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Book DNA Newspaper Advertisement Online β€” Best Rates & Instant Confirmation (2026)

India's first all-colour English broadsheet. Young, urban, and influential. Your ad, live in 24 hours. Place your classified or display ad in DNA (Daily News & Analysis) with expert help, assured rates and instant confirmation of booking in all editions of Daily News & Analysis in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune, Bangalore, Jaipur, Indore.

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DNA Newspaper Advertising Cost

DNA Classified Ad Rate Card

Rates for DNA Classified Advertisement w.e.f. 2026

Classified Text Ads Charged Per Line
City Edition Classified Text Rate Minimum Lines Best For
DNA Mumbai β‚Ή80 per line 3 Lines Recruitment, matrimonial, property
DNA Bangalore β‚Ή60 per line 3 Lines IT jobs, education, business
DNA Pune β‚Ή40 per line 3 Lines Property, education, local business
DNA Ahmedabad β‚Ή30 per line 3 Lines Business, matrimonial, tenders
DNA Jaipur / Indore β‚Ή15–₹25 per line 3 Lines Local advertising, notices
Why Riyo Advertising

Why Book Your DNA Ad Through Riyo Advertising?

You can book directly β€” but here's why 10,000+ advertisers choose us:

Feature Riyo Advertising Direct Booking
Expert ad drafting & proofreading βœ… Free ❌ Self-service
Dedicated account manager βœ… Yes ❌ No
Multi-city bundle discounts βœ… Up to 15% off ❌ Standard rates
Same-day booking assistance βœ… Yes ❌ Limited
Agency-level rate access βœ… Yes ❌ No
Post-publication tearsheet βœ… Yes βœ… Yes
We handle everything β€” from writing your ad copy to confirming your publication date β€” so you don't have to navigate complex rate cards alone.
2026 Rate Card

DNA Newspaper Advertisement Rates 2026

Rates vary by edition (city), ad format, page placement, and publication date. Below are the most current 2026 estimates. Contact us for a city-specific quote within 30 minutes.

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Classified Text Ads β€” Rate Per Line

The most affordable DNA ad format. Charged per line; ideal for matrimonial, name change, lost & found, and personal notices.

Rate: β‚Ή15 – β‚Ή80 per line (varies by city)

Minimum lines: Usually 3 lines

Enhancements: Bold text, tick mark, colour background available at small extra cost

Best for: Matrimonial, obituary, name change, lost & found

πŸ’‘ Pro tip: Every word counts toward your line count. Keep your message under 4 lines to stay in the lowest cost bracket. Our copywriters help you do this for free.
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Classified Display Ads β€” Rate Per Sq Cm

Display ads support logos, images, custom fonts, and borders. Charged per square centimeter.

Edition Type Estimated Rate Best For
Smaller Cities / Regional Editions β‚Ή15 – β‚Ή495 per sq cm Recruitment, local retail, education
Metro Cities (Mumbai / Bangalore) β‚Ή640 – β‚Ή2,080 per sq cm Property, recruitment, institutions, premium retail
Best for: Recruitment, real estate, education institutions, retail.
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Main Newspaper Display Ads

Premium placements within the main DNA paper β€” front page, page 3, or editorial adjacency.

Rate: β‚Ή640 – β‚Ή2,080+ per sq cm

Extra loading: Front page, back page, and page 3 carry surcharges

Best for: Brand campaigns, product launches, real estate projects, corporate announcements

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Half Page & Full Page Ads

For advertisers seeking maximum visibility and city-wide dominance.

Format Estimated Pricing Best For
Half Page β‚Ή50,000 – β‚Ή40 Lakhs+ Product launches, property, institutions
Full Page Starting β‚Ή75 Lakhs+ National campaigns and large-scale branding
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Jacket (Front Wrap) Ad

The most premium DNA ad format. Your brand wraps the entire front of the newspaper.

Rate: β‚Ή70 Lakhs+ per insert

Best for: FMCG, automobile launches, major real estate projects, banking & finance

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Why Book Your DNA Ad With Us?

It's self-service, there's no advice on format or placement, or advice on timing - booking directly works. Riyo Advertising lets you add the professional touch to make any booking an effective ad.

