Doordarshan Kendra, Kolkata

DDK Kolkata Casual Assignee Empanelment 2026

  • DDK Kolkata
  • Casual Assignment
  • Kolkata, West Bengal
  • Online application
Applications openClosing soon

Application deadline

16 October 2026

4 days left

Google Form application deadline

Posted 29 September 2026

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Quick facts

Qualification
Graduation from a recognized university.
Pay
Starting from ₹2,000/other
Location
Kolkata, West Bengal
Employment
Casual Assignment
Apply mode
Online application
Reference
DDK/KOL/PROG/CA/2026-27

Overview

Doordarshan Kendra, Kolkata invites Google Form applications for empanelment in nine casual assignment categories by 16 October 2026 at 6:00 p.m.

Positions & vacancies

9 posts

Kolkata · Casual Assignment

Age
21 - 40 years
Experience
One year of experience in broadcasting or electronic/digital media/digital archive-related work is desirable.

Eligibility

Archive Assistant

Criteria

Education

Graduation from a recognized university.

Experience

One year of experience in broadcasting or electronic/digital media/digital archive-related work. Not an essential minimum-experience requirement.(Desirable)

Language

Proficiency in Bengali and English. Both languages are required.

Computer knowledge

Computer proficiency, specifically MS Excel.

Post Production Assistant (Graphics)

Graphics Criteria

Education

Degree/Diploma in Multimedia Animation/Motion Graphics. Degree or diploma alternatives are retained in the qualification statement.

Experience

Two years of experience in TV/Doordarshan/video programme production. Not an essential minimum-experience requirement.(Desirable)

Post Production Assistant (Editing)

Editing Criteria

Education

Professional Degree/Diploma in Video Editing from a recognized university/institute.

Experience

Two years of experience for TV/Doordarshan programmes. Not an essential minimum-experience requirement.(Desirable)

Computer knowledge

Must be well versed in the latest software, for example Da Vinci. Software name retained as stated.

Video Assistant

Criteria

Education

Professional Degree/Diploma in Videography/Motion Picture Photography from a recognized university/institute.

Experience

Two years of experience for TV/Doordarshan programmes. Not an essential minimum-experience requirement.(Desirable)

Social Media Editor

Criteria

Education

  • Graduation. Required together with the relevant degree/diploma.
  • Degree/Diploma in Media Science/Multimedia and Animation/Digital Marketing, online or offline. Required together with graduation; online and offline qualifications are accepted as stated.

Experience

One year of professional social media page handling/digital marketing experience in any media house.

Computer knowledge

Knowledge of SEO. Preference will be given to candidates with this knowledge.(Desirable)

C. G. Operator

Criteria

Education

  • Graduation from a recognized university.
  • Verifiable certificate in Computer Graphics/Graphic Designing, online or offline.(Desirable)

Language

Typing ability of at least 30 words per minute in Bengali. Minimum typing speed.

Resource Person (Programme)3 disciplines

Class XII and Three Years of Relevant Experience

Education

Class XII. Class XII pathway requires three years of relevant experience.

Experience

Three years of experience in TV/Doordarshan programme production and coordination. Required only for this alternative qualification pathway.

Graduation and Professional Diploma

  • Graduation. Required together with the professional diploma under this pathway.
  • Professional Diploma in Radio and TV Programme Production/Mass Communication/Journalism. Required together with graduation under this alternative pathway.

Resource Person Programme Criteria

At least one essential pathway must be met; studio floor management experience is desirable.

Experience working in studio floor management. No experience duration stated.(Desirable)

Resource Person (Lighting Assistant)3 disciplines

Class XII and Three Years of Relevant Experience

Education

Class XII. Class XII pathway requires three years of relevant experience.

Experience

Three years of experience in TV/Doordarshan programme production and coordination. Required only for this alternative qualification pathway.

Graduation and Professional Diploma

  • Graduation. Required together with the professional diploma under this pathway.
  • Professional Diploma in Radio and TV Programme Production/Mass Communication/Journalism. Required together with graduation under this alternative pathway.

