AIR Casual News Editor Recruitment 2026

All India Radio (AIR), New Delhi, is making a casual panel of Hindi News Editors and Newsreaders. This is the AIR Casual News Editor Recruitment 2026 notice. Only Delhi and NCR residents can apply. Send the form by 21 October 2026, 6:00 PM.

AIR Casual News Editor Recruitment 2026 Job Overview

AIR Casual News Editor Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Application Fee

AIR Casual News Editor Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

Note: This is a casual panel, not a regular job. Work is usually up to six days a month.

Eligibility: Qualification and Age Limit

Casual News Editor (Hindi)

• Graduate from a recognised university.
• Degree or one year PG Diploma in Hindi Journalism or Mass Communication.
• Or 5 years of reporting or editing in print or electronic media.
• Good command of Hindi.
• Desirable: media experience, basic computer and Hindi typing.

Casual Newsreader-cum-Translator (Hindi)

• Graduate from a recognised university.
• Good command of Hindi.
• A good voice and presentation skills.
• Desirable: media experience, basic computer and Hindi typing.

Age and residence

• 21 to 50 years for both posts.
• Must live in Delhi or NCR.

Salary Details

Selection Process

1. Written test of 100 marks, 3 hours long.
2. Candidates with 50 or more marks go to the next stage.
3. News Editor: interview of 100 marks.
4. Newsreader: voice test and interview of 100 marks.
5. Those with 50 or more are empanelled after DG (News) approval.

Documents Required

• Application in the prescribed format.
• Degree and journalism certificates.
• Experience certificates, if any.
• Fee proof: DD or online payment with UTR.
• NOC for government or autonomous body employees.

How to Apply: Step by Step

1. Pay ₹354 (General) or ₹266 (SC, ST, OBC) by DD to ‘PB:DG (News), NSD, AIR, New Delhi’.
2. Or pay online to SBI A/c 11084233458, IFSC SBIN0070691, and note the UTR.
3. Fill the prescribed form and attach documents and fee proof.
4. Write the post name on the envelope as given in the notice.
5. Send it to the Senior Administrative Officer, Room 221, New Broadcasting House, Parliament Street, New Delhi-110001.
6. It must reach by 6:00 PM on 21 October 2026.

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Casual work gives no right to a regular job.
• Work is usually not more than six days a month.
• The test, voice test and interview are held in Delhi.
• No TA or DA is paid.
• Results appear on www.newsonair.gov.in.

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FAQs: AIR Casual News Editor Recruitment 2026

Q1. What is the last date for AIR Casual News Editor Recruitment 2026?

The form must reach by 6:00 PM on 21 October 2026.

Q2. Which posts are open?

Casual News Editor (Hindi) and Casual Newsreader-cum-Translator (Hindi).

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Q3. Who can apply?

Graduates aged 21 to 50 living in Delhi or NCR.

Q4. What is the fee?

₹354 for General and ₹266 for SC, ST and OBC.

Q5. Is this a permanent job?

No. It is a casual panel with work up to six days a month.

Q6. What is the selection process?

A written test, then an interview or voice test.

Q7. What are the passing marks?

50 or more out of 100 in each stage.

Q8. Is the pay mentioned?

No. The notice does not give the pay.

Q9. Where do I send the form?

Room 221, New Broadcasting House, Parliament Street, New Delhi.

Q10. Where will results come?

On www.newsonair.gov.in.