Book Kannada Prabha newspaper ads online today. Classified text, classified display, full display, obituary, name change, matrimonial, recruitment, public notice, tender notice — all categories, all 7 Karnataka editions, confirmed 2026 rates.
Kannada Prabha is a leading Kannada daily newspaper published in India. Founded on November 4, 1967, Kannada Prabha is one of the most popular newspapers in Karnataka, with a readership of over 2 million. The newspaper is known for its extensive coverage of state and national news, as well as its focus on local issues.
Kannada Prabha is owned by The New Indian Express Group. It was started with a single edition in Bangalore and today is spread across the state with 5 other publication centers — covering Mangalore, Shimoga, Belgaum, Hubli and Hyderabad.
The newspaper also publishes a variety of special interest sections, such as sports, business, and entertainment. Read Online: Kannada Prabha epaper — Read anywhere, anytime.
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💰 Key Kannada Prabha Ad Rates
Avail special offers and rates for publishing your ads — Name change, Obituary, Remembrance, Appointment, Recruitment, Education, Vehicle & Automobile, Lost & found, Property, Public notice and Tender notice ads.
🔄 Change of Name Ads
Kannada Prabha name change ad counts as the local Kannada newspaper in the standard two-newspaper requirement for official name changes (passport, Aadhaar, driving licence, property records). Legally sufficient in classified text format — display is not needed and costs significantly more for no legal benefit.
🕊️ Obituary & Remembrance Ads
Obituary ads in Kannada Prabha reach families across Karnataka who read the paper specifically for these notices. You can include a photograph, personal message, and funeral/prayer meeting details. Remembrance ads (death anniversary) use the same format. For same-day obituary release — content before 2 PM.
💒 Matrimonial Ads
Kannada Prabha's matrimonial section is widely read by Kannada-speaking families across Karnataka. Classified text is the standard format. Classified display (with photo) costs more but gets better response. Sunday editions get higher matrimonial readership.
👔 Recruitment Ads
Recruitment ads in Kannada Prabha work for positions requiring Karnataka presence — field staff, Kannada-speaking customer-facing roles, teachers, regional managers. Sunday edition gets stronger readership for recruitment. Classified display format (with company logo) performs better for branded recruitment.
📋 Tender Notice Ads
Government agencies, housing societies, and private contractors placing tenders in Karnataka regularly use Kannada Prabha. Its 7-edition coverage means a single booking reaches all major Karnataka districts. DAVP rates apply for eligible government tenders.
🏠 Property Ads
Property classifieds in Kannada Prabha reach buyers and tenants across Bangalore, Mangalore, Hubli, Belgaum, and other Karnataka cities. Text classified for individual listings. Display ads (with photos, project branding) for housing projects and commercial developments.
🔍 Lost & Found Ads
For lost documents — passport, driving licence, mark sheets, property papers — a newspaper notice creates a public record. Text classified is sufficient. 3–5 lines is standard. Publish within 1–2 days. Rates start at ₹250.
📢 Public Notice & Legal Notice Ads
Kannada Prabha public notice ad rate: ₹100/sq.cm B&W — one of the most economical rates in Karnataka for a newspaper of this reach. Kannada Prabha satisfies most Karnataka court and government requirements for public notices.
Display Ad Rates (per sq.cm)
| Placement | B&W | Colour |
|---|---|---|
| Front Page | ₹300/sq.cm | ₹375/sq.cm |
| Back Page | ₹225/sq.cm | ₹281/sq.cm |
| Inner Page | ₹150/sq.cm | ₹188/sq.cm |
| Public Notice | ₹100/sq.cm | — |
Classified Text Ad Rates
| Format | Pricing |
|---|---|
| Minimum charge | 15 words (base rate) |
| Extra words | Charged per word beyond 15 |
| Enhancements | Bold, tick mark, colour highlight, border — marginal extra |
| Starting rate | ₹250 for basic text classified |
Classified Display Ad Rates
| Format | Detail |
|---|---|
| Minimum size | 3 cm W × 5 cm H (15 sq.cm) |
| Pricing basis | Per sq.cm |
| Starting rate | ₹1,575 approx for Bangalore edition |
| Includes | Images, logos, custom fonts |
Rates verified June 2026 via active Riyo Advertising bookings. Rates change quarterly — confirm before finalising your layout, especially for front page colour and Bangalore edition classified display.
