Prasar Bharati Recruitment 2025

Organization Details

• Organization (English): Prasar Bharati – India’s Public Service Broadcaster
• Organization (Hindi): प्रसार भारती – भारत का सार्वजनिक सेवा प्रसारक
• Unit: Regional News Unit, All India Radio (Akashvani Bhavan)
• Location: Shivajinagar, Pune – 411005, Maharashtra, India

Position Information

• Designation (English): Casual Reporter (Marathi)
• Designation (Hindi): आकस्मिक पत्रकार (मराठी)
• Employment Type: Casual / Assignment Based (Maximum 6 assignments/month or 72/year)
• Base Salary: Paid per assignment (exact amount not specified)

Important Dates

Application Process

1. Download and fill the prescribed application form from the official notification PDF.
2. Send the completed form via Speed Post or Registered Post to:
   Head of Office, Regional News Unit,
   Akashvani Bhavan, Shivajinagar,
   Pune – 411005
3. The envelope must be superscribed with: “Casual Reporter Application for RNU”
4. Attach all required documents and photographs.
5. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the test or interview.

Eligibility Criteria

• Essential: Graduate from a recognized university; proficiency in Marathi and English; basic computer knowledge.
• Desirable:
  • Journalism degree or one-year postgraduate diploma
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in print/electronic media
  • Marathi typing skills
  • Experience in Marathi news production for radio or television

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 21 years
• Maximum Age: 50 years (as on 20 July 2025)

Reservation & Application Fee

Payment Mode: Demand Draft in favour of “Drawing and Disbursing Officer, All India Radio, Pune – 411005”

Note: Application fee is non-refundable. Concession applicable only upon submission of valid caste certificate.

Selection Process

• Written Test – 100 Marks (Minimum 50 marks to qualify)
• Interview – 100 Marks (Only shortlisted candidates will be called)
• Venue: Akashvani Bhavan, Pune

Required Documents

• Duly filled application form
• Proof of Date of Birth
• Educational qualification certificates
• Residence proof
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• No Objection Certificate (if employed in Govt./Autonomous body)
• Two passport-sized photographs
• Demand Draft for application fee

Contact Information

• Helpline Number: 020‑25510506
• Availability: Monday to Saturday, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Official Links

• Official Website
• Vacancy Portal
• Official Notification PDF

Additional Information

• This is an empanelment drive and does not guarantee regular employment.
• Only Marathi language reporters will be considered for this panel.
• Existing casual reporters must reapply for empanelment.
• Maximum assignments allowed are 6 per month and 72 per year.