WCD Odisha Anganwadi Sahayika Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Department of Women and Child Development Odisha Puri Last Date: 5th March, 2026
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WCD Odisha Anganwadi Sahayika Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary

WCD Odisha Anganwadi Sahayika Recruitment 2026 - Overview

The Women and Child Development Department Odisha (WCD Odisha) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 02 Anganwadi Helper (Sahayika) posts in Puri. This is a contract-based opportunity offering a monthly honorarium. Interested candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online through the official website before the deadline.

Recruitment Type

This is a Direct Recruitment process. Selection is based on the new rules issued by the Government of Odisha, likely involving merit or an interview, rather than a competitive written examination.

Key Highlights Table

Detail Information
Organization Name Women and Child Development Department Odisha
Post Name Anganwadi Helper (Sahayika) - Puri
Total Vacancies 2
Application Start Date 09-01-2026
Last Date to Apply 05-03-2026
Apply Mode Online
Job Type Contract
Official Website engagement-awc.odisha.gov.in

Vacancy Details

Post Name Location Total Posts Pay Scale/Salary
Anganwadi Sahayika Puri 02 Rs. 5,000.00 (Monthly Honorarium)

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications with Odia as a language subject:

  • Passed Middle School Examination with Odia as a language subject, OR
  • Passed High School Certificate or equivalent examination with Odia as the medium of examination in non-language subjects, OR
  • Passed Odia as a language subject in the final examination of Class VII from a school recognized by the Government of Odisha/Central Government, OR
  • Passed a test in Odia in Middle English School Standard conducted by the School & Mass Education Department of the Government of Odisha.

Age Limit

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age: 35 Years
  • Age as on: While the specific cut-off date was not explicitly detailed in the text, candidates generally calculate age as of the application closing date or a date specified in the full PDF. Please verify using the official notification link below.

Mandatory Requirements

  • Language Requirement: Proficiency in Odia language is mandatory as per the qualification criteria.

Selection Process

Selection for the Anganwadi Sahayika posts will be conducted as per the new rules issued by the Government of Odisha, Department of Women and Child Development, Bhubaneswar. Since this is not a direct exam-based recruitment, the process will likely involve:

  1. Verification of Application & Documents
  2. Merit List Preparation (based on educational qualification)
  3. Interview/Interaction (if applicable)
  4. Final Selection

Application Fee

The official text provided does not mention a specific application fee. Candidates should refer to the Official Notification PDF to check if any fee is applicable for General/OBC/SC/ST categories.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

  1. Visit the Official Website: Go to engagement-awc.odisha.gov.in or use the direct link provided in the Important Links section.
  2. Read the Notification: Download and carefully read the WCD Odisha Jobs 2026 notification PDF to ensure eligibility.
  3. Online Registration: Click on the "Apply Online" link and register with your details.
  4. Fill Application Form: Enter personal, educational, and contact details accurately.
  5. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required certificates in the prescribed format.
  6. Pay Fee: If applicable, pay the application fee online.
  7. Submit & Print: Review all details carefully, submit the form, and take a printout/save a copy for future reference.
  8. Deadline: Ensure submission is completed on or before 05-03-2026.

Important Dates

Event Date
Application Start Date 09-01-2026
Application Last Date 05-03-2026
Selection Process As per Govt Rules (Merit/Interview)

Important Links Section

Active Recruitments

Job Name Location Last Date Details
WCD Odisha Anganwadi Sahayika Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary
Puri 5th March, 2026 View Details
WCD Odisha Anganwadi Helper Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary & Apply Online
Kendrapara 2nd March, 2026 View Details
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About Department of Women and Child Development Odisha

The Women and Child Development Department (WCD) was established in 1994-95 to promote the overall development of children and women through various schemes and programs. The department's primary objective is to empower and entitle children, women, and adolescents, while strengthening the Decentralized Feeding Programme of Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS). The department's activities are centred on promoting social and economic empowerment of women through cross-cutting policies and programs, including mainstreaming gender concerns, creating awareness about their rights, and facilitating institutional and legislative support to enable them to realize their human rights and develop to their full potential.

The WCD department aims to ensure a safe and conducive environment for all children through the prevention and response to child abuse, exploitation, and neglect. It provides development, care, and protection of children through cross-cutting policies and programs, spreading awareness about their rights, access to learning, nutrition, and institutional support.

To achieve these objectives, the department formulates necessary policies, programs, and schemes and coordinates the efforts of both governmental and non-governmental organizations working in the field of women and children.

The department implements developmental programs, conducts evaluations, and monitors progress to ensure the effective implementation of these initiatives. In addition to the ICDS scheme, the WCD department has been implementing other initiatives aimed at promoting the development and well-being of children and women, including programs focused on maternal and child health, girl primary education, nutrition and health education.


Official Address
Department of Women & Child Development and Mission Shakti Odisha State Secretariat, Sachivalaya Marg, Unit-2,
Bhubaneswar, Orissa - 751001
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