The Doordarshan Kolkata recruitment notice (No. DDK/KOL/PROG/CA/2026-27, dated 29 September 2026) invites applications to form a panel of casual assignees in 9 categories. The notice is on prasarbharati.gov.in. Candidates must apply only through a Google Form on or before 16 October 2026, 06:00 PM. The notice states that this work is not employment.
The notice lists 9 categories, from Archive Assistant to Broadcast Assistant (Commercial), with a pay rate per assignment for each. Doordarshan Kendra (DDK) Kolkata will call empanelled candidates on an as and when required basis. A category-wise breakdown follows. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official Doordarshan Kendra, Kolkata notice No. DDK/KOL/PROG/CA/2026-27 dated 29 September 2026.
Last verified: 1 October 2026.
Doordarshan Kendra Kolkata is forming a panel of casual assignees in 9 categories through Notice No. DDK/KOL/PROG/CA/2026-27. The last date to apply is 16 October 2026, 06:00 PM, through a Google Form only. Shortlisted candidates may face a skill test, a written test or a personality test, depending on the category.
Quick Summary of Doordarshan Kolkata Recruitment 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Doordarshan Kendra, Kolkata (Prasar Bharati) |
| Notice | No. DDK/KOL/PROG/CA/2026-27, dated 29 September 2026 |
| Work type | Casual assignments, as and when required |
| Categories | 9 |
| Pay | ₹2,000 to ₹5,000 per assignment, by category |
| Booking limit | Up to 7 assignments a month, 84 a year |
| Age | 21 to 40 years as on date of notification |
| Qualification | Set category by category |
| Selection | Scrutiny, then a skill, written or personality test |
| Place | Doordarshan Kendra, Kolkata |
| Application mode | Google Form only |
| Last date | 16 October 2026, 06:00 PM |
| Language | Proficiency in Bengali and English (Archive Assistant). Typing at least 30 words per minute in Bengali (C. G. Operator) |
Place of assignment and how the categories compare
Assignments under the Doordarshan Kolkata recruitment are with Doordarshan Kendra, Kolkata, at 18/3 Uday Sankar Sarani, Golf Green, Kolkata 700095. The Video Assistant category covers shooting and recording programmes in or outside the studio, under the supervision of Producers.
Bengali matters in two categories. Archive Assistant needs proficiency in Bengali and English. C. G. Operator needs Bengali typing and creates scroll messages in Bengali.
Pay per assignment runs from ₹2,000 for C. G. Operator to ₹5,000 for Video Assistant. Post Production Assistant (Graphics) pays ₹4,500, the second highest rate. Three categories pay ₹3,000, and two pay ₹2,500.
Candidates from Kolkata and nearby districts can reach the Kendra by road, rail or metro. The site lists more West Bengal jobs.
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
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Important dates
The Doordarshan Kolkata recruitment notice sets one application deadline, and it carries a time. Applications close at 06:00 PM on the last date.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice date | 29 September 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 16 October 2026, 06:00 PM |
| Age counted as on | Date of notification |
Categories, nature of work and pay
The Doordarshan Kolkata recruitment lists 9 categories, and the table shows one row for each.
| Category | Nature of work | Pay per assignment |
|---|---|---|
| Archive Assistant | Assist in all kinds of content archiving and related official work | ₹2,500 |
| Post Production Assistant (Graphics) | Create graphics and animated templates for programmes and News | ₹4,500 |
| Post Production Assistant (Editing) | Edit regular programmes and promos | ₹3,500 |
| Video Assistant | Shoot and record programmes in or outside studio | ₹5,000 |
| Social Media Editor | Handle all social media platforms and create content for them | ₹3,000 |
| C. G. Operator | Create online graphic templates and scroll messages in Bengali | ₹2,000 |
| Resource Person (Programme) | Assist in all kinds of programme production and related official work | ₹3,000 |
| Resource Person (Lighting Assistant) | Assist cameraperson in shooting and adjusting lighting arrangement | ₹3,000 |
| Broadcast Assistant (Commercial) | Assist in accounts and commercial related work | ₹2,500 |
Every category has the same limits. The Kendra can book a candidate for up to 7 assignments a month and 84 in a year, as per requirement.
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Eligibility by category
Eligibility for the Doordarshan Kolkata recruitment differs for each category. Two categories set a language rule.
Archive Assistant needs proficiency in Bengali and English. C. G. Operator needs typing abilities of at least 30 words per minute in Bengali.
The age limit is 21 to 40 years as on date of notification for all 9 categories. Candidates can check their age with the age calculator tool.
Archive Assistant
- Required: Graduation from a recognized university, proficiency in Computer (MS Excel), and proficiency in Bengali and English.
- Desirable: One year of experience in broadcasting or electronic/digital media/digital archive related work.
Post Production Assistant (Graphics)
- Required: Degree or Diploma in Multimedia Animation / Motion Graphics.
- Desirable: Two years of experience in TV, Doordarshan or video programme production.
Post Production Assistant (Editing)
- Required: Professional degree or diploma in video editing from a recognized university or institute. Candidates must be well-versed with the latest software, for example Da Vinci.
- Desirable: Two years of experience for TV or Doordarshan programmes.
Video Assistant
- Required: Professional degree or diploma in Videography / Motion Picture Photography from a recognized university or institute.
