UP Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 101 Posts

If you are a girl student or women who is searching for a simple government job near your home, then this news can make you happy. UP Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 is now officially started. Uttar Pradesh government has released notification for 101 Anganwadi Worker posts in different districts. Many candidates wait whole year for Anganwadi jobs because this job is safe, respectable, and helpful for society also.

Anganwadi job is not only about salary, but also about serving small childrens, mothers, and local families. If you have passed 12th class (Intermediate) or studied more, then you can apply. This recruitment is very useful for women who want job in their own village or ward. Online application is open now and last date is 19 February 2026, so do not wait till last day.

About the Employer – UP Anganwadi / ICDS

The Anganwadi system in Uttar Pradesh is run under Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS). ICDS is a very old and trusted government program of India. Its main work is to take care of children health, nutrition, and early education, and also support pregnant women and mothers.

UP Anganwadi Workers work at village level and help government reach benefits to poor and needy families. This department works under Women and Child Development, Uttar Pradesh. Many women already working as Anganwadi Worker and living respectable life in society. This recruitment is another chance to join this social service job.

Quick Overview – UP Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026

This table gives you short and clear idea about the job. If you want full details, read below carefully.

Vacancy Details (District Wise)

📍 Unnao District – 27 Posts

📍 Muzaffarnagar District – 74 Posts

So total 27 + 74 = 101 Anganwadi Worker posts are available in this recruitment.

Eligibility Criteria (Who Can Apply)

Please read this part slowly. Many students make mistake here.

👩 Gender Eligibility

Only female candidates are allowed to apply for Anganwadi Worker post.

🎓 Educational Qualification

• Candidate must have passed Intermediate (12th) or equivalent.

• Merit list will be prepared using marks of:

  • Intermediate

  • Graduation (if done)

  • Post Graduation (if done)

More education = more marks in merit, but Intermediate is minimum.

🏠 Residency Condition

• Candidate must be permanent resident of the same Gram Sabha or Ward where vacancy is.

• In Muzaffarnagar district, if no eligible women found in Gram Sabha, then Nyay Panchayat resident can be selected.

🎂 Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)

Age will be calculated only from High School certificate.

Salary / Honorarium Details

Anganwadi Worker post is honorarium based, not regular pay scale job. This means salary is fixed by government time to time.

• Monthly honorarium is paid by UP Government

• Extra benefits may be given during schemes

• This job is stable and long-term

Exact amount is not written in PDFs, but Anganwadi Workers already working get regular monthly payment.

Important Dates (Do Not Miss)

Apply early to avoid website slow problem.

Selection Process (How You Will Be Selected)

There is NO exam for Anganwadi Worker post. Selection is fully merit based.

Merit Priority Order

If two or more candidates have same marks, then following priority is used:

1. Widow BPL candidate

2. Divorced / Abandoned BPL candidate

3. BPL candidate

4. Widow APL candidate

5. Divorced / Abandoned APL candidate

6. APL candidate

Merit list will be prepared district wise and ward wise.

Important Instructions (Please Read Carefully)

• Only online applications are accepted

• Offline forms are not allowed

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• Certificates must be digitally verifiable

• Caste, income, residence proof required

• Wrong information can cancel selection

• Vacancies can increase or decrease

Keep all documents ready before applying.

How to Apply Online (Step by Step)

1. Go to official website: upanganwadibharti.in

2. Open Anganwadi Worker Recruitment section

3. Fill online application form carefully

4. Upload required documents

5. Submit before 19 February 2026 midnight

6. Take print or screenshot for record

Do not submit multiple forms.

Important Links (Very Useful)

Always use official website only.

UP Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

Q1. What is last date to apply for UP Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026?

The last date for online application is 19 February 2026 up to 12:00 midnight. After this time, website will not accept forms.

Q2. Who can apply for Anganwadi Worker post in UP?

Only female candidates who are:

• Resident of same Gram Sabha/Ward

• Age between 18 to 35 years

• Passed Intermediate (12th)

can apply for this job.

Q3. Is there any exam for Anganwadi Worker recruitment?

No, there is no written exam. Selection is done only on merit basis using educational marks.

Q4. What is salary of Anganwadi Worker in UP?

This post is honorarium based. Monthly payment is fixed by government and paid regularly. It is not private job, it is government supported work.

Q5. Can graduate or post graduate candidates apply?

Yes, they can apply. In fact, higher education marks will help in merit list, but Intermediate is minimum required.

Disclaimer

Disclaimer: This article is written only for information purpose. We are not related to UP Anganwadi or ICDS department. Candidates must verify all details from official website upanganwadibharti.in before applying. We are not responsible for any mistake.

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