UP Anganwadi Worker (Karyakatri) Recruitment 2026

The Uttar Pradesh District Program Officer (ICDS) has released a recruitment notification for Anganwadi Workers (Karyakatri) across multiple districts in Uttar Pradesh. The recruitment is conducted district-wise, and eligible candidates should apply online through their respective district ICDS website or the UP Anganwadi portal. Only female candidates who meet the required eligibility (including local residence) can apply.

As per the notification, the total vacancies are district-wise and add up to thousands of posts (a partial total of 3,660+ is shown in the provided district table). The online application window is open district-wise, and the last date to apply varies by district. The selection process is described as merit-based evaluation along with interview and document verification. Candidates must carefully check the district-specific details, as applications not meeting eligibility requirements (including domicile/local residence) may be rejected.

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate) from a recognized board in India.

Age Limit

The age criteria mentioned in the notification are: minimum age 18 years and maximum age 35 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per UP Government rules, as stated in the district-wise notification.

Domicile Requirement: The candidate must be a resident of the specific Village/Ward/Nyaya Panchayat from where she is applying.

Gender Requirement: Only female candidates are eligible to apply for the post of Anganwadi Worker (Karyakatri).

Application Fee

No application fee is mentioned in the notification; the process is stated as having no application fee for any category of candidates.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website of the respective District ICDS or the UP Anganwadi portal.
2. On the homepage, open the online application link for the recruitment of your respective district.
3. Register using a valid mobile number and email ID.
4. Log in and complete the application form by filling in personal and educational details.
5. Upload the scanned documents such as photograph, signature, and relevant certificates as required by the district application.
6. Before submitting, review all details carefully to avoid mistakes in the application form.
7. Submit the application form online. The notification indicates that there is no application fee.
8. Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.

Salary & Pay Scale

The provided notification text does not specify the salary or pay scale for the Anganwadi Worker (Karyakatri) post. Candidates should refer to the district-wise notification for pay details.

Selection Process

The selection process is described as merit-based evaluation, followed by interview (if applicable) and document verification. The steps listed include application screening, preparation of a merit list based on educational qualification and experience, document verification, and a personal interview if applicable.

Eligible candidates should complete their online application for their district before the respective last date mentioned in the district table and on the official district ICDS/portal page.