We have over 10,000 DNA ad bookings. What does that experience mean to you:

βœ… We know which placements keep people reading and get conversions β€” A recruitment ad in the main paper on a Tuesday gets a fraction of the candidates as compared to a Sunday. DNA's youth, urban audience is most active on weekends. We always direct you to the correct slot β€” not any slot.
βœ… Free ad copy help β€” When it comes to classified text ads, each additional line is a cost. We will craft a concise, well-crafted ad that, while it fits into 3-4 lines, doesn't skip information that moves the needle for responses. With display ads we recommend size, layout and enhancements that have an impact on the results.
βœ… Agency-level rates passed to you β€” We access DNA inventory at agency pricing and pass the benefit directly to you. With our first booking discount (5% off), loyalty discount (10% off 2nd order) and bulk packages, the total cost you save is always cheaper than booking alone.
βœ… Multi-city bookings made easy β€” Need to run your ad in DNA Mumbai, Ahmedabad and Pune all at once? We do all three in one booking, give automatic combo discounts, and give one invoice. No separate portals or separate payments.
βœ… Dedicated support until publication β€” We confirm your booking, follow up on the publication date and send you a tearsheet (scanned proof of the published ad) within 48 to 72 hours. When there's any publishing mistake, we take it up on your behalf with DNA.

Understanding DNA Ad Pricing

Pricing Models

πŸ“ Classified Text Ads (Run-of-Line / ROL)

PPC Ads (Charged per line) - Most categories require at least 3 lines. The per-line rate is different in each city; Mumbai and Bangalore are more expensive per line than Jaipur or Indore due to differences in circulation numbers and readership. Bold, tick mark and colour background are other enhancements available and come with a flat rate per insertion.

πŸ–ΌοΈ Classified Display Ads

Charged per square centimeter. You have an exact size in mind. Logos, photos, colour backgrounds, custom fonts and borders are allowed. These ads are placed in the classified section and are far more likely to get responses than plain text ads, for business-type categories.

πŸ“° Main Newspaper Display Ads

Large format advertisements in the main DNA newspaper, next to editorial. Charges applied to the loading of the page, in addition to the price per sq cm β€” charges for the front page (best position for readers), page 3 and back page are higher, as readers are more attentive to these pages.

Key Cost Factors

πŸŒ† Edition & City

It is the flagship and the most costly DNA edition as it has the highest circulation and brand presence. The next tier of cities are Bangalore and Pune. The cheapest editions are Jaipur and Indore, meaning that regionally, these are the best choices for those focused on advertising in those areas.

πŸ“… Day of Publication

The Sunday edition is priced at a premium rate in order to compensate for the largest single-day circulation. There are more active and engaged readers on weekends, particularly Saturday and Sunday β€” where consumer-oriented advertisements such as matrimonial, property and lifestyle ads see higher response rates. Legal notices and tender ads: Any weekday is most cost effective when timing is not a critical factor.

✨ Enhancements

Bold text, tick marks and colour backgrounds offer a slight additional flat fee per insertion and make a big difference in visibility of the classifieds text. When it comes to text ads for matrimonial and recruitment, bold + tick mark is always worthwhile, as the visibility will increase to a large extent and the cost will be negligible.

🀝 Combo & Multi-City Bookings

When multiple editions are booked together (e.g. Mumbai + Pune + Ahmedabad), they qualify for bundle pricing that will not be available on city bookings. Usually 10–15% cheaper per city than if you book them individually. This is particularly popular for recruitment drives that aim to reach recruits in several cities at once.

Booking Process

How to Book Your DNA Ad in 5 Steps

Total time: Under 15 minutes

1

Choose Your Category

Select from: Matrimonial, Recruitment, Property, Education, Obituary, Name Change, Tender/Public Notice, Lost & Found, Automobiles, or Business.

2

Select Your Ad Format

Classified Text β€” Most affordable. Charged per line.
Classified Display β€” Visual impact with logos/images. Charged per sq cm.
Main Paper Display β€” Premium editorial placement.

3

Pick Your City & Edition

Choose one or multiple editions: DNA Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune, Bangalore, Jaipur, and Indore.

4

Choose Your Publication Date

Use our calendar to select your date. See "Best Days by Category" below for maximum response rates.

5

Pay & Confirm

Pay via Credit/Debit Card, UPI, Net Banking, or Wallet. Receive instant booking confirmation with your ad reference number.

⚠️ Book at least 2 days before your target publication date to guarantee your slot.
Categories & Guides

DNA Ad Categories β€” Which Format Suits Your Need?

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Best day: Sunday

Matrimonial Ads in DNA

Hence it is an ideal platform for matrimonial advertisers for finding educated and professionally engaged matches in Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad and Bangalore, as DNA has a young, urban, English-reading audience. The Sunday classifieds are read when parents and candidates have time to read in the weekend, at their peak family reading time. With a classified text ad for as low as β‚Ή15/line, you'll reach high-end, urban audiences.