Kannada Prabha publishes simultaneously from 7 centres across Karnataka:
Bangalore · Mangalore · Shimoga (Shivamogga) · Belgaum (Belagavi) · Hubli (Hubballi) · Gulbarga (Kalaburagi) · Hyderabad
You can book for a single city edition or all editions together. Bangalore edition rates are slightly higher than Tier 2 cities like Shimoga or Gulbarga — rates in smaller cities are lower, which matters if you're targeting a specific district. Confirm the edition-specific rate when you call.
For statewide campaigns — housing projects, government tenders, company notices — booking all 7 editions together through Riyo gets you a package rate that's more economical than booking each separately.
Step 1 — Share your requirement WhatsApp 9821984000 with: ad category (name change / obituary / property / recruitment / public notice), preferred edition (Bangalore / all editions), preferred publication date, and your ad content or a brief description.
Step 2 — Get your rate and proof We confirm the exact rate within the hour. For display ads and classified display, we share an ad proof before release — you approve it before we submit to the newspaper.
Step 3 — Make payment UPI, NEFT/RTGS, or cheque. Payment confirmed before release. You receive a GST invoice after payment.
Step 4 — Ad published + tearsheet Ad goes to Kannada Prabha editorial. After approval, published on your chosen date. We email you the soft copy (PDF tearsheet) as proof of publication.
For Kannada Prabha ad booking today — same-day release is possible if content reaches us before 2 PM. For next-day release, content should be confirmed by 4–5 PM. Missing this window by even an hour pushes the release date by one day. Call (don't WhatsApp) for urgent same-day bookings.
This is the question most people don't ask out loud. Here's the honest answer.
Booking directly with Kannada Prabha's advertising department means visiting the office, negotiating without rate benchmarks, and managing the proof-correction cycle yourself. For a business or professional booking one ad a year, that process is slow and the walk-in rate is rarely the best rate.
Riyo Advertising has been booking Kannada Prabha ads since 2003. We have a direct booking relationship with the newspaper. What that means for you:
For a name change or obituary — where the ad is time-sensitive and format-specific — having someone who knows the newspaper's requirements is genuinely useful.
Name Change Ads in Kannada Prabha
Kannada Prabha name change ad counts as the local Kannada newspaper in the standard two-newspaper requirement for official name changes (passport, Aadhaar, driving licence, property records).
Format: text classified with old name, new name, address, and declaration. Legally sufficient in classified text format — display is not needed and costs significantly more for no legal benefit.
Sample name change ad format:
I, [Old Name], S/o [Father's Name], residing at [Full Address], hereby declare that I have changed my name from [Old Name] to [New Name]. All future records may be noted accordingly.
Send us your details on WhatsApp. We draft the format and release in 1–2 working days. Kannada Prabha name change ad booking online — WhatsApp 9821984000.
Obituary and Remembrance Ads
Obituary ads in Kannada Prabha reach families across Karnataka who read the paper specifically for these notices. You can include a photograph, personal message, and funeral/prayer meeting details.
Remembrance ads (death anniversary) use the same format. Many families book annually.
Sample obituary ad format (classified display):
It is with profound grief that we announce the passing of [Name], beloved [relation], on [Date]. He/She is survived by [family details]. Funeral / Prayer meeting on [Date, Time, Venue]. — [Family name]
For same-day obituary release — possible if content reaches us before 2 PM. We've managed last-minute bookings for families in urgent situations. Call directly; don't rely on WhatsApp for same-day requests.
Matrimonial Ads in Kannada Prabha
Kannada Prabha's matrimonial section is widely read by Kannada-speaking families across Karnataka. Classified text is the standard format. Classified display (with photo) costs more but gets better response — worth considering for profiles that have been in the market for a while.
Packages are available — multiple insertions on different days at a lower per-insertion cost. Sunday editions get higher matrimonial readership.
Sample matrimonial ad format:
Alliance invited for [Boy/Girl], [Age], [Caste/Community], [Qualification], [Profession], working in [City]. Contact: [Phone/Email].
We have standard formats ready — share the basic profile and we draft it.
