The District Programme Officers of Bijnour and Kanpur Nagar have released the UP Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 notification under the Bal Vikas Pariyojana (Child Development Project) for a combined total of 787 vacancies - covering Anganwadi Karyakartri (Worker) and Anganwadi Sahayika (Helper) posts. Only women candidates are eligible to apply. The age limit is 18 to 35 years as on 01 January 2026. Applications must be submitted online at http://upanganwadibharti.in - the last date for Bijnour is 15 July 2026 (12:00 midnight) and for Kanpur Nagar is 15 July 2026.
UP Anganwadi Bharti 2026 Notification PDF Download
The official UP Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 notification PDFs for Bijnour and Kanpur Nagar districts have been released by the respective District Programme Officers and are available on the departmental website. The notifications contain complete details of project-wise and ward-wise vacancies, reservation details, and the full application procedure. Candidates can download the UP Anganwadi Karyakartri Sahayika Bharti 2026 notification PDF and the project-wise vacancy list from the links below.
| Document | Link |
|---|---|
| Official UP Anganwadi Bharti Website (Notification + Apply Online) | Check Here |
| Bijnour District Notification PDF | Check Here |
| Kanpur Nagar District Notification PDF | Check Here |
UP Anganwadi Bharti 2026 – Quick Overview
This recruitment is issued under Government Order No. S-2025/3313/58-1-2025(1917687) dated 17 September 2025. Both Bijnour and Kanpur Nagar districts have released separate notifications on 24 June 2026 as part of the same statewide UP Anganwadi Bharti 2026 drive. Recruitment is merit-based with no written examination - selection is based on academic marks and priority order as per government rules.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | District Programme Office – Bijnour & Kanpur Nagar (Under UP Bal Vikas Vibhag) |
| Post Names | Anganwadi Karyakartri (Worker) / Anganwadi Sahayika (Helper) |
| Total Vacancies (Combined) | 787 (Bijnour: 528 | Kanpur Nagar: 259) |
| Eligible Candidates | Women only |
| Age Limit | 18 to 35 years (as on 01.01.2026) |
| Application Mode | Online only at http://upanganwadibharti.in |
| Notification Date | 24 June 2026 |
| Last Date – Bijnour | 15 July 2026 (12:00 midnight) |
| Last Date – Kanpur Nagar | 15 July 2026 |
| Selection Mode | Merit-based (Academic Marks – No Written Exam) |
| Official Website | http://upanganwadibharti.in |
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UP Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
Both the Bijnour and Kanpur Nagar UP Anganwadi Vacancy 2026 notifications were issued on the same date - 24 June 2026 - under the same state government order. Candidates must note that the online application portal closes strictly by the deadline, and no offline application in any form (paper, postal, or otherwise) will be accepted or considered under any circumstances.
| Event | Bijnour | Kanpur Nagar |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Date | 24 June 2026 | 24 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 24 June 2026 | 24 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 15 July 2026 (12:00 midnight) | 15 July 2026 |
| Age Reference Date | 01 January 2026 | 01 January 2026 |
The last date to apply online for UP Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 in Bijnour is 15 July 2026 at 12:00 midnight, and for Kanpur Nagar the last date is 15 July 2026. Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid server congestion on the last day.
UP Anganwadi Vacancy 2026 – District-Wise and Project-Wise Breakdown
The UP Anganwadi Worker Vacancy 2026 is distributed across urban and rural Bal Vikas Pariyojana projects within each district. Bijnour has vacancies for both Anganwadi Karyakartri and Sahayika posts, while the Kanpur Nagar notification covers only Anganwadi Karyakartri vacancies. The tables below give the complete project-wise vacancy details for both districts.
