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National Academy of Broadcasting and Multimedia

National Academy of Broadcasting and Multimedia

(An apex training institution of Prasar Bharati)

National Academy of Broadcasting and Multimedia, the apex in-house training institution of Prasar Bharati, was established in 1948. Previously known as Staff Training Institute (Technical), NABM primarily caters to the training needs of personnel of All India Radio & Doordarshan. With its headquarters and a comprehensively equipped academy in Delhi, NABM also has three regional academies in Bhubaneshwar (Odisha), Shillong (Meghalaya) & Mumbai (Maharashtra) to cater to the regional training requirements.

Functions of NABM:-
The academy conducts about 120 courses every year and trains around 1,600 engineering personnel. Officials from broadcasting organisations of neighbouring countries are also invited as participants in academy’s training programmes.

Primary functions of NABM are:-

  • To train raw recruits in broadcasting technology.
  • To upgrade skills of personnel in tune with emerging technologies.
  • To issue training related guidelines and content
  • To assist the staff in their career growth

Apart from the primary functions, the academy has the responsibility to carry out the following activities:

  • Conducting Departmental Competitive Examinations
  • Conducting Direct Recruitment Examinations
  • Preparing and updating Technical Manuals
  • Preparing Safety Manuals
  • Preparation of Technical Monographs
  • Publication of Newsletter

Name/Designation Email Academic Background Professional Experience Specialisation
Shri. Prakash Veer, Additional Director General (Engg.) p[dot]veer[at]gov[dot]in B.Tech (E&C)-IIT Roorkee, M.Tech (Electrical)- IIT Kanpur, MBA (Marketing) 1989 batch officer from Indian Engineering Services. Has 30 years of experience in various fields in Doordarshan and Prasar Bharati Sector. Communication Systems, TV Transmitters
Shri. Sunil Bhatia,
Deputy Director General (Training)
sbhatia[at]prasarbharati[dot]gov[dot]in

B.E (Electrical) from NIT Allahabad

M.Tech from IIT Varanasi

Worked in Spectrum Management & Synergy Division, Satellite & Connectivity Division and has rich experience in station/Kendra management. Frequency Planning, Studio Automation & Measurement Techniques, Technical Resource Management
Shri. A. K. Gupta,
Deputy Director General (E)
anilkumargupta1[at]prasarbharati[dot]gov[dot]in B.E (Electronics & Telecommunication), MBA (Operations Management & IT) Joined IBES cadre in 2001 after selection through IES/CES (UPSC). Worked as ADE, DDE, DE and DDG(E) at various Akashvani and Doordarshan stations. Served as HOO at DDK Ahmedabad and DDK Gwalior. Station Management, TV Studio Automation, Earth Station, OBs, AC Plants, Vigilance
Shri. Sukhjeet Singh,
Director (Engg.)
sukhjeetsingh[at]prasarbharati[dot]gov[dot]in B.E. Electrical Worked extensively in Doordarshan Kendras with complete experience in Studio and OB setup of Doordarshan. Doordarshan TV Studio, OBs, Vigilance
Shri. Ravinder Kumar,
Deputy Director (E)
ravinderkumar[at]prasarbharati[dot]gov[dot]in AMIE in Electronics & Communication More than 34 years of experience in Terrestrial TV (Analog & DTT) and Satellite TV Broadcasting, Project Planning and Implementation, Antenna Systems, RF Feeder Cables, Towers, DSNG and Satellite Earth Stations.  
Shri. Yogendra Pal Singh,
Assistant Director (E)
yogendraair[at]prasarbharati[dot]gov[dot]in

B.Tech in Electronics & Communication (IETE)

M.Tech in Electronics & Communication (MNIT Jaipur)

