Women and Child Development Department Odisha
— Department of Women and Child Development and Mission Shakti, Odisha
Live: Online Application Form & Official Notification Active
Deadline: 17 Sep 2026
Organization
Women and Child Development Department Odisha
Post Name
Anganwadi Worker
Total Vacancies
3 Posts
Job Location
Odisha
Pay Scale / Salary
Monthly honorarium as prescribed by the Government of Odisha...
Age Limit
18 to 35 years
Application Fee
Nil (Exempted for all candidates)
Selection Process
Merit evaluation based on academic qualificat...
🎓 Prescribed Educational Qualification (Full Eligibility)
Passed Matriculation (10th Class) or Higher Secondary (12th Class) from a recognized board; local resident status required.
WCD Odisha Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 Overview
The Women and Child Development Department, Government of Odisha, has released the official notification for the engagement of Anganwadi Workers on a contractual basis. Eligible female candidates seeking grassroots community service positions under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme can submit their applications online through the official portal. Applications are open until 17 September 2026.
Key Recruitment Highlights
| Recruitment Authority | Women and Child Development Department, Odisha (WCD Odisha) |
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| Post Name | Anganwadi Worker (AWW) |
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| Total Vacancies | 3 Posts |
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| Mode of Application | Online |
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| Job Nature | Honorarium / Contractual |
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| Official Portal | engagement-awc.odisha.gov.in |
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| Last Date to Apply | 17 September 2026 |
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Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill the specified academic qualifications and age criteria established by the Department of Women and Child Development, Odisha:
- Nationality & Residence: The candidate must be a permanent resident of the concerned revenue village or Anganwadi Centre area where the vacancy exists.
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed Matriculation (Class 10) or Higher Secondary (10+2) from a recognized board or council. Local Odia language proficiency is mandatory.
- Age Limit: The minimum age limit is 18 years, and the maximum age limit is 35 years as per the cutoff date specified in the official notification.
Selection Process
The engagement of Anganwadi Workers in Odisha is strictly merit-based, following government guidelines:
- Scrutiny of Online Applications: Evaluation of academic percentages (10th/12th marks) submitted by applicants.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must present original identity, educational, residential, and caste proofs before the selection committee.
- Final Merit List: Publication of the selection list followed by an objection period before final appointment orders are issued.
Application Process Step-by-Step
- Visit the official engagement portal at
engagement-awc.odisha.gov.in. - Register as a new user or log in using existing credentials under the applicant portal.
- Select the relevant notification advertisement and fill in personal, residential, and academic details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents including passport photograph, signature, residential certificate, and educational marksheets.
- Verify all entered entries and submit the online application form.
- Download and print the final confirmation page for future reference.
Visit engagement-awc.odisha.gov.in, log in or create an account, select the Anganwadi Worker vacancy, complete the application form, upload required certificates, and submit before 17 September 2026.
