District Programme Office, Bagpat and Kannauj
— Child Development Services (ICDS), Uttar Pradesh
Overview of UP Anganwadi Worker and Helper Recruitment 2026
The District Programme Officers of Bagpat and Kannauj have initiated the recruitment process for 760 Anganwadi Worker and Helper positions. This direct recruitment drive is conducted for urban and rural Child Development Projects in both districts. Eligible female candidates residing in the respective gram sabha or urban ward are encouraged to apply online before the specified deadlines.
District-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| District | Post | Total Vacancies |
|---|
| Bagpat | Anganwadi Worker / Helper | 635 |
| Kannauj | Anganwadi Worker | 125 |
Eligibility for UP Anganwadi Recruitment 2026
Candidates must meet the following criteria to be considered for these positions:
- Gender: Only female candidates are eligible.
- Residence: Applicants must be permanent residents of the specific gram sabha or urban ward where the vacancy exists.
- Age Limit: Candidates must be aged between 18 and 35 years as of 01 January 2026.
- Educational Qualification: Candidates applying for the Anganwadi Worker (Karyakatri) post must have passed the Intermediate (12th grade) examination or equivalent.
Important Application Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start Date | 25 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Bagpat) | 16 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Kannauj) | 16 July 2026 |
Selection and Application Process
The selection process is merit-based, determined by the highest educational qualification. No written examination or interview will be conducted. Candidates must submit their applications exclusively via the official website. Priority is granted to eligible BPL category candidates, including widows, legally divorced, or abandoned women, according to the departmental hierarchy of preference.
Critical Application Instructions
- Ensure all certificates (caste, income, residence) are digitally signed by the competent tehsil authority and are verifiable online.
- For age verification, only the date of birth recorded on the High School (10th) marksheet is accepted.
- Applicants for Kannauj must ensure income certificates are issued within the last 3 years.
- Widows or divorced applicants must provide valid legal documentation (death certificate or court-issued legal orders) to claim priority status.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is there an application fee for the UP Anganwadi recruitment?
- No, there is no application fee for this recruitment process.
- Can candidates from other districts apply?
- No, the recruitment is locality-based. Only residents of the specific gram sabha or ward for which the vacancy is advertised are eligible.
- How is the merit list prepared?
- The merit list for Anganwadi Workers is prepared based on the candidate's highest educational qualification.
Visit the official website upanganwadibharti.in, select your district, verify your specific ward/village vacancy, and submit the online application form with valid digital documents.