33 years experience in AIR broadcast equipment operation and maintenance. Design of FM radio systems, planning and implementation of radio stations. Worked as DDO and HOO at AIR stations. FM Broadcast Systems, Simulcasting, Broadcast Measurements, Technical Evaluation
Shri. Abhay Kumar,
Assistant Director (E)
abhaykumar[at]prasarbharati[dot]gov[dot]in B.Tech (Electronics Engineering) Over 34 years professional experience in Doordarshan and All India Radio, mainly in studio recording and transmission setups. Brief stint in TV (INSAT) division of Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. Radio Automation System, Information Technology
Shri. Ajai Kumar Maurya,
Assistant Director (E)
ajaikumarmaurya[at]prasarbharati[dot]gov[dot]in AMIE in Electronics & Communication Engineering 36 years experience in Akashvani broadcast equipment operation and maintenance at various Akashvani stations. Maintenance and operation of RF equipments. Installation of FM Radio Transmitters. Worked as DDO, Security Officer, Transport Officer and GST Cell In-charge at Akashvani, Lucknow (UP GST Nodal Office). Also worked as Senior Manager at Akashvani Resources. Handled administrative, accounts and purchase related works. Broadcast Equipment Maintenance, RF Systems, FM Radio Transmission, Administration & Accounts

Training Calendar

Training Activities

Induction & Refresher Courses

  • In house training is imparted to the newly recruited technical staff as well as existing personnel on achieving the next rank.

Equipment Oriented Courses

  • Medium Wave/Short Wave/FM Sound Transmitters
  • Air-conditioning in transmitter and studio complexes
  • Low Power/High Power TV Transmitters
  • Hard Disc Based Audio Work Stations
  • Digital TV studio production equipments
  • Non-linear Editing & 3-D Graphics Systems
  • TVRO Systems, Captive Earth Stations, DSNG, DTH
  • Studio – Transmitter Links
  • HDTV

Skill Up gradation Courses

  • OB Management
  • Surface Mount Technologies and Repairs there of

Refresher Courses

  • Audio/Video Digital/Analogue Measurements
  • Lighting for TV studios
  • Lineup of Radio/TV Studio and Transmitter Chains
  • Programme Production Techniques
  • Video recording Techniques
  • Video display systems
  • Management Courses
  • Technology Updates and appreciation for Generalist professionals
  • Network management systems for distribution of television channels
  • Station management
  • Energy management in Broadcasting
  • Management Courses for Senior Technical Personnel in collaboration with premium management institutes
  • Modern Broadcasting Technologies
  • Satellite Communications
  • Optical Fiber Technologies
  • Digital Archiving of Program content and its Management
  • Digital Technology in Broadcasting
  • Digital Terrestrial Transmission including DRM
  • Digital Audio/Video compression standards
  • Digital measurements
  • Modern Communication Networks
  • IT Related Courses
  • Computer Hardware/Servers.
  • Networking and Server Administration

Training courses as per specific requirement

Tailor-made courses on Audio Systems

  • Public Address, Radio Transmitters
  • TV Studio Equipment etc.for the Indian as well as foreign participants

NABM Departmental Exams

Examination for promotion of Helper to Technician

Examination for promotion of Senior Engineering Assistant to Assistant Engineer

Date of Exam Syllabus Model Question Paper Notifications
17-03-18
18-03-18
Syllabus Sample Paper Part-1
Sample Paper Part-2
Sample Paper Part-3
Competitive Examination for the promotion of Senior Engineering Assistants to the grade of Assistant Engineers against 2009-10 to 2017-18 vacancies
Notification No. NABM/Deptt Exam/SEA-AE/2017, 17/11/2017[DOWNLOAD]

Hostel

  • 135 single/double rooms including 24 deluxe air-conditioned rooms
  • A fully air-conditioned dining hall with a capacity of 64 members
  • A kitchen with modern cooking facilities
  • Recreational facilities with indoor games, TV, newspaper, etc
  • Health Club
  • Internet Cafe

Address:

National Academy of Broadcasting and Multimedia
(Earlier Staff Training Institute, Delhi)
RADIO COLONY, KINGSWAY,
DELHI-110009

Email: nabmdelhi[at]prasarbharati[dot]gov[dot]in

S.No Contact/email Tel No Email
1 Mr. Prakash Veer, ADG 011-20871803

adgnabm[at]prasarbharati[dot]gov[dot]in,

p[dot]veer[at]gov[dot]in

2 DDG 011-20871801,20871802  
3 Hostel 011-20871804 nabmhostel-delhi[at]prasarbharati[dot]gov[dot]in
Engg. Training: nabmctc[dot]tt[at]prasarbharati[dot]gov[dot]in
Programme Training: nabmctc[dot]pt[at]prasarbharati[dot]gov[dot]in