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The Statesman

Founded 1875 — India's Oldest English Daily | 1,80,000+ Daily Circulation
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 — negotiated discounts not available at counter
Free ad drafting & statutory compliance
Proof before print — nothing publishes without approval
Kolkata · Delhi · Siliguri · Bhubaneswar zone coverage
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Starting rates: Display from ₹270/sq.cm B&W (Siliguri) · ₹450/sq.cm B&W (Delhi) · ₹850/sq.cm B&W (Kolkata) · Tender/Public Notice from ₹325/sq.cm (Siliguri)
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The Statesman Newspaper front page
1875
Founding Year
India's oldest English daily
1,80,000
Daily Circulation
2,30,000 on Sundays
10,000+
Ads booked through Riyo
Since 2003
4.8/5 Rating
Average Client Rating
Trust partner since 2003
30 mins
Response Time
Quotes confirmed quickly
Editions: Kolkata · Delhi · Siliguri · Bhubaneswar · North Bengal · Assam · Sikkim
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 The Statesman

Each Statesman ad is one of three types. They are placed in the various parts of the paper, at different rates for different purposes. Select the format first, the rate will follow. Not sure? Call 9821984000.

MOST ECONOMICAL

MATRIMONIAL

Hindu family seeks alliance for daughter, 28 yrs, MBA, Kolkata. Contact: 9821984000

WANTED: Accountant, Delhi. Exp: 3 yrs. Apply: info@riyoadvertising.com

LOST: Share certificate near Gariahat. Finder contact: 9821984000
Classified Text
Plain running-text ad in the classifieds section. Billed per line or word count. Bold, tick, and border highlights available.
Best for
Matrimonial · Obituary · Lost & Found · Name Change · Situation Vacant · Personal notices
Rate: from ₹250 per insertion. Wording trimmed to keep costs within base bracket.
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VALUE FOR MONEY
RECRUITMENT
Manager Sales
Kolkata Quest
PUBLIC NOTICE
Name Change
Kolkata / Delhi
FOR SALE
3BHK Flat
Delhi NCR ₹1.2Cr
EDUCATION
MBA Admission
Apply Now
Classified Display / Appointment
Photo, logo, colour and custom typography in the recruitment and classified sections (Quest section). Billed per sq.cm.
Best for
Recruitment · Property · Education · Business · Tenders · Financial results
Rate: B&W from ₹270/sq.cm (Siliguri) → ₹450 (Delhi) → ₹850 (Kolkata)
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BRAND & STATUTORY
BOARD MEETING OUTCOME
Unaudited Financial Results (UFR)
SEBI Mandated disclosure of financial performance for Q3 FY 2026. Published as per compliance timelines.
Display Ad
Premium placement beside editorial content anywhere in the paper. Billed per sq.cm with position premiums.
Best for
Brand campaigns · Government & corporate · Statutory notices · UFR/AFR financial results
Rate: B&W from ₹270/sq.cm (Siliguri) → ₹450 (Delhi) → ₹850 (Kolkata)
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The Statesman Advertising Cost

The Statesman Display Ad Rate Card

Rates for The Statesman Display Advertisement w.e.f. 2026
All The Ad Rates are in per Sq Cm.
Editions Min Size B /W Ad Rates (Rs.) Color Ad Rates (Rs.)
Ad Dimensions

Display Ad Sizes in The Statesman

Choose the correct size based on your message type. Minimum display size: 4×5 cm (20 sq.cm).

Size Dimensions Area Built For Estimated Cost (Kolkata B&W)
Minimum 4×5 cm 20 sq.cm Legal notices, name changes, small announcements ₹17,000
Standard 10×10 cm 100 sq.cm Recruitment, property, education, business announcements ₹85,000
Quarter Page 12×20 cm 240 sq.cm Tenders, corporate notices, real estate projects ₹2,04,000
Half Page 25×16 cm 400 sq.cm Major launches, statutory disclosures, board results Call for quote
Full Page Full column Full page layout Brand campaigns, government notices Call for quote
Pick Where Your Ad Runs

Pick Where Your Ad Runs — The Statesman Supplements

The Statesman has multiple supplements with different audiences. Choose the right section to optimize campaign reach.

Supplement / Section Day What It Carries Best For
Main Newspaper Daily News pages, all editions Display, statutory, brand, corporate announcements
Quest Daily Recruitment, public notice, tenders, classifieds All appointment, tender, statutory, and business classified ads
Section 2 (Delhi) Daily Arts, dance, literature, drama, fashion, lifestyle Lifestyle brands, events, cultural institutions
Voices (Kolkata) — School children's writing, youth content Schools, children's education brands
8th Day / Evolve / Marquee Saturday & Sunday Music, culture, lifestyle features Events, cultural brands, entertainment
Binodan / Bichitra Saturday & Sunday Arts and culture (Bengali readership) Cultural events, Bengali community advertising
Categories

What Can You Advertise in The Statesman?

