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Deccan Herald

Karnataka's Premier English Daily Since 1948 | 1.5M+ Daily Readers & 10.69M Combined Reach
Classified or display — 15–35% below counter rates, guaranteed, with free ad drafting and proof before print. Over 20 Years of Riyo Advertising.

Agency rates + custom packages & discounts
Free ad drafting & design — including obituary artwork
Proof before print — nothing publishes without approval
DH + Prajavani Combo in one booking — 20-35% savings
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Starting rates: Classified from ₹80/sq.cm | Display from ₹1,500/sq.cm | Sunday DH Spectrum from ₹2,500/sq.cm | Public Notice from ₹18,000 (Bengaluru 4×5)
YOUR AD GOES IN THIS PAPER
Deccan Herald Newspaper front page
7 Editions
Karnataka Coverage
BLR, MYS, HBX, IXG, Davanagere, Kalaburagi, Hosapete
10,000+
Ads booked through Riyo
Since 2003
10.69M
Combined Readership
DH + Prajavani Combo
1.5M+
Daily Readers
Statewide circulation & reach
30 mins
Response Time
Quotes confirmed quickly
Editions: Bengaluru, Mysuru, Hubballi, Mangaluru, Davanagere, Kalaburagi, Hosapete
Same-day tender or court notice? Call 9821984000 before 12 PM — priority desk for urgent statutory notices.
How it worksThree steps to print
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Tell us category, size & date Exact rate quoted before you commit
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Send your content, get a proof A rough draft is enough — we format & design
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Approve & pay Instant confirmation, ad reference number + GST invoice
Choose Your Format

Three ways to advertise in Deccan Herald

Each Deccan Herald advert is one of three types. They are in different sections of the paper with different rates and for different purposes. Choose the format and then the rate. Not sure? Call 9821984000.

MOST ECONOMICAL

MATRIMONIAL

Hindu family seeks alliance for daughter, 28 yrs, MBA, IT professional, Bengaluru. Contact: 9821984000

WANTED: Software Developer, Bengaluru. Exp: 3 yrs. Apply: info@riyoadvertising.com

LOST: Property deed near MG Road. Finder contact: 9821984000
Classified Text
Plain running-text ad in the classifieds section. Billed per line. Bounded by standard abbreviations.
Best for
Matrimonial · Obituary · Name Change · Document Lost · Situation Vacant
Rate: ₹600–₹1,800 per insertion · Tickmark highlight available
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VALUE FOR MONEY
EDUCATION
BBA/MBA
Admissions Open
PUBLIC NOTICE
Name Change
Share Certificate
FOR SALE
2BHK Flat
Bengaluru ₹85L
RECRUITMENT
Manager Sales
Apply Now
Classified Display
Photo, logo, colour and custom typography for display impact inside the classified section. Billed per sq.cm.
Best for
Property · Recruitment · Business · Education · Institutional Matrimonial
Rate: ₹80–₹150/sq.cm · min size 3×5 cm
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BRAND CAMPAIGNS
PUBLIC NOTICE
Government of Karnataka · Tender Notice
Sealed bids invited for infrastructure works in Bangalore Metropolitan Area. Submit before 31 Aug 2026.
Display Ad
Premium placement beside editorial content anywhere in the paper. Custom page choice and dimensions. Billed per sq.cm.
Best for
Brand · Retail · Auto · Real estate projects · BFSI Corporate
Inside Page ₹1,500/sq.cm · DH Spectrum Sunday ₹2,500/sq.cm
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Deccan Herald Advertising Cost

Deccan Herald Display Ad Rate Card

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

All The Ad Rates are in per Sq Cm.
Editions Base Rate [B/W] Base Rate [Clr] Front Page [Clr] Page 3 [Clr] Back Page [Clr] Min Size (c.m)
Ad Dimensions

Display Ad Sizes in Deccan Herald

Choose the correct size based on your message type. Front Page has specific dimension constraints.

