The District Programme Officer (ICDS), Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) has officially announced the Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 with 140 vacancies. The detailed notification was published on 22 April 2026 at the upanganwadibharti.in. Candidates who meet the age criteria of 18 to 35 years and hold Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent qualification can now submit their online applications from 22 April 2026 to 13 May 2026. Direct links to download the notification and apply online are shared below.
UP Anganwadi Prayagraj Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
The District Programme Officer, ICDS (Integrated Child Development Services), Prayagraj has officially published the recruitment notice in pursuance of Government Order No. Sn0-1/1092245/2025/3313/58-1-2025 (1917687) dated 17 September 2025 for filling up vacant Anganwadi Worker posts under various Child Development Projects in the urban and rural areas of Prayagraj district. The official notice is available on the departmental website https://www.upanganwadibharti.in and on the notice boards of the District Collectorate, Vikas Bhavan, Tehsil offices, and all Child Development Project offices of Prayagraj. Candidates are strongly advised to read the complete notification and the State Government guidelines published on the website before filling the online application form. No application submitted offline or through post or email will be accepted.
UP Anganwadi Prayagraj Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruiting Organisation | District Programme Officer (DPO), ICDS, Prayagraj |
| Department | Department of Child Development (Bal Vikas), Government of Uttar Pradesh |
| Notice Reference | Letter No. /Ji0.0a.0Adhi0/Bal0.0Par0/3ai0n.0 Chayan/2026-27, Dated 22 April 2026 |
| Governing GO | GO No. Sn0-1/1092245/2025/3313/58-1-2025 (1917687), Dated 17 September 2025 |
| Post Name | Anganwadi Worker (Anganwadi Karyakatri) |
| Total Vacancies | 140 Posts (3 under Full Selection Process + 137 under New Selection Process) |
| Gender | Female Candidates Only |
| Application Mode | Online only – https://www.upanganwadibharti.in |
| Last Date for Online Application | 13.05.2026 (up to 12:00 midnight) |
| Age Cut-off Date | 01 January 2026 |
| Official Website | https://www.upanganwadibharti.in |
UP Anganwadi Prayagraj Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice Date | 22 April 2026 |
| Age Eligibility Cut-off Date | 01 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 13.05.2026 (up to 12:00 midnight) |
| Merit List / Selection Updates | Published only on https://www.upanganwadibharti.in |
UP Anganwadi Prayagraj Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
A total of 140 Anganwadi Worker vacancies have been announced across various Child Development Projects (CDPs) in Prayagraj district - 3 posts under the Full (Purna) Selection Process and 137 posts under the New (Navin) Selection Process. The vacancies are distributed across Urban and Rural CDPs with category-wise breakup (UR, OBC, SC) for each project.
Detailed gram sabha/ward-wise and project-wise vacancy information is available on the notice boards of the District Collectorate, Vikas Bhavan, Tehsil offices, and all Child Development Project and District Programme Officer offices of Prayagraj, as well as on the departmental website.
(i) Full Selection Process Vacancies (3 Posts)
| Sl. No. | Project Name | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Geja | 2 |
| 2 | Shahar-Dwitiya (Urban-Second) | 1 |
| Total | 3 | |
(ii) New Selection Process Vacancies (137 Posts)
| Sl. No. | Project Name | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shankargarh | 06 |
| 2 | Soraon (Sidaon) | 03 |
| 3 | Shahar-Dwitiya (Urban-Second) | 12 |
| 4 | Shahar-Pratham (Urban-First) | 19 |
| 5 | Pratappur | 03 |
| 6 | Geja | 12 |
| 7 | Majhuaima | 01 |
| 8 | Koraon | 07 |
| 9 | Kothdwar | 06 |
| 10 | Jasra | 14 |
| 11 | Handia | 01 |
| 12 | Dhanpur | 02 |
| 13 | Chaka | 12 |
| 14 | Bahria | 08 |
| 15 | Bahadurpur | 11 |
| 16 | Phulpur | 07 |
| 17 | Manda | 05 |
| 18 | Holagarh | 04 |
| 19 | Karchana | 04 |
| Total | 137 | |
UP Anganwadi Prayagraj Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Only female candidates are eligible to apply. The applicant must be a permanent resident (Sthayi Nivasini) of the same Gram Sabha/Ward (in urban areas: the same Ward) in which the Anganwadi Centre vacancy exists - applications from candidates of other districts or other states will be rejected. The minimum educational qualification for the Anganwadi Worker post is Intermediate (12th pass) or equivalent.
