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7 Karnataka Editions 10,000+ Ads Booked 4.8/5 Rating 1.5M+ Daily Readers

Deccan Herald 2026 Rates — Classified, Display, Matrimonial & Obituary agency rates, 15–35% off counter. Confirmed within 30 minutes. DH + Prajavani combo in one call.

Up to 35% below counter rate
Free ad drafting & design help
Proof shared before publication
Bengaluru, Mysuru, Hubballi & 4 more editions

Starting Rates

₹600 / insertion Classified Text
₹80 / sq.cm Classified Display
15–35% Below Counter Rate
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Deccan Herald Advertising Cost

Deccan Herald Display Ad Rates

Rates for Deccan Herald Display Advertisement w.e.f. 2026

All The Ad Rates are in per Sq Cm.
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Deccan Herald Advertising · Since 1948

Book Your Deccan Herald Ad Online

Book your Deccan Herald ad online in classified, display, matrimonial, recruitment, obituary, property, and public notice categories — at 15–35% below counter rate with free ad drafting and a proof before print. Call or WhatsApp 9821984000 and get a confirmed rate within 30 minutes.

1948
Founded
10,000+
Ads Booked Since 2003
1.5M+
Daily Readers
7
Editions

Deccan Herald

2026 Ad Rates

Save Up To
35%

Classified Display

Rates From

₹80 /Sq.cm

Display (Inner Page)

Rates From

₹1,500 /Sq.cm

Agency Rate

Below Counter Rate

15–35%

Same-Day Release

Urgent tender or court notice? Call 9821984000 before 12 PM — priority desk for urgent statutory notices.

DH Editions

Bengaluru · Mysuru · Hubballi · Mangaluru · Davanagere · Kalaburagi · Hosapete

Quick Quote

Get Your Exact DH Ad Rate

Get your rate — category, city, date. Three things and we'll give you an exact price in minutes: the ad category, your edition, and your publication date. No need for you to search rate tables, give us these three details on the number below and we will quote your Deccan Herald ad rate right away and you will have a confirmation within 30 minutes (working days) itself.

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Bengaluru Edition

Popular DH Ad Rates

Classified Text

Matrimonial

₹600–1,800 / insertion
Next available Sunday
Classified Display

Recruitment

₹80–150 / sq.cm
Next available Wed or Sun
Same Day

Obituary Text

₹600–1,800 / insertion
Book before 12 PM
Classified Display

Property

₹80–150 / sq.cm
Next available Sat or Sun
Display

Public Notice

₹18,000 (4×5 cm)
1–2 working days
Display

Main Paper Display

₹1,500–2,500 / sq.cm
2–7 working days

*Indicative Bengaluru starting rates. Final cost may vary by category, edition, size, publication date and applicable newspaper rate. Classified text is per insertion, not per line.

The Power of Print

Why Deccan Herald Still Works in 2026

Print advertising isn't competing for attention — it's competing for a different type of attention entirely.

Reader Trust
80 years

Since 1948, Deccan Herald has been Karnataka's leading English daily. Your ad sits beside journalism people trust.

Named supplements, right readers.

DH Spectrum targets affluent families on Sunday. Property Plus reaches serious buyers on Saturday. You're not selling to general readers — you're selling to the reader who is looking.

10.69M
Combined reach with Prajavani
7
Editions across Karnataka

Nobody skips a print ad

If a digital ad isn't blocked, it gets a two-second look between notifications. A Deccan Herald reader takes real time with your newspaper ad — it's part of what they're already spending time on.

Nearly 80 years of trust

Since 1948, Deccan Herald has been the leading English daily in Karnataka. Your ad sits next to trusted journalism — especially critical for property, matrimonial, recruitment, and legal notices .

Named supplements = right reader

DH Spectrum targets affluent families on Sunday. Property Plus reaches serious buyers on Saturday. You're not selling to general readers — you're selling to the reader who is looking.

Property Matrimonial Recruitment Legal Notices

Target a city without tracking anyone

Pick Bengaluru, Mysuru or any of 7 Deccan Herald editions and arrive right there. No cookies, no consent banners, no platform changing the rules next quarter.

Bengaluru Mysuru Hubballi Mangaluru 7 Editions

Want to know which DH edition and ad format fits your requirement?

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Choose Your Ad Format

Every Way to Advertise in Deccan Herald

From simple classifieds to premium newspaper positions, choose the format that fits your campaign.

01

Classified Text Ads

Plain text ads in the classifieds section, paid for by the insertion, limited by normal abbreviations. Highlight tick marks available.

