UP Anganwadi Bharti 2026 (23,753+ Karyakatri & Sahayika Posts)
- Gender Eligibility: Only Female Candidates are eligible to apply.
- Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years
- Maximum Age Limit: 35 Years (As per updated UP Government Anganwadi Service Rules).
- Age Calculation Base Date: Calculated as of 01 July 2026 (as certified in 10th High School marksheet).
- Residential Mandate: The female applicant must be a permanent native resident of the exact same Gram Sabha / Ward where the Anganwadi centre is located.
| Post Designation | Total Vacancies | Essential Educational Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Anganwadi Karyakatri (Worker) (आंगनवाड़ी कार्यकत्री – AWW) |
23,753+ Posts (Across 75 UP Districts) |
• Passed Intermediate (10+2) Class examination from a recognized Board (UP Board / CBSE / ICSE or State equivalent). • Higher educational qualification (Graduation / Post Graduation) will be added to the merit computation score. • Permanent resident of the applied Gram Panchayat or Urban Ward. |
| Anganwadi Sahayika (Helper) (आंगनवाड़ी सहायिका – AWH) |
• Passed Intermediate (10+2) Class from a recognized Board. • Must be a bona fide resident of the concerned locality/village where the vacant centre exists. |
1. Merit Score Computation Formula (Marks % ÷ 10)
Merit score is calculated by dividing percentage of marks obtained in Intermediate, Graduation, and Post Graduation by 10 (High School marks are not included in score sum):
| Academic Level | Example Percentage Scored | Calculation Formula | Merit Score Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intermediate (12th) | 65.00% | 65.00 ÷ 10 | 6.50 Points |
| Graduation (UG) | 60.00% | 60.00 ÷ 10 | 6.00 Points |
| Post Graduation (PG) | 70.00% | 70.00 ÷ 10 | 7.00 Points |
| Total Candidate Merit Index Score | 19.50 Points | ||
2. Category Selection Preference Hierarchy
- 1st Priority: Widow (विधवा) candidates belonging to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families of the same Gram Sabha / Ward.
- 2nd Priority: Divorced / Abandoned (तलाकशुदा / परित्यक्ता) BPL candidates of the same Gram Sabha / Ward.
- 3rd Priority: General BPL female candidates of the same Gram Sabha / Ward.
- 4th Priority: Widow candidates belonging to Above Poverty Line (APL) families.
- 5th Priority: Divorced / Abandoned APL female candidates.
- 6th Priority: General APL female candidates (ranked by merit score index).
Honorarium Structure:
• Anganwadi Karyakatri (Worker): ₹ 7,500 to ₹ 8,000/- per month (Combined Central + State share + Performance Linked Incentive).
• Anganwadi Sahayika (Helper): ₹ 4,000 to ₹ 4,500/- per month.
Complete Selection Methodology:
1. Online Application Screening: Scrutiny of online residence, income, and caste certificates via e-District verification.
2. Automated Merit List Generation: Generation of project-wise merit lists through the portal algorithm.
3. District Selection Committee Scrutiny: Verification of original documents by District Program Officer (DPO) and CDPO.
4. Final Appointment Letter: Issuance of formal appointment orders by the District Magistrate (DM) / DPO office.
- Visit the official portal: upanganwadibharti.in.
- Click on Anganwadi Worker / Helper Registration.
- Select your District (जनपद), Project (ब्लॉक/शहर), Sector, and Gram Sabha / Ward Name.
- Enter candidate’s Mobile Number and Date of Birth to receive the verification OTP.
- Log in with the verified credentials and fill in personal details, Aadhaar number, BPL status, and caste category.
- Enter academic marks (10th, 12th, Graduation, PG roll numbers and obtained marks).
- Upload scanned, self-attested copies of required documents:
- Passport Size Photograph & Signature (JPEG format under 50 KB)
- High School (10th) & Intermediate (12th) Marksheets/Certificates
- Online verifiable Niwas Praman Patra (Domicile Certificate)
- Online verifiable Aay Praman Patra (Income Certificate) & Jati Praman Patra (Caste Certificate)
- Husband Death Certificate / Court Order (for Widow/Divorced applicants)
- Review your entries on the application preview page, confirm final submission, and take 2 printed hard copies of the confirmation receipt.
Q1. What is the minimum educational qualification for UP Anganwadi Worker 2026?
Under the updated government rules, female candidates must have passed the Intermediate (10+2 Class) examination from a recognized board.
Q2. Can a candidate from one village/ward apply for an Anganwadi post in another village?
No, the candidate must be a permanent resident of the exact same Gram Sabha or Urban Ward where the Anganwadi centre vacancy is advertised.
Q3. Is there any written examination or application fee for UP Anganwadi Bharti?
No, the application is 100% free of cost for all categories and selection is strictly merit-based (no written test or interview).
Q4. What is the age limit for UP Anganwadi Karyakatri?
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age limit is 35 years as on 01 July 2026.