Where more than one candidate with the same minimum qualification (Intermediate) is available, a merit list will be prepared for all candidates of the same category taking into account both the minimum qualification (Intermediate or equivalent) and the highest educational qualification (Post-Graduate).
No written examination or interview will be conducted for the selection - merit will be based entirely on educational qualifications. Additionally, for the Anganwadi Worker post specifically, the applicant must meet one of the following preference criteria related to her socioeconomic background in the Gram Sabha/Ward.
Preference Order for Anganwadi Worker Selection (Category 'Ka')
| Priority | Preference Category |
|---|---|
| (i) | Woman from a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family who is a permanent resident of the same Gram Sabha/Ward (Urban areas: same Ward) |
| (ii) | Legally separated / Divorced woman from a BPL family who is a permanent resident of the same Gram Sabha/Ward (Urban: same Ward) |
| (iii) | Widow woman from a BPL family - if no candidate found in (i) and (ii): woman from a BPL family in the same Gram Sabha/Ward (Urban: same Ward) |
Sub-category 'Kha' (if no eligible candidate found in category 'Ka')
| (i) | Widow woman from an Above Poverty Line (APL) family in the same Gram Sabha/Ward |
| (ii) | Legally separated / Divorced woman from an APL family in the same Gram Sabha/Ward |
| (iii) | Widow/Divorced woman from an APL family - if no candidate found in (i) and (ii), women from APL families in the same Gram Sabha/Ward |
If no eligible candidate from any of the above categories is available in the Gram Sabha, selection will be done as per the priority list from the concerned Nyaya Panchayat.
UP Anganwadi Prayagraj Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The age of the applicant must be minimum 18 years and maximum 35 years as on the cut-off date of 01 January 2026. The date of birth as mentioned in the High School (10th) Marksheet and Certificate will be the only accepted proof for age verification. No other age proof document will be entertained.
Age relaxation as per Government of Uttar Pradesh rules will be applicable to SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen and other eligible reserved category candidates as per prevailing government orders.
| Category | Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026) |
|---|---|
| General (UR) / EWS | 18 to 35 years |
| OBC / SC / ST | Age relaxation as per UP Government rules |
UP Anganwadi Prayagraj Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
The official notification does not mention any application fee for Anganwadi Worker recruitment in Prayagraj 2026. The online application is available free of cost through the departmental website https://www.upanganwadibharti.in. Candidates are advised to apply only through the official government portal and not through any third-party website or agent. Be cautious of any individual or agency demanding payment for application processing or selection facilitation - the application process is entirely free. Applications submitted via any medium other than the official website will not be accepted.
| All Categories | NIL (No application fee) |
UP Anganwadi Prayagraj Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 Remuneration & Benefits
The Anganwadi Worker post is a part-time, honorary/honourarium-based position under the ICDS scheme - it is not a regular government service post and is not governed by the U.P. State Government Employee Service Rules. Selected Anganwadi Workers receive a monthly honourarium as fixed by the Government of India and Government of Uttar Pradesh, which is revised from time to time. No additional government service benefits such as pension, provident fund, gratuity, or service seniority are applicable to this post. This engagement does not confer any right to regular government employment at any stage.