Required: No special documents. Ad can be booked the same week.

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Best days: Wednesday & Sunday

Recruitment Ads

DNA delivers the kind of candidates that urban employers are looking for; young, English educated, digitally savvy professionals focused on Mumbai, Bangalore, Pune and Ahmedabad. Job postings on Sunday and Wednesday tend to attract the most attention because people who are working check job postings on the weekend and during the middle of the week. A display ad with a company logo can make your company's brand, and bring in candidates β€” much more effective than a plain text job posting.

Tip: DNA's youth-skewed readership makes it particularly effective for IT, media, retail, and startup hiring.

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Best days: Saturday & Sunday

Property Ads

Property ads are distributed to Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad and Bangalore's serious buyers and renters, where DNA has the highest readership. Weekend property viewing is the norm and readers read the Saturday and Sunday newspapers for listings and to arrange a viewing of their properties. DNA property ads are the ideal choice for builders, developers, brokers and landlords to connect with first home buyers and young professionals entering the property market.

Best for: New project launches, resale listings, commercial leasing, rental properties.

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Available Daily | Special Rates

Obituary & Condolence Ads

There is an obituary and condolence section of DNA that is open each day. These are sensitive announcements and come with special discounted rates. Urgent notices can be booked the same day or next day, contact the media desk directly at 9821984000 for priority booking. We take care of the entire process, from confirmation of copies to delivery of tearsheets.

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Any day | Affidavit mandatory

Name Change / Legal Notice Ads

The legal requirements for name change ads are that you should have a copy of your notarized affidavit. The published DNA copy is a legally valid document showing you name change. We take you through the correct format of your document for full compliance. These are legal notices β€” the newspaper copy will be your official proof of publication.

Also includes: Marriage notice, lost document notice, property notice, court summons.

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Mumbai & Ahmedabad editions most effective

Tender & Public Notice Ads

DNA has a robust presence in Mumbai and Ahmedabad, making it a preferred choice of government bodies, PSUs, banks, and private companies for publishing tender invitations and statutory notices. For organisations which tenders notice regularly, we have agency rates for bulk bookings. GST-compliant invoicing available.

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Best days: Monday & Sunday

Education Ads

DNA's readers are young, urban and first generation college-educated families, which makes it ideal for education advertisers. Colleges, coaching institutes, professional certification programs, MBA schools, study abroad consultants reach a very aspirational audience that is taking active decisions on their education. The best time for education advertising is Monday and Sunday.

DNA City Editions β€” Reach & Readership

City Edition Best Ad Category Rate Range (Classified Display)
DNA Mumbai Recruitment, real estate, lifestyle, brand β‚Ή2,080/sq cm
DNA Ahmedabad Matrimonial, business, real estate, tenders β‚Ή495/sq cm
DNA Pune Property, recruitment, education, matrimonial β‚Ή640/sq cm
DNA Bangalore Tech recruitment, education, lifestyle β‚Ή1,040/sq cm
DNA Jaipur Matrimonial, business, local notices β‚Ή495/sq cm
DNA Indore Business, matrimonial, local advertising Contact us

Multi-city bookings get combo discounts. Ask us for bundle pricing.

Classified Text vs. Display Ads β€” Which Should You Choose?

πŸ“ Classified Text
Cost β‚Ή15–₹80/line
Visual impact Low
Logo/image ❌ No
Best for Matrimonial, obituary, name change
Response rate Good for personal ads
Booking speed Fastest
πŸ–ΌοΈ Classified Display
Cost β‚Ή495–₹2,080/sq cm
Visual impact High
Logo/image βœ… Yes
Best for Recruitment, property, education
Response rate Better for business ads
Booking speed Fast
Our recommendation: For personal ads (matrimonial, obituary, name change) β€” go text. For any business purpose β€” invest in display. DNA's young, educated readership responds particularly well to visually polished display ads that communicate brand quality.