Size Dimensions Area Built For Estimated Cost (Basic Rate)
Minimum (Inner Page) 4 cm Width × 4 cm Height 16 sq.cm Small business visibility, pointer ads, small notices ₹24,000
Standard 10 cm Width × 10 cm Height 100 sq.cm Recruitment, property, education ads ₹1,50,000
Quarter Page 12 cm Width × 20 cm Height 240 sq.cm Real estate, corporate launches, tender notices ₹3,60,000
Half Page 25 cm Width × 16 cm Height 400 sq.cm Premium campaigns, major launches ₹6,000,000
Full Page Full Column × Full Height Full Page Brand ownership, total reader capture, government notices ₹1,500,000+
Front Page (minimum) 12 cm Width × 20 cm Height 240 sq.cm Maximum-impact; statewide visibility ₹1,440,000
Jacket Full supplement wrap Both sides Real estate mega-launches, hospital openings Call for quote
Pick Where Your Ad Runs

Pick Where Your Ad Runs — Deccan Herald Placements

Deccan Herald is not "one paper". Each of its supplements targets a different audience on a different day. Choose the right supplement to optimize campaign reach.

Placement Supplement Day Who Reads It First Best For
Main Newspaper Main Daily Daily General statewide readers Display, statutory, tender, brand
DH Spectrum Sunday flagship Sunday Affluent families, urban professionals Luxury brands, real estate, matrimonial, lifestyle
DH Metro Hyperlocal daily Daily Bengaluru neighbourhood residents Local property, restaurants, retail, events
Student Edition Education focus Monday Students, parents, schools Colleges, coaching institutes, CET/NEET/JEE
Property Plus Property focus Saturday Property buyers, realtors, investors Real estate, developers, rentals
Categories

What Can You Advertise in Deccan Herald?

We book all 28 categories in one call. Knowing what it is built for helps optimize your budget.

💍 Matrimonial Ads

Sunday is the only day: Matrimonials reach families actively looking on Sunday mornings in the Sunday DH Spectrum. Billed per line or per sq.cm for classified display.

💼 Recruitment Ads

Wednesday & Sunday: Karnataka's most reliable platform for government jobs, IT, tech, healthcare, and senior executives. Display format with company logo outperforms plain text.

🏠 Property Ads

Saturday & Sunday: DH's readership reaches senior professionals and established families who are the buyer profile for premium residential and commercial projects.

📜 Tender & Public Notice

Any weekday: Accepted by courts, sub-registrar offices, PSUs, and banks for statutory notices. Unit price (4×5 cm): Bengaluru ₹18,000 · Mysuru ₹3,600 · Hubballi ₹3,400.

📝 Name Change & Lost Documents

Any day: Notarised affidavit is mandatory. Published ad serves as legal proof. Ideal for lost passport, degree, marksheet, or property documents.

🎓 Education Ads

Monday & Sunday: Student Edition is widely read by students, parents, and decision-makers in Karnataka for admissions, CET, NEET, JEE, and coaching alerts.

All 28 categories bookable: Matrimonial · Property · Recruitment · Business · Personal · Automobiles · Announcement · Astrology · Change of Name · Computers · Court Notice · Education · Loss of Documents · Obituary · Public Notice · Tenders · Tours & Travels

Timing is Everything

Best Day to Advertise — By Category

Booking on the wrong day is one of the most common and most avoidable mistakes.

Category Best Day Why Deadline
Matrimonial Sunday DH Spectrum — peak family readership and shelf life 2 days before
Recruitment / Appointment Wednesday & Sunday Professional audience; Sunday Spectrum for senior roles 2 days before each
Property / Real Estate Saturday & Sunday Weekend property browsing; serious buyers and investors 2 days before
Education / Admissions Monday & Sunday Student Edition + Sunday general reach 2 days before
Lifestyle / Brand Sunday DH Spectrum — highest engagement, premium audience, 20–35% premium 5–7 days before
Obituary / Condolence 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 Guide

How to Post a Job Ad in Deccan Herald

Deccan Herald offers the best recruitment reach across Karnataka, covering IT, tech, academic, healthcare and executive roles. Reaching the right candidates is all about getting the execution right.

