UP Anganwadi Bharti Recruitment 2026 – Overview
The Uttar Pradesh Department of Child Development & Nutrition (ICDS), District Programme Officer has released the district-wise notification for UP Anganwadi Bharti 2026 for the posts of Anganwadi Worker and Helper, with more than 60,000+ vacancies across the state. The application process began in November 2025 and continues district-wise through 2026. Interested female candidates should check their district notification and the complete eligibility and important dates below before applying.
| Organization | UP Child Development & Nutrition Dept. (ICDS) |
| Post Name | Anganwadi Worker & Helper |
| Total Vacancies | 60,000+ Posts (District-wise) |
| Application Mode | Online (District-wise) |
| Category | State Government Job / Latest Notification |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
Important Dates
| Notification Date | November 2025 |
| Application (District-wise) | Ongoing through 2026 |
| Last Date | District-wise (e.g., 28–31 July 2026) |
| Selection | As per district schedule |
Application Fee
| All Candidates | No Application Fee |
| Payment Mode | Not Applicable |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy the following educational qualification and age requirements as per the official UP Anganwadi notification:
| Educational Qualification | 10th / 12th pass (as specified district-wise) from a recognized board. |
| Gender | Female candidates only |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 35 Years |
| Age as on | 01 July 2025 |
| Age Relaxation | As per UP Anganwadi / State Government rules. |
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Selection Process
- Merit List based on qualifying educational marks
- Document Verification
- Local / District residence verification
Pay Scale / Salary
The Anganwadi Worker and Helper posts carry an honorarium as per Uttar Pradesh Government norms:
| Anganwadi Worker | Monthly honorarium as per UP Government |
| Anganwadi Helper | Monthly honorarium as per UP Government |
| Benefits | As admissible under ICDS scheme |
Promotion & Career Growth
Anganwadi Helpers may be promoted to Anganwadi Workers, and experienced Workers may be considered for Supervisor posts through departmental selection, subject to eligibility and Government policy.
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