Best For

Matrimonial · Obituary · Name Change · Lost Document · Situation Vacant

02

Classified Display Ads

Photo, logo, colour and custom typography in the classified section per sq.cm. (min. 3×5 cm.)

Best For

Property · Recruitment · Business · Education · Institutional Matrimonial

03

Main Paper Display Ads

Premium placement beside editorial content: ₹1,500/sq.cm (inner) and DH Spectrum Sunday: ₹2,500/sq.cm.

Best For

Brand Campaigns · Retail · Auto · Real Estate Projects · BFSI Corporate

Premium

Jacket & Premium Positions

Front page, back page and full jacket wraps designed for maximum visibility and statewide impact.

Best For

Real Estate Mega-Launches · Hospital Openings · Major Campaigns

05

Innovative & Custom Ads

Creative newspaper formats designed around your campaign idea, size and execution requirements.

Best For

Creative Concepts · Brand Campaigns · Custom Executions

Which DH Ad Format Is Right for You?

Tell us what you're advertising, your city and budget. We'll suggest the suitable format and rate.

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2026 Rate Card

Deccan Herald Ad Rates 2026 — Full Rate Card

Rates below are effective January 2026, per category and edition. All rates are agency terms (15–35% below counter). Confirm before ordering design, since position premiums and edition-specific surcharges can apply.

Our Rates

15–35% Below Counter Rate

Display Ad Rates (Per Sq.cm)

Effective 2026 · Agency rates (15–35% below counter)

Per Sq.cm

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Edition Base (B/W) Base (Colour) Front Page (Colour) Page 3 (Colour) Back Page (Colour) Min Size
Bengaluru ₹900 ₹1,200 ₹2,000 ₹1,600 ₹1,600 4×5 cm
Hubli-Dharwad ₹170 ₹250 ₹400 ₹300 4×5 cm
Gulbarga ₹120 ₹180 ₹250 ₹200 ₹200 4×5 cm
Mysore ₹180 ₹220 ₹350 ₹260 ₹260 4×5 cm
Davangere ₹150 ₹200 ₹350 ₹250 ₹250 4×5 cm
Mangalore ₹160 ₹220 ₹350 ₹260 ₹260 4×5 cm
Hospet ₹170 ₹260 ₹360 ₹275 4×5 cm

Ad Dimensions & Estimated Cost

Bengaluru Base Rate (B/W)

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Size Dimensions Area Built For Est. Cost
Minimum (Inner Page) 4×4 cm 16 sq.cm Small business visibility, pointer ads ₹24,000
Standard 10×10 cm 100 sq.cm Recruitment, property, education ads ₹1,50,000
Quarter Page 12×20 cm 240 sq.cm Real estate, corporate launches, tenders ₹3,60,000
Half Page 25×16 cm 400 sq.cm Premium campaigns, major launches ₹6,00,000
Full Page Full column × full height Full page Brand ownership, government notices ₹15,00,000+
Front Page (min.) 12×20 cm 240 sq.cm Maximum-impact, statewide visibility ₹14,40,000
Jacket Full supplement wrap Both sides Real estate mega-launches, hospital openings Call for quote

Public Notice Unit Rates

4×5 cm · Agency rates

Edition Rate
Bengaluru ₹18,000
Mysuru ₹3,600
Hubballi ₹3,400

Need the exact rate for your ad?

Final rates depend on category, edition, size, date and position. Confirm the applicable rate before finalising your advertisement.

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Better Booking Rates

What You Save vs. Counter Rate

Booking through Riyo always costs less than walking into a Deccan Herald office and paying the published counter rate — 15–35% less than counter, and an additional 20–35% compared to booking both papers separately (DH + Prajavani combo).

Save Up To

35% vs counter
Example

A Bengaluru display ad at counter rate saves 15–35%, while the DH + Prajavani combo saves an additional 20–35% compared to booking separately.

7 Editions Across Karnataka

Pick Your Deccan Herald Edition

Deccan Herald publishes from 7 editions across Karnataka. Every edition carries its own rate — call 9821984000 and we'll confirm the exact rate for your chosen edition before you finalise your booking.

Deccan Herald Editions

7 editions · Karnataka

Bengaluru

Karnataka

Mysuru

Karnataka

Hubballi

Karnataka

Mangaluru

Karnataka

Davanagere

Karnataka

Kalaburagi

Karnataka

Hosapete

Karnataka

Every edition has its own category-wise rate card

Tell us your edition, ad category and publication date — we'll confirm the exact applicable rate.