Bijnour District – Anganwadi Karyakartri (Worker) Vacancies: 268
| S.No. | Project Name | Area Type | Worker Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shahar Bijnour | Urban | 5 |
| 2 | Mou Pur Devmal | Rural | 16 |
| 3 | Haldaur | Rural | 9 |
| 4 | Khari Jhalu | Rural | 21 |
| 5 | Jalilpur | Rural | 34 |
| 6 | Noorpur | Rural | 31 |
| 7 | Afzalgarh | Rural | 18 |
| 8 | Syohara | Rural | 19 |
| 9 | Dhampur | Rural | 24 |
| 10 | Nehtaur | Rural | 15 |
| 11 | Kiratpur | Rural | 10 |
| 12 | Najibabad | Rural | 39 |
| 13 | Kotwali | Rural | 27 |
| Total – Bijnour Karyakartri | 268 | ||
Bijnour District – Anganwadi Sahayika (Helper) Vacancies: 260
| S.No. | Project Name | Area Type | Helper Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shahar Bijnour | Urban | 28 |
| 2 | Mou Pur Devmal | Rural | 15 |
| 3 | Haldaur | Rural | 21 |
| 4 | Khari Jhalu | Rural | 20 |
| 5 | Jalilpur | Rural | 23 |
| 6 | Noorpur | Rural | 13 |
| 7 | Afzalgarh | Rural | 22 |
| 8 | Syohara | Rural | 12 |
| 9 | Dhampur | Rural | 30 |
| 10 | Nehtaur | Rural | 12 |
| 11 | Kiratpur | Rural | 13 |
| 12 | Najibabad | Rural | 31 |
| 13 | Kotwali | Rural | 20 |
| Total – Bijnour Sahayika | 260 | ||
Kanpur Nagar District – Anganwadi Karyakartri (Worker) Vacancies: 259
| S.No. | Project Name | Area Type | Worker Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bheetargaon | Rural | 22 |
| 2 | Bithnu | Rural | 19 |
| 3 | Bilhaur | Rural | 26 |
| 4 | Chaubeypur | Rural | 15 |
| 5 | Ghatampur | Rural | 35 |
| 6 | Kakwan | Rural | 4 |
| 7 | Kalyanpur | Rural | 33 |
| 8 | Patara | Rural | 17 |
| 9 | Sarso | Rural | 17 |
| 10 | Shivrajpur | Rural | 20 |
| 11 | Shahar Pratham (Urban 1) | Urban | 24 |
| 12 | Shahar Dwitiya (Urban 2) | Urban | 27 |
| Total – Kanpur Nagar Karyakartri | 259 | ||
Combined Vacancy Summary
| District | Post | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Bijnour | Anganwadi Karyakartri (Worker) | 268 |
| Bijnour | Anganwadi Sahayika (Helper) | 260 |
| Kanpur Nagar | Anganwadi Karyakartri (Worker) | 259 |
| Grand Total | 787 | |
UP Anganwadi Eligibility Criteria 2026 – Who Can Apply
Only women candidates are eligible to apply for UP Anganwadi Karyakartri Bharti 2026. The minimum educational qualification differs between the Worker and Helper posts. Candidates must be a permanent resident of the same Gram Sabha / Ward in which the vacancy exists - applications from candidates of other Gram Sabhas or Wards will not be accepted.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Minimum Qualification | Maximum Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Anganwadi Karyakartri (Worker) | Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent | Post-Graduate (merit based on graduation marks) |
| Anganwadi Sahayika (Helper) | Class 5 Pass (Primary level) | Graduate (merit based on highest marks) |
For the Anganwadi Karyakartri post, merit is prepared on the basis of marks obtained in Intermediate or equivalent qualification. For higher qualifications (graduation/post-graduation), marks are also factored into merit. The merit list is prepared using a grading and CGPA system - decimal points after three places are not rounded up. If two candidates secure equal marks, the one with higher age is given priority. If both marks and age are equal, the candidate with higher educational qualification is ranked higher.
Age Limit
The age limit for both posts is minimum 18 years and maximum 35 years. Age is calculated as on 01 January 2026. High school marks certificate and date of birth proof must be as entered in the online application form. Age relaxation as per UP government rules applies to reserved category candidates.
Residency Condition
This is a strict eligibility condition unique to Anganwadi recruitment. The applicant must be a permanent resident of the same Gram Sabha / Ward (for urban areas) for which the vacancy is posted. Applications from women residing in other Gram Sabhas or Wards will be summarily rejected. For Kanpur Nagar, the notification specifically states this residency requirement is mandatory.
UP Anganwadi Selection Process 2026 – Merit and Priority Order
There is no written examination for UP Anganwadi Sahayika and Karyakartri recruitment. Selection is entirely merit-based, using academic marks. However, within the same merit, a government-mandated priority order is applied. Understanding this priority order is essential because it determines who gets selected even among candidates with equal marks.
Priority Order for Anganwadi Karyakartri Selection (as per Government Order)
- Priority 1 (BPL): Widow / legally divorced / deserted woman from the same Gram Sabha / Ward who lives below the poverty line (BPL). If no such woman applies, then BPL woman from the same Gram Sabha who sustains the family.
- Priority 2 (APL): Widow / legally divorced / deserted woman from the same Gram Sabha / Ward who lives above the poverty line (APL). If no such woman applies, then APL woman from the same Gram Sabha who sustains the family.
- Priority 3: If no candidate from the above two categories is available from the same Gram Sabha, an ordinary woman from the Gram Sabha is selected on the basis of overall merit.
For widows, proof must include a death certificate issued by the Gram Panchayat Officer / urban local body and a certified copy of the family register. For divorcees / deserted women, a legal court order is required. Income proof for BPL/APL status must be issued by the Revenue Department of Uttar Pradesh - an annual income of up to Rs. 46,080 qualifies for rural BPL and up to Rs. 56,460 for urban BPL centres.
