Short Information : Uttar Pradesh Government (UP Govt) — Bal Vikas Seva Evam Pushtahar — has officially released the notification for recruitment of Anganwadi Worker (Karyakartri) posts across all districts of Uttar Pradesh. The online application process is running district-wise from November 2025 to May 2026. Eligible female candidates must apply online at upanganwadibharti.in before the last date of their respective district. No application fee is required.
📋 UP Anganwadi Worker Bharti 2026 — Overview
| Organization Name | Bal Vikas Seva Evam Pushtahar, Uttar Pradesh (District Programme Officer — ICDS) |
| Post Name | Anganwadi Worker (Karyakartri) & Anganwadi Helper (Sahayika) |
| Total Vacancies | 61,601+ (District-wise) |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh — District-wise Posting |
| Application Mode | Online — upanganwadibharti.in |
| Application Fee | FREE — No Fee for Any Category |
| Selection Process | Merit-Based — No Written Exam / No Interview |
| Official Website | upanganwadibharti.in |
| Category | UP Govt Jobs / Sarkari Naukri 2026 |
📅 Important Dates
| Notification Released | November 2025 onwards (District-wise) |
| Apply Online Start Date | November 2025 (District-wise) |
| Last Date — Lucknow | 16 May 2026 (till 12:00 Midnight) |
| Last Date — Prayagraj | 13 May 2026 |
| Last Date — Mau | 06 May 2026 |
| Last Date — Sambhal | 05 May 2026 |
| Merit List Declaration | As per District Schedule — Check Official Portal |
| Document Verification | After Merit List — As per District Office Schedule |
💰 Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | No Fee — FREE |
| SC / ST | No Fee — FREE |
| All Other Categories | No Fee Required for Any Candidate |
| Payment Mode | Not Applicable |
🎂 Age Limit
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 35 Years |
| Age Relaxation (SC/ST/OBC) | As per UP Government Rules and ICDS Norms |
| Widow / Divorcee Relaxation | As per Government of Uttar Pradesh norms |
🎓 Educational Qualification & Eligibility
| Post Name | Anganwadi Worker (Karyakartri) |
| Educational Qualification | Passed Class 12th / Intermediate (10+2) from a recognized board |
| Gender Eligibility | Only Female Candidates are eligible to apply |
| Residency Requirement | Must be a permanent resident of the Ward / Gram Sabha of the vacant post. If no eligible candidate from same Gram Sabha, residents of Nyaya Panchayat may apply. |
| GO Reference | Govt. Order No. 2025/33/1358-1-2025/19/17687 dated 17 March 2025 |
| Other Conditions | Must fulfill all conditions in the official district-level notification |
📊 District-wise Vacancy Details 2026
| S.No. | District | Post Name | Vacancies | Start Date | Last Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lucknow | Anganwadi Worker | 198 | 25 Apr 2026 | 16 May 2026 | ● Active |
| 2 | Prayagraj | Anganwadi Worker | 140 | 22 Apr 2026 | 13 May 2026 | ● Active |
| 3 | Mau | Anganwadi Worker | 100 | 16 Apr 2026 | 06 May 2026 | ● Active |
| 4 | Sambhal | Anganwadi Worker | Various | 14 Apr 2026 | 05 May 2026 | ● Active |
| 5 | Azamgarh | Anganwadi Worker | Various | 19 Mar 2026 | 15 Apr 2026 | ✕ Closed |
| 6 | Hardoi | Anganwadi Worker | 202 | Jan 2026 | Feb 2026 | ✕ Closed |
| Total — All Districts (UP) | 61,601+ | Check Official Portal for Your District | ||||
✅ Selection Process
| Step 1 — Merit List | Merit list prepared based on marks in 10th, 12th, Graduation & Post-Graduation. No written exam conducted. |
| Step 2 — Preference Allocation | First preference to BPL Widow and Divorced Women of the same Gram Panchayat / Ward. |
| Step 3 — Document Verification | Shortlisted candidates called for verification of age, residence, category & educational documents. |
| Step 4 — Final Selection | Based on verified documents and eligibility. No interview conducted. |
| Written Exam / CBT | No Written Exam — Purely Merit-Based |
💵 Salary / Honorarium
| Anganwadi Worker (Karyakartri) | As per UP Government norms (Honorarium-based) |
| Pay Scale Reference | As per ICDS norms — refer official notification for exact amount |
📝 How to Apply Online — Step by Step
- Step 1 : Visit the Official Website — upanganwadibharti.in
- Step 2 : Click on “New Registration” — enter Name, Date of Birth, Mobile Number, Aadhaar Number and create a Password.
- Step 3 : Login with your registered credentials.
- Step 4 : Select your District and Post (Anganwadi Worker) from the list.
- Step 5 : Fill in all details — Personal, Educational Qualification, Address and Gram Sabha / Ward.
- Step 6 : Upload self-attested scanned copies — Photo, Signature, 10th/12th Marksheets, Domicile Certificate, Income Certificate (BPL if applicable).
- Step 7 : Review the form carefully and submit before the last date.
- Step 8 : Take a printout of the submitted form for future reference at document verification.
📄 Documents Required
| Photograph | Recent Passport Size Photo (Self-attested) |
| Signature | Scanned Signature of Candidate |
| Educational Certificates | 10th & 12th Marksheet / Certificate from Recognized Board |
| Age Proof | Birth Certificate / 10th Certificate |
| Domicile Certificate | UP Domicile / Permanent Resident Certificate |
| Caste Certificate | SC / ST / OBC Certificate (if applicable) |
| BPL Certificate | Below Poverty Line Certificate (for BPL Widow / Divorced preference claimants) |
| Aadhaar Card | Aadhaar Card of the Candidate |
⚠️ Important Note : Candidates are advised to read the complete official district-level notification carefully before filling the online application form. Only female candidates who are permanent residents of the concerned Gram Sabha / Ward are eligible. The recruitment is entirely merit-based — no written examination or interview is held. Providing incorrect information may lead to disqualification. Keep checking upanganwadibharti.in regularly for updates on your district.
🔗 Important Links
| Important Links — UP Anganwadi Worker Bharti 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Apply Online — Lucknow (198 Posts) NEW | Click Here |
| Apply Online — Prayagraj (140 Posts) NEW | Click Here |
| Apply Online — Mau (100 Posts) NEW | Click Here |
| Apply Online — All Districts | Click Here |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
| Q1. UP Anganwadi Bharti 2026 में कुल कितनी वैकेंसी हैं? | कुल 61,601+ पद (District-wise)। Lucknow — 198, Prayagraj — 140, Mau — 100 पद अधिसूचित किए गए हैं। |
| Q2. क्या पुरुष उम्मीदवार आवेदन कर सकते हैं? | नहीं। केवल महिला उम्मीदवार ही पात्र हैं। |
| Q3. आवेदन शुल्क कितना है? | कोई आवेदन शुल्क नहीं। सभी वर्गों के लिए नि:शुल्क। |
| Q4. चयन प्रक्रिया क्या है? | चयन पूरी तरह मेरिट आधारित है। कोई लिखित परीक्षा या साक्षात्कार नहीं। |
| Q5. न्यूनतम शैक्षणिक योग्यता क्या है? | किसी मान्यता प्राप्त बोर्ड से 12वीं / इंटरमीडिएट उत्तीर्ण। |
| Q6. आधिकारिक वेबसाइट कौन सी है? | upanganwadibharti.in |
Disclaimer: This information is for general awareness only. Candidates must verify all details from the official website upanganwadibharti.in before applying.