Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Apply Online: Check Eligibility, Salary & Last Date

Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 -Overview

Candidates can check the state-wise, district-wise Anganwadi vacancy list, eligibility criteria, salary, and application dates on WCD/ICDS portals and state ICDS portals, such as wcd. nic. in

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Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates

Candidates can refer to the table below for post-wise application dates for the Anganwadi recruitment 2026.

Aganwadi Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria

The exam conducting authority determines the Anganwadi eligibility criteria for each post in detail on the official website. Eligibility criteria for Anganwadi exams are generally set by the individual state governments, but they follow common guidelines.

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Eligibility criteria for Aganwadi Worker

• Education- 10th / 12th Pass

• Age Limit-18 – 35 years, for SC/ST with age relaxation of 5 years, for OBC with age relaxation of 3 years.

• Residency Condition- Same ward/village required

• Marital Status- Married women preferred (some states)

• Gender- Female only

Eligibility criteria for Aganwadi Helper

• Education- 8th / 10th Pass

• Age Limit- 18 – 35 years, for SC/ST with age relaxation of 5 years, for OBC with age relaxation of 3 years.

• Residency Condition- Same ward/village required

• Marital Status- No restrictions.

• Gender- Female only

Eligibility criteria for Supervisor/ CDPO

• Education- Graduation (any stream)

• Age Limit- 18 – 40 years, for SC/ST with age relaxation of 5 years, for OBC with age relaxation of 3 years.

• Residency Condition- Same district (varies)

• Marital Status- No restrictions

• Gender- Female / Both (state-specific)

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Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 - Salary Structure

Candidates can refer to the table below, which includes the state and central government components regarding the salary for each post for the Anganwadi recruitment 2026. To know the exact figures for ESI, Provident Fund, and other health insurance benefits for each post, refer to the Agnawadi recruitment 2026 notification.

Aganwadi Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process

The exam conducting authority has designed the Anganwadi recruitment selection process to recruit local women for community-based services, mainly focusing on merit rather than a written exam. There is no written exam for Agnawadi worker and helper posts.

Candidates must note that the Anganwadi selection process for the supervisor or CDPO posts may include a written exam and an interview.

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Step-by-step guide to apply for the Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Online

• Go to the official state’s portal or the ICDS portal at icds.gov.in

• On the homepage, click on the “Recruitment” or “Anganwadi Recruitment 2026” section.

• Create a new account using your mobile number aadhaar to get registered.

• After registration, the Anganwadi application form 2026 will be displayed on the screen.

• Enter personal details, educational qualification, address, and select your preferred district/ward and upload all the required documents.

• Before submitting the Anganwadi recruitment application form, all applicants are recommended to check all the entries carefully.

• Then download and save the Anganwadi Application confirmation/acknowledgement slip for your future reference.

Documents required for the Anganawadi Application 2026

• Aadhaar Card

• 10th Marks Memo

• 12th Marks Memo

• Graduation Certificate

• Domicile / Residence Certificate

• Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC)

• Passport-size Photograph

• Signature (scanned)

• EWS and PwD Certificate (if applicable)

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