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Nature of Post | Part-time, Honourarium-based (not a regular government post) |
| Monthly Honourarium | As fixed by Govt. of India / Govt. of UP (revised from time to time) |
| U.P. State Service Rules | NOT applicable to Anganwadi Workers |
| Right to Regular Employment | No right to regular government employment at any stage |
| Termination | Can be terminated by the Government at any time as per applicable guidelines |
UP Anganwadi Prayagraj Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1: Online Application | Candidates apply online on https://www.upanganwadibharti.in by 13.05.2026 (up to midnight). Upload self-attested documents as required. No offline / email / postal applications accepted. |
| Stage 2: Application Screening | Applications screened for eligibility - domicile, age, gender, qualifications, and category. Incomplete or incorrect applications rejected without intimation. |
| Stage 3: Merit List Preparation | Merit list prepared based on educational qualifications. Minimum qualification (Intermediate/equivalent) + highest qualification (up to PG) considered. No written test or interview. |
| Stage 4: Document Verification | Shortlisted candidates called for physical verification of original documents. Residence proof, caste certificate, income/BPL certificate, age proof, educational certificates, and other documents verified. |
| Stage 5: Final Selection & Appointment | Selection list published on departmental website. No separate letter/communication sent to candidates. Selected candidates must join within the prescribed period. |
How to Apply for Anganwadi Worker Recruitment Prayagraj 2026
The application process is entirely online - only applications submitted through the departmental website https://www.upanganwadibharti.in within the prescribed time limit will be accepted. Applications submitted by post, email, in person, or through any other medium will not be accepted.
Candidates must upload self-attested copies of all required documents while filling the online application form. The online application form will not be available for filling after the last date. Before applying, candidates must read all State Government guidelines and instructions available on the website.
If any error is found in the submitted application or if the details uploaded are found to be unclear, incorrect, or incomplete - including mismatched or altered information - the candidature will be cancelled. In urban (city) areas, candidates must upload a Residence Certificate (Nivas Praman Patra) issued online by the Tehsil, along with the Ward Number and Ward Name.
- Visit the official website: https://www.upanganwadibharti.in
- Read all the Government guidelines and notification details available on the website before applying.
- Fill the online application form carefully with correct and accurate information.
- Upload self-attested copies of all required documents clearly.
- Submit the online application on or before 13.05.2026 (up to 12:00 midnight).
- No offline, postal, email, or in-person application will be accepted.
- For more information: Contact the Child Development Project Office or the District Programme Officer (DPO) office at Vikas Bhavan, Prayagraj on any working day.
Documents Required for Anganwadi Worker Recruitment Prayagraj 2026
| S.No. | Document | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | High School (10th) Marksheet & Certificate | Proof of Date of Birth - mandatory |
| 2 | Intermediate (12th) or Higher Educational Qualification Marksheets & Certificates | All educational certificates from Intermediate to highest qualification |
| 3 | Residence / Nativity Certificate (Nivas Praman Patra) | Online digitally signed certificate from Tehsil. For urban (city) areas: Tehsil-issued online certificate with Ward No. and Ward Name. No manual certificate accepted. |
| 4 | Caste Certificate (SC / OBC) | Online digitally signed certificate from Tehsil. No manual certificate accepted. |
| 5 | Income Certificate / BPL / APL Proof | As per U.P. Govt. norms - online verified income certificate from Revenue Officer (Tehsildar and above). New Government orders/income ceiling guidelines apply. |
| 6 | Death Certificate of Husband (for Widow applicants) | Issued by Gram Panchayat Officer / Concerned Urban Local Body - attested copy valid |
| 7 | Family Court Legal Separation / Divorce Order | For legally separated or divorced women applicants - Court Order required |
| 8 | Self-Attested Photograph | Uploaded on the online application form |
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Only women candidates who are permanent residents of the same Gram Sabha/Ward as the Anganwadi Centre can apply.
- Applications from other districts or other states will be rejected outright.
- Online application only - no offline/postal/email applications accepted.
- Last date: 13.05.2026 (up to 12:00 midnight). No late applications will be considered.
- Age: 18 to 35 years as on 01 January 2026.
- No written test or interview - merit based entirely on educational qualifications.
- Only Tehsil-issued online digitally signed Residence and Caste Certificates are valid - manual certificates not accepted.
- This is NOT a regular government job - no state service rules apply.
- All selection updates published only on https://www.upanganwadibharti.in - no separate communication to candidates.
- Submitting forged/tampered documents or false information will lead to cancellation of candidature at any stage.
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