Office of the District Programme Officer (DPO), Amethi, under the Child Development Services and Pushtahar Department, Uttar Pradesh, has released the UP Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 notification for 172 Anganwadi Worker posts.
Eligible female candidates who have passed Intermediate (12th) can apply online from 01 September 2026 to 21 September 2026. Candidates must also meet the prescribed residence and other eligibility conditions for the concerned ward or Gram Sabha.
Overview Table
| Particulars | Details |
| Organisation | Office of the District Programme Officer, Amethi |
| Department | Child Development Services and Pushtahar, Uttar Pradesh |
| Post Name | Anganwadi Worker (Karyakatri) |
| Total Posts | 172 |
| Age Limit | 18–35 Years |
| Qualification | Intermediate (12th) or Equivalent |
| Application Fee | No Fee Mentioned |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary | Honorarium Based |
| Experience | Not Required |
| Eligibility | Female candidates meeting qualification, age, residence and certificate requirements |
| Job Location | Amethi District, Uttar Pradesh |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Starts | 01 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 September 2026 |
| Notification Date | 31 August 2026 |
| Age Cut-off Date | 01 July 2026 |
Vacancy Details
A total of 172 Anganwadi Worker vacancies are available across 13 Child Development Projects in Amethi district.
| Project | Posts |
| Shahgarh | 8 |
| Tiloi | 25 |
| Gauriganj | 18 |
| Both | 7 |
| Amethi | 12 |
| Sangrampur | 8 |
| Swore | 9 |
| Singhpur | 11 |
| Bazaar School | 11 |
| Bahadurpur | 16 |
| Bhadar | 11 |
| Jagdishpur | 20 |
| Musafirkhana | 16 |
| Total | 172 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed Intermediate (12th) or an equivalent examination. Higher qualifications up to Postgraduation may also be considered for the prescribed merit calculation.
Age Limit
The candidate must be between 18 and 35 years as on 01 July 2026. Date of birth will be considered from the High School marksheet/certificate.
Other Eligibility
- Only female candidates can apply.
- Candidate must be a permanent resident of the concerned ward or Gram Sabha where the vacancy exists.
- Urban candidates must have the ward number mentioned on the residence certificate.
- Candidates claiming widow, divorced/separated or BPL status must submit the prescribed supporting documents.
- Income, caste and residence certificates must meet the notification requirements.
Experience Important
No separate work experience is required for the Anganwadi Worker post. Selection is based on the prescribed academic merit and document verification.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on an academic merit list prepared using marks from Intermediate to Postgraduate level, wherever applicable.
There is no separate written examination or interview mentioned in the notification. Candidates must successfully complete document and eligibility verification.
How to Apply for UP Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026
Eligible female candidates can apply online through the official UP Anganwadi recruitment portal.
- Visit the official Anganwadi recruitment website.
- Register and open the application form.
- Enter personal, educational and residence details carefully.
- Upload the required photograph, signature, marksheets and applicable certificates.
- Verify all information before final submission.
- Submit the application before 21 September 2026.
Official Apply Link
Candidates should submit their application through the official UP Anganwadi recruitment portal:
Apply Online: https://upanganwadibharti.in/
Only online applications submitted through the prescribed portal will be considered.
Details PDF Link
Candidates should read the official UP Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 notification PDF before applying. It contains the detailed eligibility conditions, project-wise vacancies, merit calculation, residence requirements and document instructions.
Details PDF: https://upanganwadibharti.in/workernew/uploadOrder/ordercopy_1788779086_51bd336d.pdf
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Apply Online | Official UP Anganwadi Recruitment Portal |
| Details PDF | UP Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 Notification |
| Official Website | UP Anganwadi Recruitment Portal |
About UP Anganwadi
The Anganwadi programme in Uttar Pradesh works under the Child Development Services and Pushtahar Department and focuses on early childhood care, nutrition and community-level services. Anganwadi Workers support various services for children, women and families at the local level.
FAQs – UP Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026
Q.1 How many posts are available?
There are 172 Anganwadi Worker posts in Amethi district.
Q.2 Who can apply?
Eligible female candidates who have passed Intermediate (12th) and meet the prescribed residence and other conditions can apply.
Q.3 What is the last date?
The last date to apply online is 21 September 2026.
Q.4 Is work experience required?
No, separate work experience is not required.
Q.5 Is there a written exam?
No separate written examination or interview is mentioned. Selection is based on academic merit and document verification.
Q.6 What is the age limit?
The age limit is 18 to 35 years as on 01 July 2026.