The Office of the District Programme Officer, Deoria (Bal Vikas Seva evam Pushtahar Vibhag, UP) has released an official recruitment notification on 10 July 2026 inviting online applications for the posts of Anganwadi Karyakatri (Worker) and Anganwadi Sahayika (Helper) under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme. A total of 408 vacancies – 146 Karyakatri and 262 Sahayika – are open across various projects and blocks in Deoria district. Only female candidates who are residents of the same Gram Sabha (rural) or Ward (urban) as the post applied for are eligible. Interested candidates can apply online only from 10 July 2026 to 31 July 2026 through the official UP Anganwadi portal at upanganwadibharti.in. Selection is entirely merit-based with no written exam or interview. Candidates are advised to read the complete official notification carefully before applying.
Important Note: Selection is 100% merit-based – there is NO written exam or interview. The merit list is prepared using marks from Intermediate (12th) up to Postgraduate (High School marks are NOT counted). The entire process is online only – hard-copy or postal applications will not be accepted. Only digitally signed, online-verifiable residence, caste, and income certificates will be accepted; unverifiable certificates lead to loss of category/poverty-line benefit or rejection. As per the applicable Government Order, no reservation is available for EWS, Divyang (differently-abled), or freedom-fighter dependents in this recruitment.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Office of the District Programme Officer, Deoria (Bal Vikas Seva evam Pushtahar Vibhag, UP) |
| Post Names | Anganwadi Karyakatri (Worker), Anganwadi Sahayika (Helper) |
| Total Vacancies | 408 (146 Karyakatri + 262 Sahayika) |
| Advertisement Number | C-650/Zi0Ka0Ka0/2026-27 |
| Governing Government Order | No. 1/1092245/2025/3313/58-1-2025(1917687) dated 17.09.2025 |
| Notification Date | 10 July 2026 |
| Eligible Candidates | Female candidates only |
| Application Mode | Online only (via upanganwadibharti.in) |
| Selection Mode | Merit-based; no written exam or interview |
| Job Location | Deoria District, Uttar Pradesh |
| Official Website | upanganwadibharti.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 10 July 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 10 July 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 1 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31 July 2026 (till 12:00 midnight) |
Application Fee
Not specified in the official notification. No application fee amount or category-wise fee structure has been mentioned in this notice.
Age Limit (As on 1 July 2026)
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 35 Years |
| Age Reckoning Date | 1 July 2026 |
| Accepted Date of Birth Proof | Date of birth as recorded in High School marksheet and certificate only |
Note: As per the applicable Government Order, no age relaxation is available for EWS category, differently-abled (Divyang) candidates, or dependents of freedom fighters, and no reservation benefit applies to these categories in this recruitment.
Eligibility – Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Anganwadi Karyakatri (Worker) | Intermediate (12th) pass from a recognized board |
| Anganwadi Sahayika (Helper) | Intermediate or equivalent (merit prepared from Intermediate up to Postgraduate) |
Additional Eligibility Conditions:
- Only female candidates are eligible for both posts.
- Applicants must be residents of the same Gram Sabha (village) for rural posts, or the same Ward for urban posts, as the post applied for.
- High School marks are not included while preparing the merit list for either post.
- Selection follows the procedure laid down in Government Order No. 1/1092245/2025/3313/58-1-2025(1917687) dated 17.09.2025.
Vacancy Details – Total 408 Posts (Block/Project-Wise)
Anganwadi Karyakatri (Worker) – 146 Posts
| Project/Block Name | Posts |
|---|---|
| Baitalpur | 15 |
| Bankata | 4 |
| Barhaj | 7 |
| Bhagalpur | 10 |
| Bhaluani | 6 |
| Bhatni | 12 |
| Bhatpar Rani | 6 |
| Shahar (City) | 10 |
| Deshi Deoria | 5 |
| Gauri Bazar | 9 |
| Lar | 5 |
| Pathardeva | 6 |
| Rampur Karkhana | 4 |
| Rudrapur | 23 |
| Deoria Sadar | 6 |
| Salempur | 15 |
| Tarkulwa | 3 |
| Total | 146 |
Anganwadi Sahayika (Helper) – 262 Posts
| Project/Block Name | Posts |
|---|---|
| Baitalpur | 12 |
| Bankata | 5 |
| Barhaj | 17 |
| Bhagalpur | 12 |
| Bhaluani | 12 |
| Bhatni | 15 |
| Bhatpar Rani | 6 |
| Shahar (City) | 29 |
| Deshi Deoria | 13 |
| Gauri Bazar | 14 |
| Lar | 13 |
| Pathardeva | 8 |
| Rampur Karkhana | 15 |
| Rudrapur | 35 |
| Deoria Sadar | 23 |
| Salempur | 23 |
| Tarkulwa | 10 |
| Total | 262 |
Note: Complete Gram Sabha / Ward-wise vacancy details along with reservation eligibility are displayed on the notice boards of the District Collectorate, Vikas Bhawan, Tehsil office, Nagar Palika / Nagar Panchayat, Child Development Block office, and all CDPO offices in Deoria, and are also available on the portal upanganwadibharti.in. The number of vacancies may increase or decrease, and any change will be reflected on the official website.
Salary / Honorarium
Not specified in the official notification. The recruitment notice does not mention a fixed monthly honorarium/salary amount for either the Karyakatri or Sahayika post. Candidates are advised to refer to the honorarium structure prescribed under Government Order No. 1/1092245/2025/3313/58-1-2025(1917687) dated 17.09.2025 for details.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Online Application through departmental portal |
| Stage 2 | Merit List Preparation (category-wise, based on qualifying marks) |
| Stage 3 | Online Document Verification |
| Stage 4 | Selection / Engagement |
Key Points on Merit Calculation:
- Selection is entirely merit-based – NO written examination or interview.
