, awareness of Central Government welfare schemes, familiarity with radio news, journalistic aptitude and writing skills, and familiarity with communication technologies.
- 2Performance Monitoring
Performance is monitored for three months with the contract renewed monthly; a yearly contract may be offered if performance is satisfactory.
Salary Structure
Rs. 10,000 per month (including conveyance and telephone charges)
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed application proforma from the Prasar Bharati vacancies page
- 2Fill in the proforma with personal details, educational qualifications and work experience
- 3Attach self-attested copies of age proof, address proof, qualification and experience certificates and one recent photograph
- 4Send the completed application by registered post to The Head of Office Akashvani, Dehradun P.O. Ajabpur Kalan - 248001
- 5Make sure the application reaches the office on or before 31 October 2026
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Self-attested age proof (Aadhaar
•SSLC certificate
•PAN card or driving licence/photo ID)
•Self-attested address proof
•Self-attested copies of degree
•PG diploma and experience certificates
•One recent photograph
Important Details
- Candidates already in Central or State Government or Union Territory Administration service, or employed by a Public Sector Undertaking, and members of any political party will not be considered.
- Applicants must reside at the Pauri district headquarters or within 10 km of the district headquarters/municipal limit, must have knowledge of computers and word processing, and must possess news-gathering devices.
- Remuneration is calculated as per NSD Circular No. RNU/PTC Guidelines/Modification/2022/1152 dated 28 August 2024, subject to satisfactory performance certified by the RNU Head, Akashvani, Dehradun.
Desirable Qualification
- Experience in covering news for electronic media
Application Proforma Details
- Name, father's name, permanent and present address, date of birth, mobile number and email
- Educational qualifications with board/university and percentage of marks for SSLC, Higher Secondary (+2), Graduation, Post-Graduation and Journalism
- Work experience with organisation, nature of job and period
- Whether the candidate has knowledge of computers, can send news stories electronically, has a video camera for television coverage and has experience in audio/visual coverage
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0135-2974454, 7037888643
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Part-Time Correspondent post permanent?
No. Engagement is on a contractual retainership basis, monitored for three months with monthly renewal and then a yearly contract on satisfactory performance until the candidate turns 60.
Who cannot apply for the PTC post?
People already serving in Central or State Government or Union Territory administration, employees of a Public Sector Undertaking, and members of any political party are not considered.
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