Women and Child Development Department Odisha (WCD Odisha) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 03 Angawadi Worker Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official WCD Odisha website. The last date to submit the application form is 20-02-2026. In this article, you’ll find the WCD Odisha Angawadi Worker Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.
Odisha Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 Overview
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| Organization Name | Odisha Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) |
| Post Name | Anganwadi Worker |
| Total Positions | 03 |
| Qualification Required | 12th Pass (Minimum) |
| Language Requirement | Odia Language Knowledge (Mandatory) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 35 years (as on 01-01-2026) |
| Nature of Position | Temporary/Contractual |
| Remuneration | Monthly Honorarium as per Government norms |
| Application Opening Date | From 06-02-2026 |
| Last Date for Document Verification | 20-02-2026 (11:00 AM - 3:00 PM) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | engagement-awc.odisha.gov.in |
Download Odisha Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Download Odisha Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF
Vacancy Details
Anganwadi Worker positions are available across multiple Anganwadi centers in Odisha. The exact number of vacancies per center is mentioned in the official notification and online portal. Candidates are required to apply for their respective centers as per their residential area.
Eligibility Criteria
General Requirements
- Applicant must be a female candidate
- Must be a permanent resident of the respective Anganwadi center area
- Age: Between 18 to 35 years as on 01-01-2026
- Minimum educational qualification: 12th Pass
- Knowledge of Odia language is mandatory
Special Category Provisions
- Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates
- Other Backward Classes (OBC) candidates
- Physically Disabled (40% or more disability as per District Chief Medical Officer certificate)
- Widow (spouse death certificate required)
- Orphan (certificate from recognized orphanage)
- Divorced/separated women (court certified)
- Homeless/abandoned women (certificate from competent authority)
Experience Preference
- Prior experience as ECCE (Early Childhood Care and Education) worker under education programs (NPEGEL, etc.)
- Prior experience as Balwadi (village nursery) worker
Salary & Honorarium
Selected Anganwadi Workers will receive monthly honorarium as fixed by the Odisha State Government. The exact amount will be as per government notification and current norms for ICDS workers. Honorarium is subject to satisfactory performance and monthly review.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Portal Opening | From 06-02-2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | As per online portal (check website) |
| Document Verification Date | 20-02-2026 (11:00 AM - 3:00 PM) |
| Verification Location | Office of the Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) |
Selection Process
- Merit-based selection derived from 12th standard examination marks
- List prepared based on 12th exam percentage marks (excluding extra subjects)
- Additional marks awarded for SC/ST status, OBC status, higher education, experience as ECCE/Balwadi worker, and other special categories as per guidelines
- Additional marks for candidates with NET/M.Phil./Ph.D. qualification (if applicable)
- Document verification for shortlisted candidates on 20-02-2026
- Final selection based on merit after document verification
How to Apply
- Visit the official portal: engagement-awc.odisha.gov.in
- Click on the login/registration link for female candidates (Public Portal)
- Create an account or login with your credentials
- Download the application form and fill all required details
- Upload all necessary documents (educational certificates, caste certificate, age proof, residence certificate, disability certificate if applicable, passport-size photo)
- Submit the online application through the portal
- Applications can be submitted from 06-02-2026 onwards
- Candidates must personally appear for document verification on 20-02-2026 with all original documents and self-attested photocopies
Required Documents for Application
- 10th to 12th standard educational certificates (both mark sheet and certificate)
- 12th standard mark sheet and certificate (both required)
- Permanent resident and caste certificate from local Tahsildar (as per government norms)
- Widow certificate (spouse death certificate) if applicable
- Orphan certificate (from recognized orphanage) if applicable
- Disability certificate (40% or more permanent disability from District Chief Medical Officer) if applicable
- Divorce/Separation certificate (court certified) if applicable
- Homeless/Abandoned certificate (from competent authority) if applicable
- Experience certificate as ECCE worker or Balwadi worker if applicable
- One passport-size color photograph
Important Terms and Conditions
- Position is temporary and co-terminus with the project duration
- Continuation depends on satisfactory performance and monthly review
- Candidates must be present personally for document verification with all original documents
- Incomplete applications will be rejected
- Applications must be submitted online only; offline applications will not be accepted
- Applicant must select their respective Anganwadi center as per residential area
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email/phone
- No TA/DA is provided for document verification/interview attendance
- Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidate
- Government reserves the right to cancel this notification partially or completely without notice
WCD Odisha Angawadi Worker Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
- Join Arattai Channel: Click Here
- Join Telegram Channel: Click Here
- Join WhatsApp Channel: Click Here
- Sarkari Result: Click Here
- Download Mobile App: Click Here