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

💼 Recruitment Ads

Quest Section runs daily: Reaches government services, PSU, academia, banking, and senior corporate positions across Kolkata, Delhi, and North Bengal. B&W starts from ₹270/sq.cm (Siliguri) · ₹450 (Delhi) · ₹850 (Kolkata).

📜 Public Notice & Tender

Quest Section daily: Recognized publication of record widely accepted for tenders, court notices, recoveries, and statutory disclosures in West Bengal, Odisha, and NCR. B&W: ₹325–₹925/sq.cm.

📊 UFR / AFR Board Disclosures

SEBI compliance timelines: Accepted for SEBI-mandated unaudited/annual financial results and board outcomes. We track and book against your compliance timelines automatically.

💍 Matrimonial Ads

Sunday Peak: Reaches highest Sunday readership among established Bengali, Bihari, Odishan, and Assamese professional families. Classified text starts from ₹250. Book 2 Get 2 Free available.

📝 Name Change & Document Lost

Any day: Notarised affidavit mandatory. Legally correct wording drafted by Riyo. Scanned e-tearsheet sent within 48–72 hours as statutory publication proof.

🏠 Property & Education

Weekend focus: Property listings on Sat-Sun reach buyers/investors. Education ads on Sun-Mon target parents and UPSC/State PSC preparation candidates.

All categories bookable: Matrimonial · Property · Recruitment · Business · Personal · Automobiles · Announcement · Astrology · Change of Name · Computers · Court or Marriage Notice · Education · Financial Results (UFR/AFR) · Loss of Documents · Lost & Found · Lost Certificates or Marksheets · Lost Share Certificate · Marriage Bureau · Obituary · Political · Public Notice · Remembrance · Retail · Services · Situation Vacant · Tenders · Thanksgiving · Tours & Travels · Wedding Arrangements

Timing is Everything

Best Day to Advertise — By Category

Booking on the correct day ensures maximum responses. Here is the schedule.

Category Best Day Why Deadline
Matrimonial Sunday Highest family readership of the week 2 days before
Recruitment / Appointment All days (Quest) Quest runs daily — reaches active professionals 2 days before
Property / Real Estate Saturday & Sunday Weekend property browsing; serious buyers 2 days before
Education / Admissions Sunday & Monday Family readership Sunday; start-of-week decisions Monday 2 days before
Tender / Public Notice Any weekday Legal and institutional readers check Quest daily 2 days before
UFR / AFR Financial Results Per SEBI timeline Compliance-driven, not readership-driven SEBI compliance deadline
Name Change / Legal Any day (weekday preferred) Legal validity not readership-dependent 1–2 days
Obituary / Condolence Any day Daily section; concessional rates Same/next day
Recruitment Guide

How to Post a Job Ad in The Statesman

Reaches established professionals, PSU, academia, and corporate heads across Kolkata, North Bengal, Bhubaneswar, and Delhi via the Quest section.

What to put in the ad body

→ Job title: First two words, not buried in paragraph three.
→ Organisation name: Unless it's a confidential search.
→ Qualifications: Key credentials and experience required.
→ Location: City (be specific).
→ Salary range: This matters more than anything else.
→ How to apply: Email, portal link, or phone number.

Why your Statesman job ad isn't getting applications

✕ No salary range: Loses 30–40% of candidates immediately in East India's academic/PSU markets.
✕ Vague job title: "Wanted: Staff" is ignored. "Senior Lecturer — Kolkata — ₹8–12L" gets read.
✕ Text-only for senior roles: Display ad with branding outperforms plain text for senior executives.
✕ Wrong edition: Match edition to hiring location (Bhubaneswar role needs Bhubaneswar booking).
✕ Only ran once: 2–4 insertions over 3–4 weeks beat single runs significantly.

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: Durga Puja / Summer Slowdown
Reduced hiring activity during Puja and summer lulls

⚠️ Legal Compliance Checklist

The Statesman's editorial desk reviews ads before publication. Rejections occur for:
✕ Age limits — use "2–5 years experience"
✕ Gender language — "Male only" / "Female preferred"
✕ Appearance — "fair complexion"
✕ Regional exclusions — "Locals only"
✕ Misleading titles — dressing up sales as "executive"

❤ Matrimonial Guide

Sunday is the only day that matters. Sunday Statesman matrimonial reaches established East Indian and NCR professional families.

• Rates: Classified text starts from ₹250 per insertion.
• Offers: Book 2 ads across editions, get 2 free insertions.
• Writing tip: community → age → education → profession. A border or photo attracts more attention.

🕊 Obituary Guide

Dedicated daily obituary section at concessional rates with priority booking.

• Rates: Concessional social rates apply; call 9821984000 for details.
• Urgent Release: Same-day release possible. Call 9821984000 before 12 PM.
• Requirement: Death certificate or doctor's note, text copy, and photo.

⚖ Public Notice Guide

Widely accepted statutory notice publication across West Bengal, Odisha, and NCR.

• Covers: Tenders, name change, lost document, UFR/AFR board outcomes, bank recoveries.
• Rates: B&W notices start from ₹325/sq.cm (Siliguri) to ₹925/sq.cm (Kolkata).
• Compliance: e-tearsheet sent within 48–72 hours as proof for court filings.

