BAL VIKAS SEVA EVAM PUSTAHAR VIBHAG, UTTAR PRADESH
(Department of Women & Child Development, Government of Uttar Pradesh)
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
Official Government Order Ref: ordercopy1793956980.pdf / 2026
UP ANGANWADI WORKER (KARYAKATRI) & HELPER (SAHAYIKA) RECRUITMENT 2026
UP Anganwadi Bharti 2026 Notification & Government Order: Bal Vikas Seva Evam Pushtahar Vibhag, Government of Uttar Pradesh, has issued an official recruitment order (Ref: ordercopy1793956980.pdf) for filling up thousands of vacant positions of Anganwadi Worker (Anganwadi Karyakatri), Mini Anganwadi Worker, and Anganwadi Helper (Anganwadi Sahayika) across various Gram Panchayats and Urban Wards in all 75 districts of Uttar Pradesh. Female candidates who are permanent residents of the respective Gram Panchayat or Urban Ward and hold Intermediate (Class 12th Pass) qualifications from recognized boards in India are eligible to apply online through the official portal upanganwadibharti.in prior to the district-wise closing deadlines.
| Department Name | Bal Vikas Seva Evam Pushtahar Vibhag, Uttar Pradesh |
| Governing Ministry | Department of Women and Child Development, Govt. of UP |
| Government Order Document ID | ordercopy1793956980.pdf |
| Positions Offered | Anganwadi Worker (Karyakatri), Mini Anganwadi Worker, Anganwadi Helper (Sahayika) |
| Eligible Gender | Female Candidates Only (Local Resident of Ward / Gram Panchayat) |
| Nature of Employment | Honorarium-Based Government Social Service Scheme (ICDS UP) |
| Monthly Honorarium | Rs. 4,500/- to Rs. 7,500/- per month (State + Central Govt Contribution + Performance Incentive) |
| Job Location | All 75 Districts of Uttar Pradesh (District-wise Ward / Gram Panchayat basis) |
| Application Mode | Online Mode Only via Official Portal |
| Official Portal | upanganwadibharti.in / balvikasup.gov.in |
As per the revised UP Anganwadi Recruitment Rules and Government Orders, candidate qualifications have been standardized as follows:
| Post Name | Essential Qualifications & Residence Requirement |
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| Anganwadi Worker (Karyakatri) |
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| Mini Anganwadi Worker |
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| Anganwadi Helper (Sahayika) |
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Age calculation criteria are determined based on the official cutoff date specified in the district notification:
- Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years.
- Maximum Age Limit: 35 Years.
- Age Relaxation: Upper age relaxation of 5 years applicable for SC, ST, and Differently-Abled (PwBD) female candidates as per UP State Government rules.
To ensure social welfare reach, selection preference is prioritized based on family financial status as defined in the Government Order:
- Gram Panchayat (Rural Area): Annual family income must not exceed Rs. 46,080/- per annum.
- Urban Ward (Urban Area): Annual family income must not exceed Rs. 56,460/- per annum.
- Priority Order in Selection:
- Widowed women (Local Resident).
- Divorced / Abandoned / Legally Separated women.
- BPL (Below Poverty Line) category female candidates.
- General merit candidates of the local Gram Panchayat / Ward.
| Post Name | Monthly Honorarium Component | Performance Incentive / Additional Allowances |
|---|---|---|
| Anganwadi Karyakatri | Rs. 7,500/- per month | Additional Poshan Abhiyaan performance incentive + SIM / Recharge allowance |
| Mini Anganwadi Worker | Rs. 6,000/- per month | Performance incentive as per ICDS guidelines |
| Anganwadi Sahayika (Helper) | Rs. 4,500/- per month | Admissible departmental incentives |
The recruitment process does NOT involve any written examination or interview. Selection is conducted strictly on a Merit List Index Score calculated from academic marks:
- Merit Marks Calculation: Percentage of marks obtained in High School (Class 10th), Intermediate (Class 12th), and Graduation (if applicable) are divided by 10 to derive the index score.
- Example: If a candidate scored 60% in 10th and 70% in 12th, the merit score will be (60/10) + (70/10) = 6 + 7 = 13 points.
- Final Verification: Document verification by the District Selection Committee headed by the District Magistrate (DM) / District Programme Officer (DPO).
Candidates must follow the step-by-step process below to submit their online application:
- Step 1: Visit the official recruitment portal
upanganwadibharti.in. - Step 2: Select your District Name, Project / Block Name, Rural/Urban category, and Gram Panchayat / Ward Name.
- Step 3: Click on Search Vacancy to view active Anganwadi Worker/Helper posts in your locality.
- Step 4: Click on Apply Online and complete your Registration using Mobile Number and Aadhaar details.
- Step 5: Fill in personal details, annual income certificate number, caste certificate number, and educational marks.
- Step 6: Upload scanned passport-size photograph, signature, income certificate, caste certificate, and residence proof.
- Step 7: Preview the application form, submit it, and take a printout for future reference.
- High School (10th) Marksheet & Passing Certificate.
- Intermediate (12th) Marksheet & Passing Certificate.
- Graduation / Post Graduation Degree Marksheet (if available).
- Valid Domicile / Residence Certificate (Nivasi Praman Patra) issued by competent Tehsildar.
- Income Certificate (Aay Praman Patra) with verifiable application number.
- Caste Certificate (Jati Praman Patra) for SC/ST/OBC candidates.
- Recent Passport-size Photograph (JPEG format).
- Scanned Signature.
- Aadhaar Card copy for ID verification.
Q1: What is the official website to apply for UP Anganwadi Bharti 2026?
Ans: The official online application portal is upanganwadibharti.in.
Q2: Is there any application fee for UP Anganwadi Bharti?
Ans: No, the application process is completely free for all categories of female candidates.
Q3: Can male candidates apply for Anganwadi Worker or Helper posts?
Ans: No, these positions are strictly reserved for female candidates who are local residents of the respective Gram Panchayat or Ward.
Q4: What is the selection process for UP Anganwadi Bharti?
Ans: Selection is based purely on a Merit Score Index calculated from Class 10th and 12th marks, subject to local residence and income criteria verification.
Q5: What is the minimum educational qualification required?
Ans: As per updated regulations, candidates must have passed Class 12th (Intermediate) from a recognized Board.
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