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PIB Accreditation Card Renewal 2024: Step-by-Step Guide and FAQs

Are you a journalist holding a valid PIB card for the year 2023 and looking to renew it for 2024? You've come to the right place! Here's a comprehensive guide on how to renew your PIB accreditation card seamlessly.

Step 1: Eligibility Before diving into the renewal process, it's essential to ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria. All journalists holding a valid PIB card for the year 2023 are eligible to apply for renewal.

Step 2: Required Documents To complete the renewal process successfully, you'll need to gather the necessary documents. Depending on your affiliation with media organizations or your status as a freelance journalist, the document requirements may vary.

For Journalists Working with Media Organizations:

• Self-attested copy of the recommendation letter from the Editor of the organization.
• Additional documents required for print media include the latest circulation certificate issued by RNI/ABC and the latest annual statement filed with RNI.
• For electronic media, submission of the latest unlinking/downlinking permission from the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (M/o I&B) is necessary.
• Print/electronic media agencies must provide a list of subscribers certified by the Head of the organization.

For Freelance Journalists:

• Self-attested scanned copies of at least 20 freelance works done during the 2023 calendar year from a minimum of three different organizations/newspapers.
• An undertaking regarding employment details.

Step 3: Submission Process Once you have all the required documents ready, proceed with the online application form for renewal. Ensure that all documents are self-attested and uploaded along with the application form to avoid any delays.

Step 4: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) To address common queries, here are some frequently asked questions about the renewal process:

Who can apply for the renewal of PIB accreditation card? All journalists holding a valid PIB card for the year 2023 are eligible to apply for renewal.

Is one recommendation per journalist essential from the organization? No, the Editor can send a combined letter for all journalists working in the organization, simplifying the process for renewal.

What documents are required for freelance journalists? Freelance correspondents/camerapersons need to submit self-attested scanned copies of freelance work done during the 2023 calendar year, along with an undertaking regarding employment details.

Conclusion: Renewing your PIB accreditation card for 2024 is a straightforward process, provided you have all the necessary documents in order. Follow the steps outlined above, and don't hesitate to reach out to PIB for any clarification or assistance during the renewal process.