What to put in the ad body

→ Job title: First two words, not buried in paragraph three.
→ Company name: Unless it's a confidential search.
→ Qualifications: Key credentials and years of experience.
→ Location: City, hybrid, or remote. Be specific.
→ Salary range: This matters more than anything else.
→ How to apply: Email, portal link, or phone.

Why your Deccan Herald job ad isn't getting applications

✕ Wrong day: Wednesday and Sunday pull stronger recruitment readership; weekday editions suit urgent local hiring only.
✕ No salary range: An ad without salary loses 30–40% of qualified candidates immediately.
✕ Wrong section: Recruitment ads belong in the dedicated recruitment category, not the general classified pages.
✕ Vague job title: "Software Developer — Bengaluru — ₹8–12L" gets read. "Staff Needed" gets scrolled past.
✕ Text-only for senior roles: A classified display ad with your company logo outperforms plain text for corporate hiring.
✕ Only ran once: 2–4 insertions over 3–4 weeks generate far more cumulative response than a single run.

Hiring Intent Seasonality

🔴 HIGH
Jan–Mar: Post-appraisal
Highest job-switch intent period
🔴 HIGH
Jul–Sep: Mid-year surge
Mid-year hiring surge; academic-year appointments
AVOID
Oct & May: Festive slowdown & Summer lull
Lower activity periods for recruiting

⚠️ Legal Compliance Checklist

Deccan Herald's editorial team reviews advertisements before publication. To prevent copy rejection:
✕ Avoid age limits ("Below 30 only"). Use "2–5 years experience".
✕ Avoid gender exclusions ("Male only" or titles like "Salesman").
✕ Avoid appearance requirements ("fair complexion", "good-looking").
✕ Avoid regional exclusions ("Locals only").
✕ Avoid misleading titles (dressing up cold-call sales as "executive").

❤ Matrimonial Guide

Sunday is the only day that matters. Reaches families and senior professionals across Karnataka.

• Rates: Classified text starts at ₹600 onwards; Classified display ₹80/sq.cm onwards.
• Offers: Book 2 Get 2 Free multi-edition package available.
• Writing tip: Always follow the order: community, age, education, profession. A bordered display ad pulls better response.

🕯 Obituary Guide

Obituary and remembrance notices carry special discounted social rates.

• Minimum size: 16 sq.cm (4 cm × 4 cm).
• Urgent Release: Same-day or next-day possible. Call 9821984000 before 12 PM.
• Requirement: Death certificate or doctor's note, text, and a photo of the deceased.

⚖ Public Notice Guide

Accepted for court notices, bank notices, title clearances, and tenders.

• Covers: Name change, lost documents, NCLT, tender notices, recoveries.
• Rates: Bengaluru ₹18,000 for 4×5 cm box ad; district rates are lower.
• Verification: Scanned copy of publication or e-tearsheet is provided automatically as legal proof.

Honest Comparison

Riyo vs. Direct Walk-in vs. Self-Serve Portals

There is a right answer depending on your situation. Here is how we compare.

Feature Riyo Advertising Deccan Herald Walk-in Self-Serve Portal
Ad Rates Agency rate + bundled packages (up to 15% off) Full counter rate Full counter rate
DH + Prajavani Combo ✅ One booking — 20–35% savings ❌ Separate bookings required ❌ Not supported
Guidance on format/day ✅ Included ⚠ Limited ❌ None
Ad drafting/design help ✅ Included; free artwork for obituaries ❌ Not available ❌ Not available
Name Change handling ✅ We draft from your affidavit/gazette ⚠ Varies ❌ Not standard
Design proof before print ✅ Included ⚠ Varies ❌ Not standard
Urgent statutory handling ✅ Priority desk ⚠ Subject to local desk ❌ Not guaranteed
Tearsheet by email ✅ Instant e-tearsheet within 48-72 hours ⚠ Manual follow-up ❌ Not standard
Response time ✅ 30 minutes Variable Variable
Alternative Media Options

Also Book in the Same Call

Compare options to expand your advertising campaign across other popular dailies.

