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CLOSING SOON 01KZQQ6JXN8FJ87G46P1PBFDY1 Published 11 Aug 2026

Casual Newsreader-cum-Translator (Balti)

Empanelment for Balti-language casual assignments on an “as and when” requirement basis in Regional News Unit, Aksahvani Srinagar.

Recruiting body Prasar Bharati · current status Closing soon

01 At a glance

Recruiting bodyPrasar Bharati
Job reference01KZQQ6JXN8FJ87G46P1PBFDY1
VacanciesNot specified
QualificationGraduation from any UGC-recognised university.
LocationInterested candidates must reside in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.; Regional News Unit, Aksahvani Srinagar.
EmploymentNot specified
Applications close15 Aug 2026, 10:30 PM IST

About this post

Empanelment for Balti-language casual assignments on an “as and when” requirement basis in Regional News Unit, Aksahvani Srinagar.

Qualification
  • Graduation from any UGC-recognised university.
  • Proficiency in reading, writing and translating English/Urdu text into Balti language and a voice of good quality suited to broadcasting standards.
Nature of engagement

Purely on Casual Assignment and “as and when” requirement basis.

General-category processing fee

Rs.354

SC/ST/OBC processing fee

Nil

Fee refundability and payment instrument

The processing fee is non-refundable and must be paid through a Bank Demand Draft payable in favour of “Drawing and Disbursing Officer, Akashvani, Srinagar”.

Applicant declaration

The applicant declares that all statements are true and correct to the best of their knowledge and belief; false, incorrect or incomplete information, or ineligibility due to non-fulfillment of eligibility criteria, may cause candidature to be cancelled or rejected at any stage without notice.

Application mode

Prescribed-format application submitted to the office

Important dates

  • Last date and time for receipt of applications — by or before August 15, 2026 (upto 5:00 PM)Aug 15, 2026

02 Vacancies

Total vacancies: Not specified

A category-wise breakdown is not available for this post.

03 Eligibility requirements

Education

QualificationGraduation from any UGC-recognised university.
QualificationProficiency in reading, writing and translating English/Urdu text into Balti language and a voice of good quality suited to broadcasting standards.

Age and relaxation

StatusNot specified in the current record

Experience and other rules

StatusNot specified in the current record

Pay and fees

PaySee the official notification
Application feeSee the official notification

Selection process

  • Written testWritten test
  • Voice TestVoice Test

04 How to apply

Complete before15 Aug 2026, 10:30 PM IST
Application route1 official portal

Complete every required step in sequence. A portal registration alone may not complete the application.

Follow these steps in order

  1. 01
    Submission address and deadline

    The application should reach the office of Head of News, Regional News Unit, Aksahvani Srinagar by or before August 15, 2026 (upto 5:00 PM).

  2. 02
    Documents and processing fee

    Submit the requisite documents with the non-refundable processing fee through a Bank Demand Draft payable in favour of “Drawing and Disbursing Officer, Akashvani, Srinagar” within the stipulated time.

  3. 03
    Application form enclosures

    Enclose proof of date of birth and copies of qualifications; where applicable, the form also requests copies for work experience and present employment.

Official application routes

Use the route specified for your apprentice or qualification group.

Who should use itOfficial URL printed in notificationEstablishment ID
Candidates downloading the detailed advertisement and prescribed application formathttps://prasarbharati.gov.in/pbvacancies/

Before final submissionRecheck your category, qualification, marks, contact details and uploaded documents. Use only the verified official routes shown on this page.

Important official conditions

Condition

Nature of engagementPurely on Casual Assignment and “as and when” requirement basis.
General-category processing feeRs.354
SC/ST/OBC processing feeNil
Fee refundability and payment instrumentThe processing fee is non-refundable and must be paid through a Bank Demand Draft payable in favour of “Drawing and Disbursing Officer, Akashvani, Srinagar”.
Applicant declarationThe applicant declares that all statements are true and correct to the best of their knowledge and belief; false, incorrect or incomplete information, or ineligibility due to non-fulfillment of eligibility criteria, may cause candidature to be cancelled or rejected at any stage without notice.

Eligibility

Age requirementAge: 21 years and 50 years.
Check eligibility Apply officially