How many vacancies are available?

There is 1 vacancy for Copy Editor.

Where is the Copy Editor post located?

The place of work is RNU, DDK Hyderabad.

What is the qualification for Prasar Bharati Copy Editor?

Candidates need either a degree with a Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism/Mass Communication, or a degree in Journalism/Mass Communication from a recognized University/Institute, along with proficiency in the concerned language.

Prasar Bharati Recruitment 2026: Copy Editor, Apply Online

1. Prasar Bharati Recruitment 2026: Copy Editor, Apply Online – Overview

Prasar Bharati Doordarshan News has invited applications for the contractual engagement of 01 Copy Editor at Regional News Unit (RNU), Doordarshan Kendra (DDK), Hyderabad. The engagement will be on a full-time contract basis for one year. Eligible Indian nationals with the required educational qualification, language proficiency and relevant experience can apply online through the Prasar Bharati application portal.

2. Prasar Bharati Recruitment 2026 – Important Details

Prasar Bharati Recruitment 2026 – Important Details
Field	Details
Organization	Prasar Bharati
Department/Unit	Doordarshan News
Post Name	Copy Editor
Advertisement No.	N1A/2026/11/
Notice Date	23 September 2026
Place of Work	RNU, DDK Hyderabad
Engagement Type	Full-Time Contractual
Duration	One Year
Monthly Remuneration	₹30,000 to ₹35,000
Age Limit	Below 35 years
Application Mode	Online

3. Prasar Bharati Copy Editor Vacancy 2026

Prasar Bharati Copy Editor Vacancy 2026
Field	Details
Post	Copy Editor
Number of Posts	01
Work Location	RNU, DDK Hyderabad

The position is for a contractual engagement with Prasar Bharati Doordarshan News.

4. Educational Qualification

Educational Qualification
Field	Details
Option 1	Degree from a recognized University/Institute along with Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism/Mass Communication.
Option 2	Degree in Journalism/Mass Communication from a recognized University/Institute.

OR

Candidates must also have proficiency in the concerned language.

5. Experience Required

Experience Required
Field	Details
Minimum Experience	3 years' experience in the relevant field

The notice also states that Casual Assignees of Prasar Bharati should submit a self-declaration form.

6. Age Limit

Age Limit
Field	Details
Maximum Age	Below 35 years as on the date of notification.

A 10-year upper-age relaxation is available to casual assignees who:

are on the current panel of any RNU/DDK/Station, or Doordarshan/Akashvani;
have been continuously on the panel for at least 5 years; and
fulfil the eligibility criteria for the position.

Age Relaxation for Casual Assignees

7. Salary

Salary
Field	Details
Monthly Consolidated Remuneration	₹30,000 to ₹35,000

The notice specifies the remuneration as negotiable within the range of ₹30,000 to ₹35,000 per month.

8. Nature of Duties

The Copy Editor will be responsible for various news production and editorial activities, including:

Writing news stories
Editing visuals
Preparing rundown
Preparing graphic elements
Tracking developing news stories
Conceptualizing news content
Scripting
Overseeing special programmes
Editing and adding value to news reports filed by reporters

9. Contract Period

Contract Period
Field	Details
Engagement Period	One year

The engagement is purely contractual. The contract may be renewed depending on the requirement of the organization and performance review.

The engagement can also be discontinued/terminated by either side with one month's notice or one month's salary in lieu thereof, without assigning any

10. How to Apply

Visit the Prasar Bharati application portal.
Open the Copy Editor recruitment opportunity.
Check the eligibility requirements.
Fill in the required application details.
Upload the requested documents.
Submit the application online.
Keep a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

11. Important Links

Official NotificationOpen
Official WebsiteOpen
Apply OnlineOpen

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12. Frequently Asked Questions

Prasar Bharati has invited applications for 01 Copy Editor on a contractual basis at RNU, DDK Hyderabad.