Prasar Bharati Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for Stringer / Cameraman Posts
Prasar Bharati Recruitment 2026 Overview
The Prasar Bharati has released a notification for the recruitment of Stringer / Cameraman Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official website of Prasar Bharati. The last date to submit the application form is 20-02-2026.
Prasar Bharati Stringer / Cameraman Posts Recruitment Details
| Company Name | Post Name | Salary | Qualification | Last Date | Official Website |
|---|
| Prasar Bharati – Doordarshan Kendra Dehradun (Doordarshan Dehradun) | Stringer/Cameraman | Per coverage basis (Rs. 1500 local / Rs. 1800 outstation) | Experience in visuals coverage, cinematography/videography/news gathering/broadcast journalism | 20 February 2026 | prasarbharati.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
Stringers are required for empanelment in the following districts: Dehradun, Haridwar, Roorkee (Haridwar), Tehri, Chamoli, Pauri, Kotdwar (Pauri), Almora, Sult (Almora), Bageshwar, Champawat, Nainital, and Udhamsingh Nagar.
Eligibility Criteria
- Proprietor, Partnership firm, corporate body/Organization with experience in visuals coverage.
- Applicants equipped with four-wheel vehicles preferred.
- Qualification, experience and expertise in cinematography/videography/news gathering/broadcast journalism.
- Adequate facilities and equipment to undertake coverages (DVC-Pro/DV-CAM/CCD/Mini DV acceptable).
- Copies of proof of Academic and Technical qualifications, Experience and Equipment ownership to be submitted.
- Physical verification of equipments and documents will be done.
Salary/ Stipend
| Local Coverage | Outstation Coverage |
|---|
| Rs. 1500 per coverage (inclusive of transportation and delivery charges) | Rs. 1800 irrespective of length of footage or usage (inclusive of transportation and delivery charges) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | Rs. 1180 (including 18% GST) |
Important Dates
| Last Date for Submission of Application | 20 February 2026 |
|---|
Selection Process
- Selection and Empanelment Committee constituted (5-member committee including RNU In-Charge, Engineer in-Charge, Senior Producer, Administrative Officer, and outside expert).
- Preliminary Scrutiny to shortlist applicants.
- Test coverage by short-listed applicants (two test coverages using own equipment).
- Interview.
- Verification of equipment and documents (physical verification).
- Final panel based on assessment scale, interview, and test coverage quality.
- Selected Stringers to sign contract.
How to Apply
- Applications in prescribed format submitted in triplicate.
- Supported with Demand Draft of Rs. 1180 (including 18% GST) non-refundable processing fee.
- Enclose attested copies of certificates for qualifications, experience, equipment etc.
- In sealed cover superscribed ‘Empanelment of Stringers of DD News’.
- Submit on or before 20 February 2026 to: Head, Regional News Unit, Doordarshan Kendra, Near Rispana Pul, Haridwar Bypass Road, Dehradun.
Prasar Bharati Stringer / CameramanImportant Links
Prasar Bharati Stringer / Cameraman Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
- Q1. What is the last date to apply for Doordarshan Dehradun Stringer empanelment?
- 20 February 2026
- Q2. What is the application processing fee for Stringer empanelment?
- Rs. 1180/- (including 18% GST)
- Q3. What is the payment rate for local Stringer coverage?
- Rs. 1500 per coverage (inclusive of transportation and delivery charges)
- Q4. Where is the application to be submitted for Doordarshan Dehradun Stringer empanelment?
- Head, Regional News Unit, Doordarshan Kendra, Near Rispana Pul, Haridwar Bypass Road, Dehradun
- Q5. What are the main grounds for removal from the Stringer panel?
- Refusal to cover assignments (two or more times), poor content or technical quality, delay, sub-contracting, cartel system, incorrect information, or acts causing embarrassment to Prasar Bharati