Recruitment Ads — Job Advertisements in Kannada Prabha
Recruitment ads in Kannada Prabha work for positions requiring Karnataka presence — field staff, Kannada-speaking customer-facing roles, teachers, regional managers, government-adjacent jobs.
Sunday edition gets stronger readership for recruitment. Classified display format (with company logo) performs better than text-only for branded recruitment.
Public Notice and Legal Notice Ads
Public notice ads — property transactions, company matters, missing persons, court-ordered notices — need a widely-circulated newspaper. Kannada Prabha public notice ad rate: ₹100/sq.cm B&W, one of the more economical rates in Karnataka for a newspaper of this reach.
Kannada Prabha satisfies most Karnataka court and government requirements for public notices. Check with your advocate or CA before booking — some courts specify minimum circulation or particular editions. Most Karnataka requirements are met by Kannada Prabha, but this varies by court.
Sample public notice format:
Public Notice: This is to inform that [Name], intending to [purpose — e.g. sell/purchase property at address], has made application to [authority]. Any objections may be raised within [days] at [address]. — [Name, Date]
Tender Notice Ads in Kannada Prabha
Government agencies, housing societies, and private contractors placing tenders in Karnataka regularly use Kannada Prabha. Its 7-edition coverage means a single booking reaches all major Karnataka districts.
DAVP rates apply for eligible government tenders — lower than commercial rates. Mention your DAVP empanelment status when you call.
Property Ads — Sale and Rent
Property classifieds in Kannada Prabha reach buyers and tenants across Bangalore, Mangalore, Hubli, Belgaum, and other Karnataka cities. Both residential and commercial.
Text classified for individual listings. Display ads (with photos, project branding) for housing projects and commercial developments. Package options for multiple insertions across different editions.
Lost and Found Ads
For lost documents — passport, driving licence, mark sheets, property papers — a newspaper notice creates a public record. Useful when applying for duplicates.
Text classified is sufficient. 3–5 lines is standard. Publish within 1–2 days. Rates start at ₹250.
Other Categories
Announcement ads (shop opening, event, birth, wedding), vehicle sale/purchase, education and coaching, travel, services, astrology, business, remembrance — all accepted in Kannada Prabha. Rate by format and edition. WhatsApp 9821984000 for a quick quote.
Classified Text Ad
Charged per word. Minimum 15 words at base rate, extra words charged per word. One column wide, runs in the classified section. Can be enhanced with bold text, tick marks, colour highlights, or a border at marginal extra cost.
Best for: Name change, lost & found, personal announcements, basic matrimonial, simple property listings. Most affordable option. Legally sufficient for most notice requirements.
Classified Display Ad
Charged per sq.cm. Minimum 3 cm × 5 cm. Published in the classified section but with images, logos, custom fonts and design. More visible than text classified.
Best for: Obituary, recruitment, education admissions, matrimonial with photo, property with image. Mid-range cost, significantly better response than text.
Full Display Ad
Printed alongside editorial content (not in classified section). Charged per sq.cm. Available in front page, back page, inner page. Sizes from small to full page.
Best for: Product launches, brand campaigns, project launches, large recruitment drives, government notices requiring high visibility. Higher cost, highest impact.
Display Ad Sizes in Kannada Prabha
| Size | Dimensions | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | 4 cm W × 5 cm H | 20 sq.cm |
| Small | 10 cm W × 10 cm H | 100 sq.cm |
| Quarter Page | 12 cm W × 20 cm H | 240 sq.cm |
| Half Page | 25 cm W × 16 cm H | 400 sq.cm |
| Full Page | Contact us | — |
Column width is approximately 4.5 cm. Ad width must be in multiples of column width. Special positions (jacket, skybus) available on request.
Artwork specifications: PDF or TIFF, minimum 300 DPI, CMYK colour mode, fonts embedded. Send at least 2 days before publication date. We check compatibility with Kannada Prabha's print specs before submission — no artwork surprises on publication day.
For classified text ads, these enhancements are available at a small additional cost:
These cost a fraction of the base rate but significantly improve the chance of a reader spotting your ad in a dense classified column. For matrimonial and recruitment in particular, a border or bold heading makes a real difference. Not worth it for a one-line lost & found. Worth it for anything where response matters.
