Media and Entertainment

Anchor

Salary range₹2.4 – 4 LPA → ₹5 – 10 LPA Top hiring statesDelhi NCR, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh Current openingsNo jobs found

1 Description of the job

An anchor presents news, shows and events on television, radio, online and stage, introducing items, interviewing guests and keeping the audience engaged.

Present programmes and read news
Interview guests and host events
Prepare scripts and background

2 Skills required

Clear speech & language skills Confidence General knowledge Presence & grooming Quick thinking Writing Camera comfort

3 Opportunities available in the market

News channels, entertainment media and event companies hire anchors, and digital platforms offer more routes.

TV and radio channels
Digital news and YouTube platforms
Events, weddings and corporate programmes

4 Salary range

Fresher (0–2 yrs)₹2.4 – 4 LPA≈ ₹20K – ₹33K / month

Mid-level (3–8 yrs)₹5 – 10 LPA≈ ₹42K – ₹83K / month

Senior / specialist₹12 – 40 LPA≈ ₹1L – ₹3.33L / month

Indicative only. These ranges are estimates compiled from general industry knowledge and public pay surveys, not audited figures. Actual pay depends on the employer, city, qualification, certifications and experience. Check current job listings before deciding.

5 Job openings — which states have more

#	State	Main hubs	Demand
1	Delhi NCR Delhi, Gurugram, Noida	Delhi, Gurugram, Noida	High demand
2	Maharashtra Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur	Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur	High demand
3	Uttar Pradesh Lucknow, Kanpur, Varanasi	Lucknow, Kanpur, Varanasi	Medium demand

Indicative ranking of where employers and training institutions in this field are concentrated — not an official count of vacancies. Check the National Career Service portal (ncs.gov.in) and the government job portal for current openings.

Government job portal: National Career Service (ncs.gov.in)

Current openings — BiharCareer

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