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DH Supplements

Choose the Right Deccan Herald Supplement

Match your advertisement with the DH section your target audience is most likely to read.

Main Newspaper

Daily

General statewide

Best for display, statutory, tender, and brand ads.

DH Spectrum

Sunday

Flagship

Read first by affluent families and urban professionals. Best for luxury brands, real estate, matrimonial, and lifestyle.

DH Metro

Daily

Hyperlocal

Read first by Bengaluru neighbourhood residents. Best for local property, restaurants, retail, and events.

Student Edition

Monday

Education

Read first by students, parents, and schools. Best for colleges, coaching institutes, and CET/NEET/JEE admissions.

Property Plus

Saturday

Real Estate

Read first by property buyers, realtors, and investors. Best for real estate, developers, and rentals.

Not Sure Which Supplement?

Tell us your category and target city. We'll recommend the right DH section and publication day.

Call 9821984000
DH Audience

Who You're Reaching

Since 1948, Deccan Herald has been Karnataka's top English daily with a daily circulation of 1.5M+ and a total of 10.69M, when combined with Prajavani.

Affluent Families

Sunday Spectrum readers

Job-Seekers

Recruitment pages on Wednesday

Property Buyers

Property Plus on Saturday

Urban Professionals

Daily general readership

Because its readers scan, rather than read, affluent families scanning through Sunday's DH Spectrum, job-seekers scan through the recruitment pages on Wednesday and property buyers work their way down the Property Plus on Saturday. These readers read a section that's designed for them such as matrimonial, recruitment, property, and statutory notice and these are the categories that consistently do well. Other 6 editions are targeting a region for a fraction of the cost, while Bengaluru has the strongest reach and highest rates.

Bengaluru Edition

Strongest reach and highest rates. Best for maximum impact.

Tier-2 Editions

Target specific regional markets for a fraction of the cost.

Simple Booking Process

How to Book — Rate, Compose, Confirm

No login. No office visit. Simply get your rate, send your ad details and confirm your booking.

01
See Your Rate

Get Your Quote

Contact 9821984000 by calling or WhatsApp your category, size and date. No login, no office visit — you will be given a precise price on working days within 30 minutes.

No Login 30 Min Quote
02
Compose or Send Your Ad

Send Your Content

Send your content via WhatsApp or e-mail to 9821984000 / info@riyoadvertising.com. This is a rough draft, we will format and design it. You will see a proof prior to publication, including free artwork for obituaries.

WhatsApp / Email Proof Before Print
03
Pay & Confirm

Get Your Tearsheet

Make payment through UPI, NEFT, credit/debit card or cheque. Instant confirmation with an ad reference number and GST invoice. An e-tearsheet will be emailed to you within 48-72 hours.

UPI / NEFT GST Invoice

Ready to Book?

Get Your Deccan Herald Ad Rate

Share your category and city — we'll help with the rest.

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Booking Deadlines at a Glance

Submit early to secure your preferred publication date.

Standard Classified & Display

1–2 working days

Lifestyle / Brand Premium

5–7 working days

Urgent Tender / Court Notice

Call before 12 PM

Sample Ad Formats

Copy and Adapt — Deccan Herald

These formats match what Deccan Herald's classified section expects. Replace the bracketed details with yours.

Matrimonial bordered display pulls better response
[Community] family seeks alliance for [son/daughter], [Age] yrs, [Height], [Education], working as [Profession] in [City]. [Additional details]. Contact: [Phone/Email]
Recruitment role, location, salary first
WANTED: [Job Title] for [Company Name], [Location]. Experience: [X] years. Qualification: [Degree/Diploma]. Salary: ₹[Range]. Apply with a resume to [Email/Phone] by [Date].
Property lead with locality, configuration
FOR SALE/RENT: [BHK] Flat, [Sq.ft], [Locality], [City]. [Floor/Amenities]. Price: ₹[Amount]. Contact: [Phone]
Name Change notarised affidavit mandatory
I, [Old Name], S/o or D/o [Father's/Husband's Name], resident of [Full Address], have changed my name to [New Name] for all future purposes, as per Affidavit No. [Reference]. Both names refer to the same person.
Obituary death certificate / doctor's note
[Name], beloved [relation], passed away peacefully on [Date], aged [Age]. Deeply mourned by [family members]. Prayer meet: [Date, Time, Venue].
Lost Document passport, degree, property doc
LOST: [Document type] in the name of [Full Name], lost at/near [Location] on [Date]. Finder please contact: [Phone]. FIR No. [XXX], [Police Station], if applicable.
Publication Planning

Best Day to Advertise — By Category

Choose the publication day that best matches reader intent, supplement availability and booking deadlines.