Bangalore edition — highest circulation, highest rate. Classified text from ₹797, classified display from ₹1,575. Front page display at ₹300–₹375/sq.cm. Strongest for business, recruitment, property.
Mangalore edition — strong coastal Karnataka readership. Rates slightly lower than Bangalore. Good for businesses serving Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts.
Hubli-Dharwad edition — covers north Karnataka's commercial hub. Strong for recruitment, business, and property in the Hubli-Dharwad market.
Belgaum (Belagavi) edition — north Karnataka border area. Good for tenders and government notices in Belagavi district.
Shimoga (Shivamogga) edition — Malnad region. Lower rates, targeted reach in Shimoga, Chikmagalur, and Davangere.
Gulbarga (Kalaburagi) edition — Hyderabad-Karnataka region. Most economical rates. Useful for government notices and tenders targeting northeast Karnataka.
Hyderabad edition — reaches Karnataka-origin readers in Hyderabad. Niche but useful for matrimonial and personal ads.
If you only need one city — we book single editions. No requirement to book all 7.
This is the most common question from first-time Karnataka newspaper advertisers. Short answer: it depends on what you're advertising and who you're trying to reach.
Vijay Karnataka (Times Group) — largest circulation of all Kannada dailies, around 2.93 lakh copies in Bangalore. 10 editions including Mysore, Bagalkot, Chitradurga, Hassan. Best for mass-reach campaigns, FMCG, large recruitment drives.
Prajavani — around 2.90 lakh copies, strong political and civic readership. Good for government-facing notices, institutional recruitment, public notices. Strong in Bangalore, Tumkur, Gulbarga.
Kannada Prabha — around 70,000 copies in Bangalore, but strong brand credibility from the New Indian Express Group's editorial standards. Better for New Indian Express Group-affiliated readership, legal and professional notices, and advertisers where credibility of the publication matters alongside reach.
For name change and legal notices — any of the three works legally. Kannada Prabha's public notice rate (₹100/sq.cm) is among the most competitive.
For matrimonial — Vijay Karnataka has wider reach. Kannada Prabha has a loyal, older demographic that some families specifically prefer.
For recruitment in Bangalore — Vijay Karnataka for volume; Kannada Prabha for quality professional readership.
If budget allows both — we regularly book Kannada Prabha + Vijay Karnataka as a combination for clients who want coverage across both readership profiles. One call to us handles both.
Founded November 4, 1967, by Ramnath Goenka. Published by The New Indian Express Group. Headquartered in Bangalore.
Tagline: The Most Powerful Kannada Newspaper.
Won the Karnataka Media Academy award for Best Designed Newspaper three consecutive times since the award's inception in 2005.
2 million+ readership. 7 editions across Karnataka and Hyderabad. Available as print and Kannada Prabha epaper (PDF, readable on phone, tablet, and computer).
Kannada Prabha accepts ads in both Kannada and English — useful for legal notices and public announcements that need to be in English.
Classified text starts at ₹250 (minimum 15 words). Classified display starts around ₹1,575 for Bangalore edition. Display inner page is ₹150/sq.cm B&W — a quarter page (240 sq.cm) runs ₹36,000. Front page colour is ₹375/sq.cm. Call 9821984000 for your specific requirement — quote takes under 5 minutes.
WhatsApp 9821984000 with your ad content and preferred date. We confirm the rate, share a proof, collect payment (UPI/NEFT/cheque), and release. You receive a GST invoice and a PDF tearsheet after publication. No office visit needed.
Charged per word. Minimum 15 words at base rate. Words beyond 15 are charged at the extra-word rate. Enhancements (bold, tick, border, colour highlight) cost marginally extra. Call for the exact per-word rate for your edition.
3 cm wide × 5 cm high (15 sq.cm). Priced per sq.cm. Classified display ads can include images and logos — unlike text classifieds. Starting rate approximately ₹1,575 for Bangalore.
Send your old name, new name, father's/husband's name, address, and ID number to WhatsApp 9821984000. We draft the standard format, share a proof, and release in 1–2 working days. Text classified format is legally sufficient — display is not needed. Kannada Prabha name change ad cost starts from ₹250.
