The Uttar Pradesh Government has started the UP Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 drive in selected districts, offering direct Anganwadi Worker jobs for women. This recruitment is being conducted under the Child Development services and Nutrition Department (ICDS), and interested candidates can apply online for various vacancies.

1. What Is the UP Anganwadi Bharti 2026?

The UP Anganwadi Bharti 2026 is a government job initiative to fill vacancies for Anganwadi Workers — frontline functionaries who work at Anganwadi centres and support early childhood care and development. The recruitment is direct and merit‑based (without written exams).

Women who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online through the official portal upanganwadibharti.in before the last date for their specific district.

2. Districts Where Recruitment Is Open

Currently, the recruitment is active in 7 key districts of Uttar Pradesh:

• Saharanpur
• Mirzapur
• Ballia
• Jalaun
• Chitrakoot
• Fatehpur
• Unnao

Each district has its own set of vacancies and closing date for applications, so candidates must apply before the deadlines listed in the official notification.

3. Vacancy Details (Examples)

Vacancies vary by district. For example:

• Saharanpur – 23 posts (last date: 4 march 2026)
• Mirzapur – 159 posts (last date: 27 february 2026)
• Ballia – 13 posts (last date: 27 february 2026)
• Jalaun – 6 posts (last date: 21 february 2026)
• Chitrakoot – 86 posts (last date: 22 february 2026)

Vacancies in Fatehpur and Unnao are also open, with dates and numbers available on the official portal.

4. Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the UP Anganwadi Worker jobs in these districts, candidates must meet the following criteria:

📌 Educational Qualification:
✔ Minimum 10th or 12th pass from a recognized board.
(Some notifications emphadata-size 12th pass as mandatory.)

📌 Age Limit:
✔ Between 18 and 35 years (as on a specified date)
✔ Age relaxation applies for reserved categories as per government rules.

📌 Residency:
✔ Candidates must be permanent residents of the village/ward/Gram Sabha where they apply. local domicile is important for eligibility.

5. Selection Process

The selection is merit‑based and does not involve a written exam. Key points include:

• Merit lists are made based on marks scored in 10th and 12th examinations.
• Based on merit, candidates are shortlisted for document verification.
• After document verification, final selection lists are prepared.

This means candidates with higher academic scores have an advantage in the selection process.

6. How To Apply

The application process is completely online through the official recruitment website.

Steps to Apply:

Visit upanganwadibharti.in

Click on New Anganwadi Recruitment Registration

Fill in personal and academic details

Upload required documents (educational certificates, Aadhaar, residence proof, etc.)

Submit the form before the district‑specific deadline

Each district may have a different closing date, so applicants should check their specific deadlines carefully.

7. Required Documents

Candidates should be ready with the following documents when applying:

• 10th and 12th mark sheets
• Aadhaar Card
• Residence certificate or proof of local residence
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• Bank passbook details (for honorarium payments)

8. Important Dates

Each district has its own application deadlines, and some are already past. Examples include:

• Jalaun: 21 february 2026
• Chitrakoot: 22 february 2026
• Mirzapur & Ballia: 27 february 2026
• Saharanpur: 4 march 2026

Candidates must submit their applications before the respective last date to be eligible for selection.

9. Why This Recruitment Matters

The Anganwadi Worker role is an important community service and government job position:

✔ It offers employment opportunities for women in rural and urban areas.
✔ workers contribute to child care, nutrition, and early childhood education.
✔ This recruitment push helps strengthen ICDS services in different areas of Uttar Pradesh.

Being merit‑based and conducted at the district level, this drive opens up accessible opportunities for local women with basic qualifications.

Summary: UP Anganwadi Bharti 2026 at a Glance

Aspect

Details

Recruitment

Anganwadi Worker Jobs across 7 UP districts

Eligible Candidates

Women with 10th/12th pass

Age Limit

18–35 years (with relaxations)

Selection

Merit‑based (academic marks)

Application

Online at upanganwadibharti.in

Districts

Saharanpur, Mirzapur, Ballia, Jalaun, Chitrakoot, Fatehpur, Unnao

Last Dates

Vary by district (Feb–Mar 2026)

 

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