Best Days to Publish Your DNA Ad (2026 Guide)

Category Best Day(s) Why
Matrimonial Sunday Peak family readership; highest matrimonial response
Recruitment Wednesday & Sunday Working professionals browse listings mid-week and weekends
Property / Real Estate Saturday & Sunday Weekend browsing; serious buyers and investors
Education / Admissions Monday & Sunday Start-of-week engagement; Sunday for maximum reach
Obituary / Condolence Any day Dedicated daily section, concessional rates
Name Change / Legal Any day Legal validity, not readership-dependent
Tenders / Public Notice Any day Institutional readers check daily
Lost & Found Any day Urgent notices, daily readership
Automobiles Any day Consistent daily car-buyer readership

Exclusive DNA Ad Offers β€” 2026

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First-time Advertisers
Flat 5% off your first booking
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Second Order
Flat 10% off automatically applied
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Bulk Booking
Buy 4 insertions, get the 5th free β€” perfect for weekly recruitment or property campaigns
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Matrimonial Special
Book 2 ads across cities, get 2 free insertions
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Multi-city Bundles
Up to 15% discount when booking 3+ city editions together
Offers valid on online bookings. Cannot be combined unless specified.
FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What will the cost of advertising a DNA be in 2026? +

The prices for classified text ads begin between β‚Ή15 and β‚Ή80 per line, depending on the city. Therefore, the city that is the most costly is Mumbai while the cheapest is Jaipur and Indore. Classified display ads (with logos and images) range from β‚Ή495/sq cm for Ahmedabad edition and Gujarat edition, to β‚Ή2,080/sq cm for the Mumbai edition. Please get a precise quote for your city and category, we do the same within 30 minutes during working days.

What's the difference between classified text and classified display ads? +

Classified text ads are plain running ads with no graphics and the lowest price per line. Classified display ads: these can have logos, photos, custom fonts and borders and cost by the square centimeter. Display ads offer business advertisers a higher response rate, are very visible in the classifieds section and communicate brand quality.

What day is the best for a matrimonial ad in DNA? +

The best day is Sunday. While there's time to read through the ads, DNA's urban readers are the most active on Sundays. The rate premium on Sundays is quite substantial, and consistently well worth the advertising cost for matrimonial advertisers.

What makes DNA different from Times of India or Hindustan Times for advertisers? +

DNA was conceived to reach the younger, urban, English-educated audience across the 22-40 age group in their metros: Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore and Ahmedabad. This is especially true of certain industries where this group is the main customer: IT recruitment, entry-level and mid-level roles, first-home property purchases, education, and lifestyle products. TOI has a larger absolute circ and DNA has an acute youth-urban readership.

How is DNA not like Times of India or Hindustan Times for advertisers? +

The target audience for DNA was from the age group of 22-40, who are younger, urban and educated in English, and mostly concentrated in Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore and Ahmedabad. It's particularly effective in certain categories where it is the main buyer, such as IT recruitment, entry and mid-level positions, first home, education, and lifestyle products. DNA is more urban and has a distinct youth readership, while TOI has a higher absolute circulation.

Do I need any documents to book a name change ad in DNA? +

Yes. You must have the original notarized affidavit that has been scanned. The published DNA ad is a legally binding document of your name change. We advise you what the format should be and confirm your ad copy before submission.

Do I have the option to book a DNA advert for numerous cities simultaneously? +

Yes. You can do a multiple city booking. Bundle discounts of up to 15% are available for multi-city bookings. The common combinations of routes are Mumbai + Pune to reach Maharashtra and Mumbai + Ahmedabad to cover the west part of India. You can estimate the most cost effective mix for your desired geography.

Where can I check to see if my DNA ad was published? +

Tearsheet service is offered within 48–72 hours of the published ad, which is a scanned copy of the newspaper ad. This is also helpful for verifying legal compliance notice requirements for name change ads, public notices and statutory announcements in which proof of notice is required.

What is the minimum width of a DNA classified display ad? +

The minimum size for classified display ads in DNA is 3cm x 5cm (15 sq cm). Main paper display ads (inner pages) must be at least 4 cm Γ— 5 cm (20 sq cm). A minimum is needed for front page display ads contact us to see what the current minimum is for your preferred edition.

Is DNA a good platform for advertising in Ahmedabad and Gujarat? +

Yes ,DNA Ahmedabad has a strong presence among the youth and English educated professional and business community in Gujarat. The Ahmedabad edition also includes Surat and other big cities of Gujarat. DNA's Gujarat editions in both newsprint and classified publications are among the most cost-effective of all major English daily newspapers in a metro market, making it a good ROI for businesses looking to appeal to the rising professional class of Gujarat.

About Us

About Riyo Advertising

Riyo Advertising is an authorized advertising partner of the publications of DNA (Daily News & Analysis) and Diligent Media Corporation. Trusted advice on ad placement, format choice, ad copy and booking for business firms, individuals and institutions, ensuring that every ad dollar spent brings the greatest return.

We have managed 10,000+ DNA ad bookings in matrimonial, recruitment, real estate, obituary, public notice and corporate display advertising in all editions across all cities.

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