Most categories: next-day if content confirmed before 4–5 PM. Same-day release possible for urgent cases if content is confirmed before 2 PM. Display ads with custom artwork need 2+ days. For Kannada Prabha ad booking today, call 9821984000 directly — don't rely on WhatsApp for same-day requests.
Yes. Single edition booking is available. You don't have to book all 7 editions. Specify Bangalore, Mangalore, Hubli, Belgaum, Shimoga, Gulbarga, or Hyderabad when you contact us.
Yes. A GST invoice is issued for all bookings through Riyo Advertising. This is important for businesses, firms, and professionals who need to claim input tax credit on advertising spend.
Bold text, tick marks, colour highlights, and screen/border. All at a marginal cost above the base rate. Worth adding for matrimonial, recruitment, and property ads where response matters. Not necessary for legal notices or lost & found.
Approximately 4–5 PM the previous day for most categories. Display ads with custom design need 2 days minimum lead time. Confirm the specific deadline when you book — it varies slightly by category.
Yes. Both Kannada and English language ads are accepted. Most personal ads (obituary, matrimonial, name change) are in Kannada. Legal and public notices are often in English. Either is fine — confirm the language requirement with your legal advisor if it's a court-mandated notice.
Yes — for all ad types through Riyo Advertising. We share a proof before submission to the newspaper. For classified text ads, the proof is the ad text as it will appear. For display and classified display, you receive a visual layout. No ad goes to print without your approval.
A half page (approximately 400 sq.cm) on inner pages B&W is around ₹60,000. Colour and special positions cost more. Get a confirmed quote before commissioning artwork.
Sunday for matrimonial and recruitment. Monday–Wednesday for property and business. Legal and public notices are not day-sensitive — any weekday works. For obituary, the day is determined by the family's need, not strategy.
UPI, NEFT/RTGS, and cheque. For first-time bookings, payment before release is standard. Regular clients with established history can discuss credit terms.
Once published, no refund. If there's a printing error on the newspaper's side, a free re-insertion is arranged. Before release, cancellations are handled case by case. Confirm your content before booking — changes after submission are sometimes possible but not guaranteed.
Yes. Kannada Prabha epaper is available online in PDF format — readable on phone, tablet, and computer. Your print ad appears in the epaper edition as well, giving simultaneous reach to both print and digital readers.
Use a dedicated phone number or email in your ad if you want to measure response separately. Print advertising doesn't have built-in analytics. You receive a PDF tearsheet confirming your ad was published — response tracking is on you.
Yes. Multiple insertions on consecutive days or across editions qualify for package pricing. The discount is real but requires a conversation — it's not on the rate card. Call 9821984000.
Kannada Prabha accepts astrology, numerology, and personal category ads. Classified text format, charged per word. WhatsApp 9821984000 for current rates and format guidance.
Either works legally. Kannada Prabha's public notice rate (₹100/sq.cm) is among the most competitive in Karnataka. If cost is the priority, Kannada Prabha is a strong choice. If you need to satisfy a court that has specified Vijay Karnataka, book that instead. When in doubt, check with your advocate — not the newspaper.
Kannada Prabha connects brands with the heart of Karnataka — 55+ years of trusted readership. At Riyo, we make things happen!
Founded in 1967 by New Indian Express Group — over 55 years of trusted journalism. One of Karnataka's most established and respected Kannada language newspapers.
With over 2 million readers, Kannada Prabha reaches a massive audience in Karnataka — making it ideal for local, state and national brand campaigns in the Kannada market.
Bangalore · Mangalore · Shimoga · Belgaum · Hubli · Gulbarga · Hyderabad — comprehensive coverage of all major Karnataka cities with one strategic booking through Riyo Advertising.
Backed by one of India's most respected media houses — New Indian Express Group — Kannada Prabha maintains high editorial standards and journalistic credibility throughout Karnataka.
Kannada Prabha epaper is available online in PDF format — read it anywhere, anytime on computer, phone or tablet. Your ads simultaneously reach both print and digital audiences.
Name Change · Obituary · Matrimonial · Recruitment · Tender Notice · Property · Lost & Found · Vehicle — all ad categories at competitive rates through Riyo Advertising.
Book your Kannada Prabha advertisement with Riyo Advertising — smooth, reliable, and cost-effective. Guaranteed discounts and next-day release.
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