One important rule: two women from the same family cannot be appointed as Anganwadi Karyakartri at the same Anganwadi centre.UP Anganwadi Apply Online 2026 – Step-by-Step Process
The UP Anganwadi Apply Online 2026 process is available exclusively through the official departmental website at http://upanganwadibharti.in. No offline applications, paper submissions, or postal applications will be accepted under any circumstances. The online form must be filled carefully - errors in data or uploaded documents can result in outright rejection of the application.
- Visit the official UP Anganwadi recruitment website: http://upanganwadibharti.in
- Select your district - Bijnour or Kanpur Nagar - and the relevant post (Karyakartri or Sahayika).
- Select the specific Bal Vikas Pariyojana project and Gram Sabha / Ward where you are a permanent resident.
- Fill in your personal details, date of birth (as per High School certificate), and residential details accurately.
- Enter your academic qualifications - Intermediate marks, graduation marks if applicable.
- Upload self-attested copies of all required documents in the formats accepted by the portal.
- If applicable, upload BPL/APL income proof, widow death certificate, or divorce/desertion court order.
- Review all details carefully in the preview screen before final submission.
- Submit the application and save the application number / confirmation receipt for future reference.
Important: Only the online application form as per the format on the departmental website will be accepted. The applicant must upload self-attested, legible, and readable copies of all documents mentioned in the application form. No correction of errors after submission via offline mode will be entertained.
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Documents Required for UP Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Application
Candidates must keep the following documents ready before starting the online application. All documents must be self-attested and uploaded in the format accepted by the upanganwadibharti.in portal. Documents issued by individuals (not government authorities) will not be accepted.
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| High School (Class 10) Certificate / Marksheet | Date of birth proof (mandatory) |
| Intermediate (Class 12) Marksheet | Educational qualification for Karyakartri merit |
| Graduation / Post-graduation Marksheet (if applicable) | Additional merit for Karyakartri |
| Class 5 Pass Certificate | Minimum qualification for Sahayika |
| Residence / Domicile Certificate (Digital, issued by Tehsil via online system) | Permanent residency proof for the respective Gram Sabha/Ward |
| Caste Certificate (Digital, issued by Tehsil via online system) | For reserved category candidates |
| Income Certificate (BPL/APL) | For priority category applicants - must be issued by UP Revenue Department |
| Death Certificate of Husband (for widows) | Issued by Gram Panchayat Officer or urban local body - mandatory for Priority 1 category |
| Family Register Copy (for widows) | Certified copy from Gram Panchayat or Nagar Palika |
| Court Order (for divorcees/deserted women) | Legal court order from competent authority |
| Passport-size photograph and signature | As required by the portal |
Note on certificates: Residence and caste certificates must be digitally signed and issued by the Tehsil through the online verification system - manual/hand-signed versions are not accepted unless online verification is possible. For widows, the death certificate and family register copy from the Gram Panchayat or Nagar Palika/Nagar Nigam are mandatory.
Common Mistakes to Avoid – UP Anganwadi Sahayika Karyakartri Bharti 2026
Based on the requirements stated in the official notifications for Bijnour and Kanpur Nagar, the following are the most critical errors that commonly lead to application rejection in UP Anganwadi Bharti 2026.
- Applying from a different Gram Sabha or Ward: This is the single biggest disqualifier. The applicant must be a permanent resident of the exact Gram Sabha or Ward where the vacancy exists. Women from neighbouring villages or wards cannot apply for a post in another area.
- Uploading non-digital or manually signed certificates: Residence and caste certificates must be digitally signed by the Tehsil authority and verifiable online. Manually signed photocopies will not be accepted.
- Using income certificates issued by individuals: Income certificates issued by any individual (not the Revenue Department) will not be accepted for BPL/APL classification.
- Submitting an offline or postal application: No offline application in any form - paper, postal, or in-person - is accepted. Only the online form at upanganwadibharti.in is valid.
- Not mentioning the correct project/Pariyojana name: The vacancy you apply for must match the exact Bal Vikas Pariyojana project and Gram Sabha. Selecting the wrong project leads to automatic disqualification.
- Two women from the same family applying for the same centre: Two women from the same family cannot be appointed at the same Anganwadi centre - if found, the application will be cancelled.
- Incorrect date of birth: The date of birth must match the High School certificate exactly. Any mismatch results in rejection. Age is verified as on 01 January 2026.
- Missing widow/divorce proof for priority claim: Applicants claiming Priority 1 or 2 status (widow/divorced/deserted) must upload the required legal documents. Without them, the priority claim is disregarded and the application is treated as a general merit case.
Important Links – UP Anganwadi Recruitment 2026
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
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