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Prasar Bharati Stringer Empanelment 2025 – Apply for Bengaluru & Karnataka Districts

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Written by: ARVIND KUMAR

Published: 2025-05-14

Basic Information

Organization Name	Prasar Bharati - India's Public Service Broadcaster
Description	Regional News Unit, Doordarshan Kendra, Bengaluru invites applications for empanelment as Stringers in 29 districts of Karnataka.
Post Title	Empanelment of Stringers in RNU, Bengaluru
Contact Number	Not explicitly mentioned in the document.
Address	Regional News Unit, Doordarshan Kendra, J C Nagar, Bengaluru - 560006
Website	Not explicitly mentioned in the document.

Dates

Last Date for Application Submission	16th May 2025 (up to 5:00 PM)
Application Submission Method	Speed Post / Registered Post only
Address for Submission	Director News, Regional News Unit, Doordarshan Kendra, J C Nagar, Bengaluru - 560006

Application Fee

Category	Application Fee
All Applicants	₹1180 (Non-refundable processing fee)
Payment Method	Demand Draft in favor of "PRASAR BHARATI (IPSB) DOORDARSHAN BENGALURU"
Submission Deadline	16th May 2025 (up to 5:00 PM)
Submission Method	Speed Post / Registered Post
Submission Address	Director News, Regional News Unit, Doordarshan Kendra, J C Nagar, Bengaluru - 560006

Eligiblity Criteria

Criteria	Details
Residency Requirement	Applicants must be residents of Karnataka and should specify the district they wish to be empanelled in.
Technical Equipment	Must own a professional-grade video camera (Full HD/4K/UHD/NX format). Should possess a quality smartphone with 4G/5G capability for instant footage transmission. Must have adequate accessories, connectors, and interfacing components for DSNG/Live units.
Educational Qualification	Preferably a degree/diploma in cinematography, videography, journalism, or broadcast journalism. Experience in news coverage and video production is highly desirable.
Experience	Should have prior experience as a cameraperson or news videographer. Must demonstrate proficiency in news gathering and video production.
Application Fee	₹1180 (Non-refundable processing fee via Demand Draft in favor of "PRASAR BHARATI (IPSB) DOORDARSHAN BENGALURU").
Submission Method	Applications must be sent via Speed Post / Registered Post to "Director News, Regional News Unit, Doordarshan Kendra, J C Nagar, Bengaluru - 560006".
Deadline	Applications must be submitted on or before 16th May 2025, up to 5:00 PM.

Post Details

Post Name	Location	Vacancies	Eligibility
Stringer	Regional News Unit, Doordarshan Kendra, Bengaluru	Empanelment for 29 districts of Karnataka	Must own a professional-grade video camera (Full HD/4K/UHD/NX format). Should possess a quality smartphone with 4G/5G capability for instant footage transmission. Preferably a degree/diploma in cinematography, videography, journalism, or broadcast journalism. Experience in news coverage and video production is highly desirable.

Selection Process

Stage	Details
Selection & Empanelment Committee	5-member committee including RNU In-Charge, Engineer In-Charge, Senior Producer, Administrative Officer, and an external expert. Committee revises the panel every two years.
Application Process	Applications invited through website, print media, and Doordarshan/AIR channels. Applicants must submit forms within one month of advertisement.
Selection Criteria	Preliminary scrutiny of applications. Test coverage submission by shortlisted applicants. Interview and verification of equipment/documents. Final selection based on assessment scale, interview, and test coverage quality.
Empanelment & Contract	Selected Stringers sign a contract outlining service conditions, fees, and termination clauses. Existing Stringers must undergo the same selection process.
Performance Monitoring	Stringers’ work is continuously evaluated. Records maintained for assignments, coverage quality, and payments.
Removal & Appeal	Stringers may be removed for poor performance, refusal of assignments, or misconduct. Show cause notice issued before removal. Appeals can be made to the Director General, Doordarshan.

Exam Pattern

No Exam

How to Apply

Carefully read the instructions and guidelines mentioned in Order No. 3/4/2003-P.III dated 2/7/2010 before applying.
Ensure compliance with the updated eligibility requirements, including the possession of a professional-grade video camera and accessories.
Prepare the application in the prescribed format, clearly mentioning the district where you want to be empanelled.
Attach the following documents:
- Educational qualifications and certifications.
- Proof of ownership of camera and equipment.
- Experience certificates in news coverage or videography.
- Other relevant supporting documents.
Include a Demand Draft of ₹1180/- (non-refundable processing fee) in favor of "PRASAR BHARATI (IPSB) DOORDARSHAN BENGALURU."
Seal the application in an envelope titled **"Empanelment of Stringers for RNU, DDK, Bengaluru for [District Name]"**.
Send the completed application via **Speed Post / Registered Post** to:
Director News, Regional News Unit, Doordarshan Kendra, J C Nagar, Bengaluru - 560006.
Ensure that the application reaches on or before **16th May 2025, up to 5:00 PM**.

Link

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Faq's

The empanelment aims to recruit **Stringers** for news coverage in **29 districts of Karnataka** under the **Regional News Unit, Doordarshan Kendra, Bengaluru**.

Applicants must:

Be residents of Karnataka.
Own a **professional-grade video camera** (Full HD/4K/UHD/NX format).
Possess a **smartphone with 4G/5G capability** for instant footage transmission.
Have experience in **news coverage and video production**.

Applicants must submit their applications via **Speed Post / Registered Post** to:
Director News, Regional News Unit, Doordarshan Kendra, J C Nagar, Bengaluru - 560006
The application must include **supporting documents** and a **Demand Draft of ₹1180/-** in favor of **"PRASAR BHARATI (IPSB) DOORDARSHAN BENGALURU"**.

The last date for submission is **16th May 2025, up to 5:00 PM**. Applications received after this deadline will not be considered.

The selection process includes:

**Preliminary Scrutiny** – Shortlisting of applications.
**Test Coverage Submission** – Applicants submit sample video coverage.
**Interview** – Assessment of news-gathering skills.
**Equipment & Document Verification** – Physical inspection of the applicant's equipment and credentials.
**Final Selection & Empanelment** – Based on assessment criteria, interview performance, and coverage quality.