DDK Guwahati Casual Assignee Recruitment 2026

About This Job

Prasar Bharati's Doordarshan Kendra Guwahati is inviting applications for empanelment of Casual Assignees across 7 categories to work on DD Assam, the regional channel covering Assam and the North-East. If you have a 12th pass or graduation background with relevant skills in media, video production, or content creation, you can apply offline by 30 April 2026. Remuneration ranges from Rs. 1,500 to Rs. 5,000 per assignment, with up to 7 assignments per month.

DDK Guwahati Casual Assignee Empanelment 2026 - 7 Categories

Doordarshan Kendra Guwahati, operating under Prasar Bharati (India's Public Service Broadcaster), has published a notification on 24 March 2026 for building a fresh panel of Casual Assignees for its regional broadcast operations at DD Assam. The empanelment covers seven distinct technical and creative roles required for television programme production and news broadcasting. This is a panel-based engagement -- being empanelled means you become eligible for assignment-based work whenever DDK Guwahati needs your services. The panel will remain valid for 2 years from the date of constitution.

Categories Available for Empanelment

• Resource Person: Programme coordination and production support
• Video Assistant: Camera operation and video recording assistance
• Post-Production Assistant (Video Editing): Editing broadcast content
• Website Editor / Social Media: Managing DD Assam's digital presence
• Camera Assistant: Supporting camera work during programme shoots
• CG Operator: Creating computer graphics for programmes
• Library / Archive Assistant: Managing broadcast archives and library resources

Note: The exact number of candidates to be empanelled in each category will be decided by DDK Guwahati based on operational requirements.

Who Can Apply?

The educational qualifications differ for each category. Here is what you need for each role:

Resource Person

• Option 1: Class XII (10+2) with at least 3 years of experience in TV/Doordarshan programme production and coordination
• Option 2: Graduation with a professional Diploma in TV Programme Production, Mass Communication, or Journalism
• Option 3: Graduation with a professional Degree or Diploma in a specific relevant field
• Desirable: Knowledge of Assamese, English, and Hindi; ability to write scripts and report on events

Video Assistant

• Essential: Professional Degree or Diploma in Videography from a recognized institution
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in videography

Post-Production Assistant (Video Editing)

• Essential: 10+2 from a recognized Board with Degree or Diploma in Film and Video Editing from a recognized university
• Experience: 2 years of experience in the relevant field

Website Editor / Social Media

• Essential: Graduation with knowledge of social media management and website content handling
• Desirable: Experience with content management systems and digital media platforms

Camera Assistant

• Essential: Class XII (10+2) pass
• Desirable: 2-3 years of experience in camera work or programme production related field

CG Operator

• Essential: Graduation with typing ability of at least 35 WPM in English and/or 30 WPM in Hindi or Assamese
• Desirable: Knowledge of computer graphics software used in television broadcasting

Library / Archive Assistant

• Essential: Graduation with certification in MS Excel
• Desirable: Experience in library management or media archiving

Age Limit

• Minimum age: 21 years
• Maximum age: 50 years
• Age is counted as on the date of notification, i.e., 24 March 2026

Remuneration

• This is an assignment-based engagement, not a regular salaried post
• Remuneration ranges from Rs. 1,500 to Rs. 5,000 per assignment depending on the category
• Maximum 7 assignments per month can be allotted as per Prasar Bharati norms
• Duties are given on an "as and when required" basis -- mere empanelment does not guarantee regular work
• Resource Person: Rs. 3,000 per assignment
• Video Assistant: Rs. 5,000 per assignment
• Camera Assistant: Rs. 1,500 per assignment
• No TA/DA will be paid for interview, audition, or skill tests

Application Fee

• Application Fee: Nil
• There is no application fee for any category. All candidates can apply free of cost.

Selection Process

DDK Guwahati will follow a multi-stage selection process to build the empanelment panel:

1. Application Scrutiny: All received applications will be checked for completeness and eligibility. Applications without proper self-attested documents and photocopies will be rejected outright.
2. Shortlisting: Eligible candidates will be shortlisted based on educational qualification, technical skills, and relevant experience.
3. Skill Test / Interview: Shortlisted candidates may be called for a practical skill test and/or interview to assess their competency for the specific category they applied for.
4. Panel Constitution: Successful candidates will be placed on the empanelment panel, which remains valid for 2 years.

Important: Empanelment does not confer any right to a permanent or regular job. Engagements will be made purely on a casual, assignment basis.

How to Apply

1. Download the prescribed application format from the official Prasar Bharati website at prasarbharati.gov.in under the Vacancy/NIA section.
2. Fill in the application form completely with your personal details, educational qualifications, professional skills, and experience.
3. Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents (educational certificates, experience letters, age proof, etc.).
4. Affix a recent passport-size photograph on the application form.
5. Send the completed hard copy application by Speed Post only to: The Head of Programme, Doordarshan Kendra, R.G.B. Road, Guwahati - 781024.
6. Simultaneously, send a soft copy of your complete application in PDF format to ddgp.ddk@gmail.com.
7. Both the hard copy and soft copy must reach DDK Guwahati on or before 30 April 2026.

Applications sent by hand or in person will not be accepted. DDK Guwahati is not responsible for any postal delays.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 24 March 2026
• Application Start Date: 24 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 30 April 2026
• Skill Test / Interview Date: To be announced after shortlisting

• Handle assigned duties related to television programme production and broadcast operations at DDK Guwahati for DD Assam channel
• Assist in shooting, recording, and editing video content for regional programmes and news bulletins
• Manage post-production tasks including video editing, graphics creation, and content packaging as per the assigned category
• Work on social media content creation and website updates for DD Assam's digital platforms when assigned
• Follow all editorial guidelines and technical standards set by Prasar Bharati for broadcast content
• Maintain library archives and properly catalogue broadcast material for future reference
• Assist senior staff during outdoor programme recordings, live events, and news coverage across Assam