Honest Comparison

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

Choose the booking channel that matches your requirements. Here is how we compare.

Feature Riyo Advertising The Statesman Walk-in Self-Serve Portal
Ad Rates Agency discounts applied (up to 15% off) Full counter rate Full counter rate
Edition Strategy ✅ Kolkata vs Delhi vs Siliguri zones explained Limited ❌ Self-navigate
Statutory expertise ✅ Quest wording, UFR layout compliance check ❌ Self-service ❌ Self-service
Ad drafting/legal wording ✅ Free — draft copy sent via WhatsApp ❌ Self-service ❌ Self-service
Design proof before print ✅ Included ⚠ Varies ❌ Not standard
SEBI / UFR deadline management ✅ Booked against your SEBI compliance date ❌ You manage it ❌ Self-navigate
Tearsheet by email ✅ Scanned e-tearsheet within 48-72 hours ⚠ On request ❌ 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
The Telegraph English Kolkata's other leading English daily — complementary East India reach
Anandabazar Patrika Bengali Highest-circulated Bengali daily — parallel statutory and matrimonial reach
Times of India English Pan-India business and general reach
Hindustan Times English Delhi-NCR and national general audience
The Hindu English South India editorial and statutory reach
The Questions Desk

The things you're wondering,
answered.

Specific to booking an ad in The Statesman — 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 The Statesman advertisement?
Call or WhatsApp 9821984000. State the size, dates, and category of the ad. We send a discount-inclusive quote and a free layout. About 30 minutes, start to finish.
Q. Is Riyo Advertising an authorised The Statesman booking partner?
Yes — Riyo has been booking The Statesman advertisements since 2003, with over 10,000 ads placed across all editions and a 4.8/5 average rating. Every booking carries an ad reference number and a GST invoice.
Q. How do I verify my ad was published?
You receive a digital tearsheet within 48–72 hours of publication — the scanned page proof accepted for court affidavits, SEBI filings, and regulatory records.
03 QUESTIONS

What will it cost me?

Rates, formats, and how the price is set

Q. What are The Statesman display ad rates in 2026?
The Statesman display ad rates are ₹850/sq.cm B&W (Kolkata), ₹450 (Delhi), ₹400 (Bhubaneswar), and ₹270 (Siliguri). Colour carries a premium: ₹1,200 (Kolkata), ₹650 (Delhi), ₹425 (Bhubaneswar), ₹325 (Siliguri).
Q. What are The Statesman public notice and tender rates in 2026?
The Statesman public notice and tender notice rates are ₹925/sq.cm B&W (Kolkata), ₹500 (Delhi), ₹400 (Bhubaneswar), ₹325 (Siliguri). Colour: ₹1,250 (Kolkata), ₹700 (Delhi), ₹450 (Bhubaneswar), ₹400 (Siliguri).
Q. What is the cheapest way to advertise in The Statesman?
Classified text from ₹250 per insertion is the lowest entry point. For display, Siliguri edition at ₹270/sq.cm B&W is the most economical.Stacking multi-edition and first-time booking discounts (up to 15% off) lowers the price further.
02 QUESTIONS

Timing and Placement

Deadlines, publication days, and categories

Q. What is the Quest section in The Statesman?
Quest is The Statesman's daily recruitment, public notice, and classifieds section — the destination for all appointment ads, tender notices, statutory notices, and business classifieds. It runs every day of the week, unlike other papers' named supplements that appear only once or twice weekly.
Q. Is The Statesman accepted for legal and statutory notices in West Bengal?
Yes — The Statesman is a recognised publication of record in West Bengal, North Bengal, Assam, Odisha, and the NCR, widely accepted by courts, government departments, company registrars, banks, and regulatory bodies.
02 QUESTIONS

Urgent assistance

Deadlines, emergencies, and documents

Q. Can I book a The Statesman ad on the same day?
For obituaries and urgent legal notices, often yes — call before 12 PM and confirm the edition's cutoff. Tender and public notices need 2 working days.
Q. What if I spot a mistake after approving?
Before printing, call immediately — corrections are usually possible. After publication, no changes are possible, which is why we share a proof before every release.

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

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Explore The Statesman Advertising Options

💼 The Statesman Recruitment Ads Daily Quest recruitment and CV advertisements targeting professional candidates. 🏠 The Statesman Property Ads Saturday & Sunday real estate listings for buyers, investors, and brokers. ⚖ The Statesman Public Notice & Tender Ads Court summons, statutory notices, bank notices, and public auctions. 🕯 The Statesman Obituary Ads Obituary, condolence, and remembrance announcements at special social rates. ❤ The Statesman Matrimonial Ads Sunday matrimonial classified ads with Book 2 Get 2 package deals. 🎓 The Statesman Education Ads Sunday and Monday educational institution admissions advertisements.
The Statesman network: Kolkata, Delhi, Siliguri, Bhubaneswar — booked in one call.
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