📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
ICDS Kaushambi Anganwadi Karyakartri Recruitment 2026 — Key Details
- Recruiting Body: Office of the District Programme Officer, ICDS, Kaushambi
- Endorsement Number: C-1644
- Post Name: Anganwadi Karyakartri (Anganwadi Worker)
- Total Vacancies: 143
- Employment Nature: ICDS Scheme Direct Recruitment (contractual scheme-based post, not a traditional permanent cadre appointment)
- Application Mode: Online through https://www.upanganwadibharti.in
- Notification Date: 30 September 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 21 October 2026, up to 12:00 midnight
- Job Location: Kaushambi district, Uttar Pradesh
- Application Fee: Rs. 0 (No Application Fee)
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Project Name | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muratganj | 10 | 18–35 years | Rs. 15,000 |
| Chail | 09 | 18–35 years | Rs. 15,000 |
| Nevada | 06 | 18–35 years | Rs. 15,000 |
| Manjhanpur | 15 | 18–35 years | Rs. 15,000 |
| Sarsawan | 20 | 18–35 years | Rs. 15,000 |
| Kanaili | 28 | 18–35 years | Rs. 15,000 |
| Kada | 12 | 18–35 years | Rs. 15,000 |
| Sirathu | 42 | 18–35 years | Rs. 15,000 |
| Shahar (Urban) | 01 | 18–35 years | Rs. 15,000 |
| Total | 143 | — | — |
Category-wise distribution: Unreserved — 72, Other Backward Class — 30, Scheduled Caste — 41. The total 143 vacancies are reserved as per UP government norms. Ward-wise and Gram Sabha-wise detailed vacancy lists are available on district notice boards and the departmental website.
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
Anganwadi Karyakartri (Anganwadi Worker)
- Gender: Only women candidates are eligible.
- Residential Eligibility: The candidate must be a permanent resident of the ward or Gram Sabha where the vacancy exists. If no eligible candidate of the required category is available in the Gram Sabha, candidates from the concerned Nyay Panchayat may apply. In urban areas, the online residence certificate must clearly show the relevant ward number or name.
- Educational Qualification: Intermediate (Class 12) or equivalent. Merit list is prepared on the basis of educational qualification from Intermediate or equivalent up to a maximum of Postgraduate level.
- Age Limit: Minimum 18 years, maximum 35 years as on 1 July 2026. Age relaxation is not specified in the notification.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
The selection is merit-based and does not involve a written examination or interview. The merit list is prepared on the basis of educational qualification — candidates are ranked from Intermediate or equivalent up to Postgraduate level. The final decision to fill or not fill the posts rests with the selection committee. The number of vacancies may be revised up or down by the committee.
Information filled in the online application is used for the selection process. No documents are accepted offline. If any detail, mark, or percentage is found incorrect or forged, the candidature will be cancelled.
No TA/DA will be paid to candidates appearing for any stage of the selection process.
Preference Rule (Sahayika Post Context)
The notification references a preference rule in the context of recruitment to the helper (Sahayika) post: BPL widows receive first preference, followed by BPL legally divorced or abandoned women, then women of BPL families on merit. If no BPL applicant is available, the same process applies to women above the poverty line. Candidates should confirm with the official notification whether this rule applies to the Karyakartri posts.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Income Certificate — issued within 3 years before the advertisement date by a competent authority under UP Revenue Section-9 GO No. 3959/1-9-11-Raj-9 dated 30.09.2011 (as amended); must be verifiable online with digital signature
- Residence Certificate — issued by the tehsil with digital signature; must clearly show ward / Gram Sabha / Nyay Panchayat details; must be verifiable online
- Caste Certificate — in Central Government prescribed format with digital signature (if applicable); must be verifiable online
- Intermediate (Class 12) or Equivalent Certificate and all Mark Sheets (Age Proof)
- For Widows: Death Certificate issued by Gram Panchayat officer or urban body, plus certified copy of the family register
- For Divorced / Abandoned Women: Legal orders issued by the Hon'ble Court
- Self-attested copies of records — clear and legible — must be uploaded on https://www.upanganwadibharti.in and mentioned in the online form
- Two recent passport-size photographs and valid government photo ID proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
- Visit the official portal https://www.upanganwadibharti.in
- Fill in the online application form in the departmental format with accurate details.
- Upload clear, legible, self-attested copies of all required records and mention them in the form.
- Submit the application on or before 21 October 2026, up to 12:00 midnight.
Applications sent offline or by post will not be accepted in any case.
Important Notes
- 194 Anganwadi centres of Kaushambi district (Chail 162, Nevada 32, Muratganj 01) are being merged into Prayagraj district under Bhagwatpur development block. Recruitment for vacant posts in these centres will be conducted by Prayagraj district administration.
- The number of vacancies may be revised up or down. The final decision rests with the selection committee.
- All certificates must have online digital signatures and be verifiable on the government portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the last date to apply for ICDS Kaushambi Anganwadi Karyakartri Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 21 October 2026, up to 12:00 midnight. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be considered.
2. How many vacancies are announced in ICDS Kaushambi Anganwadi Karyakartri Recruitment 2026?
A total of 143 vacancies have been announced for Anganwadi Karyakartri posts across nine child development projects in Kaushambi district, Uttar Pradesh. The distribution is: Unreserved — 72, OBC — 30, SC — 41.
3. What is the official website to apply for ICDS Kaushambi Anganwadi Karyakartri Recruitment 2026?
The official website is https://www.upanganwadibharti.in. All applications must be submitted online through this portal. Offline or postal applications will not be accepted.
4. What is the educational qualification required for ICDS Kaushambi Anganwadi Karyakartri?
The minimum educational qualification is Intermediate (Class 12) or equivalent. The merit list is prepared on the basis of educational qualification, with candidates ranked from Intermediate up to Postgraduate level.
5. What is the age limit for ICDS Kaushambi Anganwadi Karyakartri Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 18 to 35 years as on 1 July 2026. Age relaxation is not specified in the notification. Only women candidates who are permanent residents of the concerned ward or Gram Sabha are eligible.
6. Is there any application fee for ICDS Kaushambi Anganwadi Karyakartri Recruitment 2026?
No application fee is required for this recruitment. The application process is completely free of charge.
7. What is the nature of employment — is this a permanent government job?
These are ICDS scheme-based direct recruitment posts. While the recruitment is conducted through a direct application process, the position falls under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme. Candidates should refer to the official notification for complete details on terms and conditions of the appointment.