A transparent, step-by-step walkthrough of how field journalists apply for accreditation, receive official Press ID credentials, and file stories for publication on avanews.in.
1
Fast Registration & 2FA Authentication
Joining the network begins with secure identity verification. Candidates can sign up using either of two methods:
Encrypted 6-Digit Email Code: Enter your official email address to receive an instant verification code. You have 5 retry attempts with strict 10-minute expiry for complete security.
1-Click Google OAuth Sign-In: Sign in instantly using your verified Google Account credentials for seamless, passwordless access.
Your login is permanently protected by two-factor authentication (2FA) and password hashing to ensure your reporter desk remains inaccessible to unauthorized parties.
2
Legal KYC Document Submission
To uphold media credibility and comply with Indian legal regulations, all applicants must complete a one-time legal identity verification:
1. Full Legal Name & Phone
Matching your government-issued identity cards.
2. Beat & Coverage District
Specifying your primary reporting beat (Crime, Politics, Civic, Rural, Investigations).
3. Aadhaar ID & Photo Scan
Clear passport-size color headshot and front/back Aadhaar scans.
🔒 Editorial Policy: Government identity verification with Aadhaar scan and portrait photo is mandatory for Press ID issuance.
3
Editorial Verification & Digital Press ID Issuance
The Central Editorial Board reviews your application, verifies your identity, and issues your accredited credentials:
Official Card Number: Assigned a unique registration identifier (e.g. AVA-26-00123).
Cryptographic QR Code: Anyone or authority scanning the QR code on your card is directed to an official live verification page confirming your active accredited status.
Direct Accreditation Processing: Digital press card issuance and tamper-proof QR verification hosting provided directly by the newsroom.
4
Filing Reports & Editorial Review Pipeline
Once accredited, your reporter dashboard unlocks the full investigative filing engine:
Editorial Pipeline Stages:
1. Draft / Saved→2. Pending Review→3. Editorial Revision (if needed)→4. Approved & Published Live 🚀
When your story is approved by central editors, it is published across the primary news website (avanews.in) carrying your official accredited correspondent byline.
5
Assignments Board & Coverage Leads
Correspondents receive real-time assignment directives issued by the Central Assignment Desk for their respective state or district:
Breaking Alerts: Immediate coverage briefs during state elections, assembly sessions, or breaking events.
Special Investigations: In-depth investigative angles assigned with key questions and submission deadlines.
Status Reporting: Mark leads as in-progress or completed directly from your workspace.
Ready to Start Reporting?
Submit your accreditation application today and unlock your official correspondent workspace.