Akashvani Delhi invites applications for the Newsreader-cum-Translator (Urdu) post on a casual assignment basis. Eligible candidates must apply offline by 23 November 2026. Selection involves a written test, voice test, and interview.
| Post | Vacancies | Nature of Engagement |
|---|---|---|
| Newsreader-cum-Translator (Urdu) | 1 (the notice does not print a number) | Casual assignment basis |
| Category | Fee (non-refundable) |
|---|---|
| General category | Rs.354/- (including GST) |
| SC/ST/OBC | Rs.266/- (including GST) |
Graduate from a recognized university.
Diploma/Degree in Journalism/Mass Communication from a recognised institution/University.
Proficiency in English and Urdu language.
A voice suited to broadcasting.
Updated
by Sivasankari Sekar Officially Verified
The News Services Division (NSD) of Akashvani, New Delhi, is inviting applications from graduates who know both English and Urdu for engagement as Newsreader-cum-Translator (Urdu) on a casual assignment basis. Only candidates of Indian origin who live in Delhi and the NCR area can apply. The application must be sent in the prescribed proforma and reach the NSD office in New Delhi by 6 pm on 23 November 2026. Selection is through a written test in Urdu, followed by a voice test and interview.
The official notification does not specify the pay.
Prasar Bharati calls itself India's public service broadcaster. Its News Services Division: Akashvani is based in New Delhi and prepares and broadcasts radio news. The Urdu unit of the division is filling this post.
The job is to translate news stories and news-based text from English to Urdu and from Urdu to English, and to read the news bulletins. Candidates who pass the selection are recommended for empanelment. The Head of Office, Director General (News), approves the empanelment.
Interested candidates of Indian origin who live in Delhi and the NCR area.
Applicants must be at least 21 years old and no older than 50 years.
Candidates who work in Government or autonomous bodies must get a No Objection Certificate from their employer. For the complete eligibility conditions of the post, check the official notification.
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The fee is not refunded if your application is rejected.
There are two stages of selection. Both test your professional competence and your knowledge of Urdu. All tests and interviews are held in Delhi.
Candidates who score 50 or more in the written test are called for the voice test. The Selection Committee recommends for empanelment those who score 50 or more in the voice test and interview. Only shortlisted candidates are informed, and they are told by email. The final results are posted on www.newsonair.gov.in.
Applications that arrive late or without enclosures are rejected, and so are those that do not meet the eligibility criteria. The Division is not responsible for applications that arrive late or never arrive. No call letters are sent for the written test or the voice test, so check your email and the website regularly after the closing date. The Competent Authority may reject any application without giving a reason.
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Candidates of Indian origin who live in Delhi and the NCR area, are 21 to 50 years old, and meet the essential qualifications.
Yes. Along with graduation, you need a Diploma/Degree in Journalism/Mass Communication from a recognised institution or university.
No, experience is not required. Two years of journalistic work in Radio/TV/Print is listed only as a desirable qualification, along with a Diploma/Degree in Translation and knowledge of basic computer applications.
All questions must be answered in Urdu. The test lasts three hours and carries 100 marks.
You need 50 or more marks in the written test. To be recommended for empanelment, you then need 50 or more in the voice test and interview.
Send it to the Sr. Administrative Officer, News Services Division, Akashvani, Room No. 221, New Broadcasting House, Parliament Street, New Delhi-110 001. It must reach the office by 6 pm on 23 November 2026.
Transfer it to State Bank of India, Parliament Street New Delhi, Account No. 11084233458, IFSC SBIN0000691, and attach the UTR details to your application.
Bookings are offered according to the organisation's needs. They will not normally exceed six days in a month, and the work gives no right to regularisation.
No. The written test, voice test and interview are held in Delhi, and no TA/DA is paid to candidates who attend them.
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...Read More| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Prasar Bharati, News Services Division: Akashvani, New Delhi |
| Notice number | NSD/URDU-UNIT /NRT/Casual /2026 |
| Post | Newsreader-cum-Translator (Urdu), casual assignment basis |
| Total vacancies | 1 (the notice does not print a number of vacancies) |
| Age limit | 21 to 50 years |
| Application fee | Rs.354/- (General), Rs.266/- (SC/ST/OBC) |
| How to apply | Offline, by sending the prescribed proforma to the NSD office in New Delhi |
| Notice date | 28.10.2026 |
| Last date | 23.11.2026 (6 pm) |
| Website | NSD: Akashvani website |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice date | 28.10.2026 |
| Last date for receipt of applications | 23.11.2026 (6 pm) |
| Written test time, date and venue | To be sent by email and posted on the NSD: Akashvani website well in advance |
| Stage | Pattern |
|---|---|
| Written test | 100 marks, three hours. Covers translation from English to Urdu and from Urdu to English, short notes on current affairs and general knowledge. All answers must be written in Urdu. |
| Voice test and interview | 100 marks. The voice test checks voice quality, modulation, diction, pronunciation and accent. It may be followed by an interview with the Selection Committee to judge your suitability for radio news. |
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Official notification and application proforma (PDF) | Akashvani Urdu Newsreader notification (PDF) |
| NSD: Akashvani website (eligible list, test details, results) | newsonair.gov.in |
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The last date to submit the offline application is 23 November 2026 by 6 pm.
The fee is Rs. 354 for General category and Rs. 266 for SC/ST/OBC, payable via bank draft or online transfer.
Candidates must be graduates with proficiency in English and Urdu, a diploma/degree in Journalism/Mass Communication, and a voice suited for broadcasting.
Selection includes a written test, voice test, and interview, all conducted in Delhi.
Applications must be submitted offline in the prescribed proforma to the NSD office in New Delhi.
Always verify details on the official notification before applying.