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Category Best Day Why Deadline
Matrimonial Sunday DH Spectrum — peak family readership and shelf life 2 days before
Recruitment Wed & Sun Professional audience; Sunday Spectrum for senior roles 2 days before each
Property Sat & Sun Weekend property browsing; serious buyers and investors 2 days before
Education Mon & Sun Student Edition + Sunday general reach 2 days before
Lifestyle / Brand Sunday DH Spectrum — highest engagement, 20–35% premium 5–7 days before
Obituary Any day Daily section, social concessional rates Same/next day
Name Change / Legal Any day (weekday preferred) Legal validity not day-dependent; weekday saves cost 1–2 days
Tenders / Public Notice Any day Institutional readers check daily 1–2 days
Recruitment Advertising

How to Post a Job Ad in Deccan Herald

Deccan Herald provides you maximum reach in the recruitment field across Karnataka for your IT, tech, academic medical, executive, and other job positions.

What to Put in Your Job Ad

Job title first two words, not buried in paragraph three

Company name, unless it's a confidential search

Key qualifications and years of experience

Location — city, hybrid, or remote

Salary range — this matters more than anything else

How to apply

Best time of year to recruit

Post-appraisal (Jan–Mar) and mid-year/academic surge (Jul–Sep) are strongest. Avoid the festive slowdown and summer lull (Oct and May).

Why your job ad isn't getting applications

Common mistakes that reduce response quality

01 Wrong day

Wednesday and Sunday pull stronger recruitment readership; weekday editions suit urgent local hiring only.

02 No salary range

Loses 30–40% of qualified candidates immediately.

03 Wrong section

Recruitment ads belong in the dedicated recruitment category, not general classified pages.

04 Vague job title

"Software Developer — Bengaluru — ₹8–12L" gets read. "Staff Needed" gets scrolled past.

05 Text-only for senior roles

A classified display ad with your company logo outperforms plain text for corporate hiring.

06 Only ran once

2–4 insertions over 3–4 weeks generate far more cumulative response than a single run.

Terms to avoid (legal compliance)

Age limits (use "2–5 years experience"), gender exclusions ("Male only," "Salesman"), appearance requirements ("fair complexion," "good-looking"), regional exclusions ("Locals only"), and misleading titles. Deccan Herald's editorial team rejects ads containing these before publication.

DH Spectrum · Sunday

Deccan Herald Matrimonial Ad Guide

Matrimonial ads are served to the families and senior professionals state wide in Karnataka on Sunday.

Matrimonial Offer

Book 2, Get 2 Free

Multi-edition package available*

Ad Format Rate Notes
Classified text ₹600 onwards per insertion
Classified display ₹80/sq.cm bordered display attracts more response

Writing tip: When writing, community, age, education, and profession are always in that order. A bordered display ad attracts more response.

DH Tribute

Deccan Herald Obituary Ad — How to Book Quickly

Besides ordinary social rates, a special social rate is available for obituary notices and remembrances.

Minimum size

16 sq.cm

4 × 4 cm

social rate applies

Urgent release

Same/next day

call 9821984000 before 12 PM

What you need

Death certificate

or doctor's note, ad text, photo

What You Need to Send

Death certificate / doctor's note

Required for verification

Photograph

A clear phone-quality photo is sufficient

Check the proof carefully before approval

Review every name, date, venue, prayer-meeting time and service detail before submission. Once published, corrections cannot be made.

Same-Day Obituary

Call Before 12 PM

When publication is urgent, call directly rather than waiting for a WhatsApp response. We'll check the available release window immediately.

Call Booking Desk

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Quick Process

1 Send content & documents
2 Receive & check proof
3 Approve & confirm release

Same-day publication is subject to submission time, edition availability and newspaper approval.

Legal & Statutory Advertising

Deccan Herald Public Notice — Get It Right, Get It in Time

Deccan Herald is used for court notices, bank notices, title clearances, tenders, etc.

What You Can Publish

Name change · Lost documents
NCLT filings · Tender notices
Bank recovery notices

Rates:

Bengaluru ₹18,000 for a 4×5 cm box ad; district editions are lower (Mysuru ₹3,600, Hubballi ₹3,400).

Karnataka legal requirement — read this before you book:

The statutory notices are normally published simultaneously in a Kannada daily (Prajavani or Vijaya Karnataka) with Deccan Herald. Instead, it is a package deal, with 20-35% saving over booking the papers separately with a single call for both.

