Regional News Unit, Doordarshan Kendra, Guwahati
— Prasar Bharati
Overview of RNU Guwahati Casual Assignee Recruitment 2026
The Regional News Unit (RNU), Doordarshan Kendra, Guwahati has issued notification no. RNU/GUW/CE/26-27 dated 24 August 2026, inviting applications for the empanelment of Casual Assignees across seven distinct professional categories. This is an offline recruitment drive for residents of Assam to serve as casual staff for news and media operations in Guwahati.
Vacancy Details and Categories
The empanelment is open for the following roles. Please note that the exact number of vacancies is not disclosed in the official notice.
| Category |
|---|
| Casual News Reader/News Anchor (Assamese & English) |
| Assistant News Editor |
| Assistant Website Editor |
| Broadcast Assistant |
| Video Editor |
| CG Operator |
| Stenographer (Assamese) |
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be of Indian origin and currently residing in Assam. Qualifications vary by role:
- News Anchor: Graduate with proficiency in the concerned language, good voice modulation, and news sense.
- Assistant News Editor: Graduate with a Degree/Diploma in Journalism and 3 years of relevant experience.
- Video Editor: 10+2 qualification with a Degree/Diploma in Film & Video Editing and 2 years of experience.
- Stenographer: 10+2 with shorthand speed of 80 w.p.m. and computer typing of 40 w.p.m.
Age Limits and Compensation
The age limit for News Anchors is 21 to 40 years. For all other positions, candidates must be aged between 21 and 50 years. Compensation is offered on a per-day or per-shift basis, ranging from Rs. 1,125 to Rs. 2,400 depending on the specific post and experience level. Note that this is a casual empanelment and does not guarantee regular employment.
Steps to Apply for RNU Guwahati Recruitment 2026
- Download the official application format from the provided notification PDF.
- Fill out the form with accurate personal and professional details.
- Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, residence proof, and experience documents.
- Superscribe the envelope as: "Empanelment of [Name of the Position] for RNU, DDK, Guwahati".
- Send the completed application to: RNU Head, Doordarshan Kendra, R.G. Baruah Road, Guwahati – 781024.
Important Instructions
Applications must reach the Guwahati office within one month of the notification publication date (published 24 August 2026). Incomplete applications or those without the required enclosures will be rejected. Canvassing will disqualify candidates.
Prepare application as per annexure, attach documents, and post to RNU Head, Doordarshan Kendra, Guwahati.