- If more than one eligible candidate is available in the same category for a post, a merit list is prepared among all such eligible candidates.
- Merit formula: The percentage of marks obtained is divided by 10 to arrive at merit marks. Example: 45% in Intermediate = 4.5 marks; 59% = 5.9 marks.
- For Sahayika posts, marks from Intermediate (minimum) up to Postgraduate (maximum) are considered; High School marks are excluded.
- For grading / CGPA systems, marks are converted using an equivalent method.
- Merit is calculated up to three decimal places with no rounding off.
- No reservation benefit for EWS, Divyang, or freedom-fighter dependents.
Category-Wise Certificate and Verification Rules
- Widow candidates: Must submit the husband’s death certificate issued by the Gram Panchayat Officer / concerned urban local body, plus an attested copy of the family register.
- Divorced / deserted candidates: Only a valid legal order issued by a competent court will be accepted.
- Income certificate: Only Tehsildar-level, online-verifiable income certificates (as per UP Revenue Dept GO No. 3959/1-9-11-Raj-9 dated 30.09.2011, as amended) will be accepted; the applicable poverty-line income limit applies.
- Residence and caste certificates: Only digitally signed and online-verifiable certificates will be accepted.
- If the residence certificate is not verified online, candidature will not be considered.
- If the income certificate is not verified online, the candidate is treated as above the poverty line.
- If the caste certificate is not verified online, the candidate is treated as Unreserved (UR).
Required Documents
- High School marksheet and certificate (for date of birth proof)
- Intermediate and higher qualification marksheets / certificates, as applicable
- Digitally signed, online-verifiable residence (domicile) certificate
- Digitally signed, online-verifiable caste certificate (if claiming reserved category)
- Tehsildar-level, online-verifiable income certificate (if applicable)
- Self-attested, clean and legible scanned copies of all documents mentioned in the online form
- Death certificate of husband + attested family register copy (for widow candidates)
- Competent court order (for divorced / deserted candidates)
How to Apply for Deoria Anganwadi Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official UP Anganwadi recruitment portal at upanganwadibharti.in.
- Locate the online application form for the Deoria Anganwadi Karyakatri / Sahayika Recruitment 2026.
- Fill in all details in the online form carefully and accurately as per your original documents.
- Upload self-attested, clean, and legible scanned copies of all required documents as specified.
- Verify all entered details – including certificate numbers, registration numbers, and issue dates for educational, income, caste, and residence certificates – since these are verified online through the portal.
- Submit the application before the last date, 31 July 2026 (till 12:00 midnight).
Important Note: The entire process is online only – applications will not be accepted in hard copy or by post at any stage. Any incorrect certificate entries will lead to automatic rejection, with full responsibility on the candidate. Apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Important Instructions
- The entire application process is online only through upanganwadibharti.in – no hard-copy or postal applications will be accepted.
- Certificate numbers, registration numbers, and issue dates for educational, income, caste, and residence certificates entered during the online application will be verified online – incorrect entries lead to automatic rejection.
- The selection is based on the merit and preference given in online applications, as per the merit process in the Government Order.
- If any detail, fact, figure, or educational credential is found incorrect, fabricated, or different from the submitted application, the candidature will be rejected.
- The public is advised not to fall prey to agents or middlemen and to be cautious of individuals engaging in such practices.
Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are there in Deoria Anganwadi Recruitment 2026?
✅ There are a total of 408 vacancies – 146 Anganwadi Karyakatri (Worker) and 262 Anganwadi Sahayika (Helper) – across various project / block areas of Deoria district.
Q2. Who can apply for Deoria Anganwadi Recruitment 2026?
✅ Only female candidates who are residents of the same Gram Sabha (for rural posts) or the same Ward (for urban posts) as the post applied for are eligible to apply.
Q3. What is the age limit for Deoria Anganwadi Recruitment 2026?
✅ The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 35 years, calculated as on 1 July 2026, based on the date of birth recorded in the High School marksheet / certificate.
Q4. What is the last date to apply online for Deoria Anganwadi Bharti 2026?
✅ The last date to submit the online application is 31 July 2026, till 12:00 midnight, through the portal upanganwadibharti.in.
Q5. Is there any exam or interview for Deoria Anganwadi Recruitment 2026?
✅ No. Selection is entirely merit-based through the online portal. No written examination or interview will be conducted for these posts.
Q6. What is the salary of Anganwadi Karyakatri and Sahayika in Deoria?
✅ Not mentioned in the official notification. Candidates should refer to the honorarium structure prescribed under the applicable Government Order dated 17.09.2025 for salary details.
Q7. Is reservation available for EWS or differently-abled candidates in this recruitment?
✅ No. As per the applicable Government Order, no reservation benefit is available for EWS category, differently-abled (Divyang) candidates, or dependents of freedom fighters in this recruitment.
Q8. How is the merit list prepared for Deoria Anganwadi Recruitment 2026?
✅ The percentage of marks obtained (from Intermediate up to Postgraduate, excluding High School marks) is divided by 10 to calculate merit marks, computed up to three decimal places without rounding.
Disclaimer: All information provided is for reference purposes only. Salary, application fee, and reservation details are governed by the applicable Government Order. Candidates are advised to verify all details including block-wise vacancy, eligibility, age limit, certificate rules, and application procedure from the official notification and portal at upanganwadibharti.in before applying. Vacancy figures may change – check the official website for updates.