Verification: This is automatically provided as a scanned copy or e-tearsheet as legal proof.

Recommended Booking Window

3–4 working days before

Don't leave a legal or regulatory notice until the day before the deadline. Allow time for checking, proof approval and publication scheduling.

Deadline approaching? Call 9821984000
Experience & Service

Why Advertisers Choose Riyo

23

Years of Experience

Authorised Deccan Herald booking partner since 2003 in all 7 editions.

10K+

Ads Booked

Matrimonial, recruitment, property, obituary, statutory listings.

4.8

Fast, confirmed quotes

Response within 30 minutes working hours, proof shared before printing.

Booking Benefits

Why Book Your Deccan Herald Ad With Riyo

From choosing the right edition to receiving your final tearsheet, one team handles the complete booking process.

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15–35% below counter rate

Every booking, with the DH + Prajavani combo saving an additional 20–35% versus booking separately.

02

One call handles Karnataka bilingual

Statutory notices published in Kannada are booked together in one call (no separate coordination).

03

Free guidance on format and day

If you post your recruitment ad on another day besides Wednesday and Sunday, your response rate will suffer. We inform you before you book.

04

Free ad drafting and design

Submit a rough draft or bullet points; we format it for Deccan Herald (including obituary artwork).

05

Proof before print

A design proof before anything prints. Nothing goes to press without your sign-off.

06

Phone answered for urgent bookings

Tender or court notice today, obituary at 11 AM. Call directly 9821984000 (Priority Desk for urgent statutory notice).

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Confirmed rate within 30 min

Call or WhatsApp with your category, size, and date. Working days.

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Tearsheet in your inbox

E-tearsheet delivered within 48-72 hours, helpful for legal documentation and regulatory submissions.

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Deccan Herald Advertising

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Deccan Herald ad rates, booking, discounts, deadlines and publication.

Booking & Authorisation

Booking process and publication support

How do I book a Deccan Herald advertisement? +

Call or WhatsApp 9821984000. Share your ad size, publication date and category. We send a discount-inclusive quote and a free layout if required. The complete process usually takes around 30 minutes.

Is Riyo Advertising an authorised Deccan Herald booking partner? +

Yes. Riyo Advertising has been an authorised Deccan Herald booking partner since 2003, with more than 10,000 ads booked and a confirmed rate turnaround of approximately 30 minutes on working days.

Does my Deccan Herald print ad appear online too? +

Yes. Your advertisement also appears in the Deccan Herald e-paper at no additional cost, giving public notices extra searchable online visibility.

Rates & Budget

Deccan Herald advertising costs and discounts

What are Deccan Herald ad rates in 2026? +

Classified display starts at ₹80–₹150 per sq.cm in Bengaluru. Main newspaper display starts at ₹1,500 per sq.cm. DH Spectrum Sunday rates range from ₹2,500–₹4,500 per sq.cm. Classified text advertisements range from ₹600–₹1,800 per insertion.

What is the minimum size of a Deccan Herald ad? +

Most classified display advertisements begin at 4×5 cm (20 sq.cm), while the smallest inner-page display slot is 4×4 cm (16 sq.cm).

Will there be any discounts in 2026? +

Yes. Standard bookings can be 15–35% below the counter rate. The DH + Prajavani combo package can provide 20–35% savings for bilingual statutory notices.

Content, Proof & Corrections

Creative quality and audience targeting

What is the best day to book a Deccan Herald recruitment ad? +

Wednesday and Sunday generally deliver stronger recruitment readership. DH Spectrum on Sunday is particularly effective for reaching senior professionals and executive candidates.

Why is Deccan Herald effective for Bengaluru's corporate sector? +

Deccan Herald attracts senior professionals, IT employees, business decision-makers and established families, making it highly effective for premium real estate and corporate recruitment campaigns.

Deadlines & Publication

Same-day bookings and publishing timelines

Can I book a Deccan Herald ad on the same day? +

Yes, for urgent obituaries and statutory notices. Call before 12 PM and confirm the publication cutoff. Standard advertisements usually require 1–2 working days.

How do I book a Name Change or Obituary ad in Deccan Herald? +

Send your affidavit for a name change advertisement or a death certificate, doctor's note and photograph for an obituary advertisement to 9821984000 or info@riyoadvertising.com. We prepare the wording and share a proof before publication.

Categories

Popular Deccan Herald ad categories

Matrimonial, property, recruitment, name change, obituary and more — live per-city rates.

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