Newspaper Name Language Best For & Reach
Prajavani Kannada Karnataka's highest-circulated Kannada daily — required for statutory notices alongside DH
Times of India English Pan-India business and general reach
The Hindu English South India editorial and statutory reach
New Indian Express English South India statutory and editorial reach
Economic Times English Business, finance, and corporate notices
Vijaya Karnataka Kannada Wide Kannada readership across Karnataka
The Questions Desk

The things you're wondering,
answered.

Specific to booking an ad in Deccan Herald — rates, formats, deadlines, and proof. Tap a question to expand.

03 QUESTIONS

How do I book?

What advertisers ask before they trust the booking

Q. How do I book a Deccan Herald advertisement?
Call or WhatsApp 9821984000. State the size, dates, and type of the ad. We send a discount-inclusive quote — and a free layout if you need one. About 30 minutes, start to finish.
Q. Is Riyo Advertising an authorised Deccan Herald booking partner?
Yes — booking Deccan Herald ads since 2003, over 10,000 ads across our client base, 4.8/5 average rating.
Q. Does my Deccan Herald print ad appear online too?
You get a digital e-tearsheet immediately after publication for your records. The ad may also be displayed in the e-paper edition, depending on the category.
03 QUESTIONS

What will it cost me?

Rates, formats, and how the price is set

Q. What are Deccan Herald ad rates in 2026?
Classified display starts at ₹80–₹150/sq.cm (Bengaluru). Main newspaper display starts at ₹1,500/sq.cm (inner page weekday). DH Spectrum Sunday runs ₹2,500–₹4,500/sq.cm. Classified text ads run ₹600–₹1,800 per insertion. Public Notice Bengaluru (4×5 cm) runs ₹18,000.
Q. What is the minimum size of a Deccan Herald ad?
4×4 cm (16 sq.cm) for display. Classified text has standard line minimums.
Q. Will there be any discounts in 2026?
Yes. Combo packages like DH + Prajavani offer 20-35% combined savings. Repeat bookings get 10% off automatically. Bulk discounts on recruitment series and special social rates for obituaries.
02 QUESTIONS

Timing and Placement

Deadlines, publication days, and categories

Q. What is the best day to book a Deccan Herald recruitment ad?
Wednesday & Sunday. Those are the days with peak professional readership and target IT/executive hirers.
Q. Why is Deccan Herald effective for reaching Bengaluru's corporate sector?
It reaches the established, high-purchasing-power Bengaluru audience — government officials, academics, senior executives, and long-standing Karnataka families.
02 QUESTIONS

Urgent assistance

Deadlines, emergencies, and documents

Q. Can I book a Deccan Herald ad on the same day?
For urgent statutory notices such as tenders or court summons, yes, our priority desk works to get them done same-day or next-day IF the paper's cutoff permits. Call 9821984000 before 12 PM.
Q. How do I book a Name Change or Obituary ad in Deccan Herald?
Name Change: email a photo of your affidavit or gazette copy — we draft the legally correct wording from it. Obituary: share a photo and text on WhatsApp, and we send final artwork for approval before anything prints.

Still got a question? Call or WhatsApp — the team replies within 30 minutes.

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Explore Deccan Herald Advertising Options

💼 Deccan Herald Recruitment Ads Wednesday & Sunday recruitment and CV advertisements targeting Karnataka's professionals. 🏠 Deccan Herald Property Ads Weekend real estate listings for buyers, investors and agents. ⚖ Deccan Herald Public Notice & Tender Ads Court summons, statutory notices, bank notices, and public auctions. 🕯 Deccan Herald Obituary Ads Obituary, condolence, and remembrance announcements at special social rates. ❤ Deccan Herald Matrimonial Ads Sunday matrimonial classified ads with Book 2 Get 2 package deals. 🎓 Deccan Herald Education Ads Monday Student Edition and Sunday admission advertisements.
Karnataka legal requirements: simultaneous publication in Kannada daily (Prajavani or Vijaya Karnataka) managed at 20-35% combined package savings. One call, one contact.
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