ICDS Jammu and Kashmir Recruitment 2026 for 31 Sanginis & Sahayikas – Apply Offline @ jkicds.nic.in
Attention Aspirants of Latest Government Jobs! The Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS), Jammu and Kashmir, has released a golden opportunity for all eligible candidates. The official notification for the recruitment of Sanginis (Anganwadi Workers) and Sahayikas (Anganwadi Helpers) is now live. This is a perfect chance to secure a stable government position in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. This ICDS J&K Recruitment 2026 offers a total of 31 vacancies under Advertisement No. 03-CDPO (SGR) of 2026. Candidates are advised to read the full details below for eligibility, selection process, and application instructions.
Below is the detailed vacancy distribution for the ICDS J&K Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026. This is a state-specific recruitment for the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
| Post Designation | Total Vacancies | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Sanginis (Anganwadi Workers) | 14 | Jammu & Kashmir Govt Jobs |
| Sahayikas (Anganwadi Helpers) | 17 | Jammu & Kashmir Govt Jobs |
| Total | 31 | |
Candidates must satisfy the following educational qualifications and age limits to apply online for this Sarkari Naukri.
No application fee is required for any category (General/OBC/SC/ST).
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 19 June 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 22 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Application | 21 July 2026 |
The selection for ICDS Anganwadi Worker & Helper posts will be done through a merit-based system. The process involves:
Candidates must apply through offline mode only. Follow these steps carefully:
Direct Link: Download Official Notification PDF
The last date for submission of the offline application is 21 July 2026.
There are a total of 31 vacancies – 14 for Sanginis (Anganwadi Workers) and 17 for Sahayikas (Anganwadi Helpers).
For Anganwadi Workers (Sanginis), the minimum qualification is 10+2. For Anganwadi Helpers (Sahayikas), it is Matriculation (10th).
No, there is no application fee for any category.
The selection is merit-based on qualifying exam marks, followed by document verification.
The age limit is 18-37 years, with relaxations as per J&K government norms.
This recruitment is primarily for residents of Jammu & Kashmir, as per state government job norms. Please check the official notification for domicile requirements.
You can download it from the official website: jkicds.nic.in or use the direct link provided in the article.
| Job Name | Location | Last Date | Details |
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ICDS Jammu and Kashmir Recruitment 2026 for 31 Sanginis & Sahayikas – Apply Offline @ jkicds.nic.in
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Srinagar | 21st July, 2026 | View Details |
The ICDS Scheme has been a well conceived Scheme. But, the real problem lies in its implementation which arises out of inadequate funding, lack of convergence, accountability of those managing and implementing the programme, specially, at the level of Anganwadi centres and supervisory level, lack of community ownership and the general perception about this being a feeding programme and not an Early Childhood Development programme.
Consequent upon the deliberation held with the state Governments including J&K , different Ministries , Planning Commission and other stakeholders including civil society and voluntary organization across the country over the years . The Government of India has approved the strengthening and restructuring of ICDS on 22nd of October 2012. in mission mode at the state level
To create a society providing conducive atmosphere for growth and development in a safe and protective environment ;
Ensuring dignified life to the vulnerable groups such as children, women.
A transformed ICDS to ensure holistic physical, psychosocial, cognitive and emotional development of children under 6 years of age in nurturing, protective, child friendly and gender sensitive family, community, programme and policy environments with greater emphasis on children under 3 and promotion of optimal early childhood care, development & learning including maternal care.