Lighting Assistant Criteria

A listed qualification pathway and film/TV lighting arrangement experience are required.

Experience in lighting arrangements in the film/TV industry. Additional essential requirement for either qualification pathway; no duration stated.

Broadcast Assistant (Commercial)

Broadcast Assistant Commercial Criteria

Education

Graduation in Commerce from a recognized university.

Experience

One year of experience in accounts. Not an essential minimum-experience requirement.(Desirable)

Computer knowledge

  • Computer proficiency.
  • Sound knowledge of advanced Excel and Tally software.(Desirable)

Salary & benefits

PostSalary
Archive Assistant
₹2,500 / other

Per assignment, as required; maximum seven assignments per month and 84 per year. No minimum bookings guaranteed.

Post Production Assistant (Graphics)
₹4,500 / other

Per assignment, as required; maximum seven assignments per month and 84 per year. No minimum bookings guaranteed.

Post Production Assistant (Editing)
₹3,500 / other

Per assignment, as required; maximum seven assignments per month and 84 per year. No minimum bookings guaranteed.

Video Assistant
₹5,000 / other

Per assignment, as required; maximum seven assignments per month and 84 per year. No minimum bookings guaranteed.

Social Media Editor
₹3,000 / other

Per assignment, as required; maximum seven assignments per month and 84 per year. No minimum bookings guaranteed.

C. G. Operator
₹2,000 / other

Per assignment, as required; maximum seven assignments per month and 84 per year. No minimum bookings guaranteed.

Resource Person (Programme)
₹3,000 / other

Per assignment, as required; maximum seven assignments per month and 84 per year. No minimum bookings guaranteed.

Resource Person (Lighting Assistant)
₹3,000 / other

Per assignment, as required; maximum seven assignments per month and 84 per year. No minimum bookings guaranteed.

Broadcast Assistant (Commercial)
₹2,500 / other

Per assignment, as required; maximum seven assignments per month and 84 per year. No minimum bookings guaranteed.

Selection process

  1. 1

    Skill test, if applicable

    Selection may include a skill test depending on the category and as deemed feasible.

  2. 2

    Written test, if applicable

    Selection may include a written test depending on the category and as deemed feasible.

  3. 3

    Personality test, if applicable

    Selection may include a personality test depending on the category and as deemed feasible. Selection will be made by a constituted committee whose decision is final and irrevocable.

  4. 4

    Application scrutiny and shortlisting

    Applications will undergo scrutiny and screening. Shortlisted candidates will be called for the next selection stage.

Important dates

Application deadline

16 Oct 2026

6:00 PM

Other important dates

  • Notification issued29 September 2026
  • Age eligibility cutoff29 September 2026

Application fee

The supplied notification does not state an application fee.

How to apply

  1. 1

    Online application

    Apply only through this Google Form in the prescribed format with copies of educational/desirable qualification certificates, age proof, experience certificates and other required documents by 16 October 2026 at 6:00 p.m. No other mode will be considered. A candidate may apply for only one category; double applications will be rejected.

    URL: https://forms.gle/H6REStkWAyZMtwJ9A

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Additional information

Selection summary

Applications will be scrutinized and shortlisted candidates called for subsequent selection. Depending on the category and feasibility, selection may include skill, written and personality tests. A constituted selection committee will make the selection; its decision is final and irrevocable.

Eligibility notes

All nine categories require candidates to be 21 to 40 years old as on the notification date, 29 September 2026. Essential and desirable qualifications differ by category. No age relaxation provisions are stated.

Application instructions

Apply only through the prescribed Google Form at https://forms.gle/H6REStkWAyZMtwJ9A on or before 16 October 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Include copies of educational and desirable qualification certificates, age proof, experience certificates and other required documents. No other application mode will be considered. Apply for only one category; double applications will be rejected.

Important notes

Empanelment is not employment. Assignments are offered strictly as and when required, with no guaranteed number of bookings. The maximum is seven assignments per month and 84 per year; one assignment may take up to two to three days. Candidates may continue other employment or self-employment. Prior consent is required, and an accepted assignment must be performed.

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