Anganwadi recruitment 2026 application ongoing for 474 posts, apply by November 4 for UP Kasganj

The Ministry of Women & Child Development, in conjunction with State Women and Child Development (WCD) and Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) Departments, has commenced the Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 process. This recruitment drive aims to fill vacancies for Anganwadi Worker (AWW), Anganwadi Helper (AWH), Mini Anganwadi Worker, Supervisor, and Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) posts across various states.

A total of 474 vacancies have been announced for workers, helpers, and supervisors as part of this recruitment cycle. The application process is entirely online, and candidates are advised to consult the official WCD/ICDS portals and state ICDS portals for detailed notifications, eligibility criteria, and specific application deadlines.

Application Process and Key Dates

Aspirants can download the Anganwadi notification from the official website and are recommended to review the eligibility criteria thoroughly before submitting their application forms. The application mode for Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 is online. While the application fee is nil for most states, some state Supervisor posts may require a fee ranging from ₹100 to ₹500.

For candidates interested in the UP Kasganj Anganwadi Worker posts, there are 208 vacancies available. The application deadline for these specific positions is November 4, 2026. The selection process for Anganwadi Worker and Helper posts is merit-based, relying on academic marks, and does not involve a written examination.

Eligibility Criteria for Various Posts

Eligibility criteria for Anganwadi exams are generally established by individual state governments, adhering to common guidelines. For Anganwadi Worker positions, candidates must typically be 10th or 12th Pass, aged between 18 and 35 years, with age relaxations for SC/ST (5 years) and OBC (3 years). Residency in the same ward or village is required, and married women are preferred in some states. Only female candidates are eligible.

Anganwadi Helper roles require an 8th or 10th Pass qualification, with an age limit of 18-35 years (with relaxations). Residency in the same ward or village is mandatory, and there are no marital status restrictions. These positions are also exclusively for female candidates. For Supervisor/CDPO posts, a Graduation degree in any stream is required, with an age limit of 18-40 years (with relaxations). Residency requirements vary by district, and gender eligibility can be female or both, depending on state-specific norms.

Salary Structures Across States

The salary components for Anganwadi posts vary significantly between the Central Government’s base pay and individual state government offerings. The Central Government (Base) salary for an Anganwadi Helper is ₹4,500 per month, while an Anganwadi Worker receives ₹2,250 per month. State governments, however, offer higher remuneration packages.

For instance, Karnataka provides the highest reported salaries among the listed states, with Anganwadi Helpers earning ₹14,000 per month, Anganwadi Workers ₹7,000 per month, and Supervisors ₹30,000 per month. Maharashtra also offers competitive salaries, with Helpers receiving ₹12,000, Workers ₹6,500, and Supervisors ₹28,000 per month. Candidates are encouraged to check state-specific details on the respective WCD/ICDS portals.

Further reading

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• Anganwadi recruitment 2026 application deadlines vary by state; apply by November 4 for UP Kasganj
• Anganwadi recruitment 2026 applications open for various posts, apply online by November 4
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Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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