- Desirable: Two years of experience for TV or Doordarshan programmes.
Social Media Editor
- Required: Graduation, plus a degree or diploma in Media Science, Multimedia & Animation, or Digital Marketing (online or offline).
- Required: One year of experience in professional social media page handling or digital marketing in any media house.
- Desirable: Knowledge of SEO. The notice gives preference to such candidates.
C. G. Operator
- Required: Graduation from a recognized university and Bengali typing speed of at least 30 words per minute.
- Desirable: A verifiable certificate in Computer Graphics or Graphic Designing (online or offline).
Resource Person (Programme)
- Required: Class XII plus 3 years of experience in TV or Doordarshan programme production and co-ordination.
- Or: Graduation with a professional diploma in Radio & TV Programme Production, Mass Communication or Journalism.
- Desirable: Experience in studio floor management.
Resource Person (Lighting Assistant)
- Required: Class XII plus 3 years of experience in TV or Doordarshan programme production and co-ordination.
- Or: Graduation with a professional diploma in Radio & TV Programme Production, Mass Communication or Journalism.
- In addition: Experience in the Film or TV industry in lighting arrangement.
Broadcast Assistant (Commercial)
- Required: Graduation in Commerce from a recognized university and computer proficiency.
- Desirable: One year of experience in accounts, and sound knowledge of Advance Excel and Tally software.
A candidate can apply for only one category. The notice treats double applications as rejected.
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Selection process in Doordarshan Kolkata recruitment
DDK Kolkata will scrutinise the applications and call shortlisted candidates for the next stage. A constituted selection committee makes the selection.
- Candidates apply through the Google Form with their documents.
- The Kendra scrutinises and screens the applications.
- Shortlisted candidates are called for the next stage, which may be a skill test, a written test or a personality test.
- Successful candidates join a panel of casual assignees.
- The Kendra invites panel members for assignments as and when programmes need them.
The notice leaves the choice of test to each category, as the Kendra finds feasible. Canvassing in any form is strictly prohibited and makes a candidate ineligible for selection.
Terms of assignment
The Doordarshan Kolkata recruitment notice sets out the following terms for empanelled candidates.
- This is not, and will not be, an employment.
- Assignments come strictly as and when required. They depend on programme needs and the candidate’s availability on the date and time.
- One assignment may take up to 2 to 3 days.
- Candidates have no right to demand booking beyond the period assigned, and no fixed number of bookings.
- Candidates may continue or take up regular or temporary employment elsewhere, or be self-employed.
- Candidates may decline an assignment. Once a candidate accepts one, the candidate must complete it.
- Candidates must give consent in advance for performing an assignment.
- Doordarshan can reject any application without giving a reason. The decision of the Selection Committee is final and irrevocable.
Payment follows Prasar Bharati instructions. Empanelment gives no right to regular bookings and no advantage in selection to any regular post in the organisation.
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How to apply for Doordarshan Kolkata Recruitment 2026
- Choose one category that matches the candidate’s qualification. Double applications are rejected.
- Keep scanned copies of the required documents ready.
- Open the Google Form from the link in the Important Links table below.
- Fill in the form in the prescribed format and attach the document copies.
- Submit the form on or before 16 October 2026, 06:00 PM.
No other mode of application is considered.
Documents to keep ready
- Certificates of educational qualifications
- Certificates of desirable qualification, if held
- Age proof
- Experience certificate
Important Links
| Details | Link |
|---|---|
| Official notice (PDF) | Download Doordarshan Kolkata notice PDF |
| Application form | Apply through the DDK Kolkata Google Form |
| More jobs | Latest jobs in India |
Should you apply?
This Doordarshan Kolkata recruitment panel suits candidates who want paid media work in Kolkata alongside another job, studies or freelance work. The notice allows candidates to hold other employment or be self-employed, and to decline any assignment they cannot take.
It does not suit candidates who need a fixed monthly income. The Kendra promises no fixed number of bookings, and the limit is 7 assignments a month. Empanelment gives no right to a regular post.
Shortlisting follows scrutiny and a test, so meeting the minimum qualification does not guarantee a call. Categories with a diploma requirement, such as Video Assistant and Post Production Assistant (Editing), need that exact diploma. Several categories also name TV or Doordarshan programme experience as desirable, which can help in screening.
Candidates who want a permanent post can also look at current government job openings. Anyone who applies should treat the panel as casual assignment work only.
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for Doordarshan Kolkata recruitment 2026?
The last date is 16 October 2026, up to 06:00 PM. Applications are accepted only through the Google Form given in the notice. No other mode of application is considered.
Is the DDK Kolkata assignee panel a permanent job?
No. The notice states that this is not, and will not be, an employment. Empanelment gives no right to regular bookings or to any regular post in the organisation. Candidates are booked only as and when required.
Which category pays the most per assignment in Doordarshan Kolkata recruitment?
Video Assistant pays the most at ₹5,000 per assignment. Post Production Assistant (Graphics) follows at ₹4,500, and Post Production Assistant (Editing) at ₹3,500. C. G. Operator pays the least at ₹2,000.
Can I apply for more than one category at DDK Kolkata?
No. A candidate can apply for only one category. The notice treats double applications as rejected, so candidates should pick the category that fits their qualification and experience.
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