The Office of the District Programme Officer, Banda, Uttar Pradesh, has released Letter No. C-950/BaViPari/AaSaha-Chayan Vigyapti/2026-27 dated 22 August 2026 for online applications from women candidates for 122 Anganwadi Karyakartri (Anganwadi Worker) posts across 9 Bal Vikas Pariyojnas (Child Development Projects) in Banda district. Posts are distributed across the rural and urban areas of Baberu, Badokhar Khurd, Banda Shahar, Bisanda, Jaspura, Kamasin, Mahuwa, Naraini and Tindwari projects. Applications are accepted online only at upanganwadibharti.in and the last date to apply is 22 September 2026 at midnight. There is no written examination; selection is through a merit list based on educational marks from Intermediate to Post-Graduate level, along with priority-category (widow/divorced/deserted) and income-level criteria.
Important – Read Before You Apply: Four things that will get your application rejected before anyone reads it. First, you can only apply for the AWC in the specific Gram Sabha or Ward where you actually reside – applying for a centre in any other Gram Sabha or Ward makes you ineligible regardless of your qualifications; check the full centre-wise vacancy list and confirm that the AWC you are applying for falls in your area of residence before starting the application. Second, your age is determined solely from the date of birth recorded in your High School (10th standard) certificate – no other document is accepted for age calculation; ensure your High School certificate clearly states your date of birth. Third, for urban-area posts (Banda Shahar project), the residence certificate must be digitally signed at the Tehsil level and must mention the Ward number and Ward name – a residence certificate without the Ward details or without a digital Tehsil signature will not be accepted. Fourth, the merit list counts marks from Intermediate (12th standard) onwards up to Post-Graduate level – if you have higher qualifications, your total weighted marks will be compared with other candidates; ensure all mark sheets from 12th to the highest qualification are ready to upload.
Banda Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Office of the District Programme Officer, Banda, Uttar Pradesh |
| Letter No. | C-950/BaViPari/AaSaha-Chayan Vigyapti/2026-27 dated 22 August 2026 |
| Governing Order | Government Order No. 1/1092245/2025/3313/58-1-2025(1917687) dated 17.09.2025 |
| Post | Anganwadi Karyakartri (Anganwadi Worker) – honorarium-based |
| Total Posts | 122 across 9 Bal Vikas Pariyojnas |
| Gender | Women only |
| Application Mode | Online only at upanganwadibharti.in |
| Application Fee | Not prescribed |
| Last Date to Apply | 22 September 2026 at midnight |
| Age Reckoned As On | 1 July 2026 |
| Selection | Merit list based on marks from Intermediate to PG level |
| Official Website | upanganwadibharti.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 22 August 2026 |
| Online application last date | 22 September 2026 at midnight (12:00 AM) |
| Age reckoning date | 1 July 2026 |
Vacancy Details – Project-wise
| Project | Posts |
|---|---|
| Baberu | 15 |
| Badokhar Khurd | 22 |
| Banda Shahar (City) | 3 |
| Bisanda | 10 |
| Jaspura | 1 |
| Kamasin | 14 |
| Mahuwa | 19 |
| Naraini | 22 |
| Tindwari | 16 |
| Total | 122 |
Category-wise Total
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 64 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 31 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 27 |
| Total | 122 |
The complete AWC-wise vacancy table with centre code, centre name, Gram Panchayat/Ward and reservation category for all 122 posts is available in the official notification PDF and on the notice boards of the District Collectorate, Vikas Bhavan, Tehsil offices and Vikas Khand offices.
Eligibility Criteria
- Gender: Women only.
- Residency: Must be a resident of the specific Gram Sabha (rural posts) or Ward (urban posts) where the vacant AWC is located.
- Age: Minimum 18 years, maximum 35 years, as on 1 July 2026. Age is calculated from the date of birth recorded in the High School (10th standard) certificate only.
- Qualification: Passed Intermediate (12th standard) minimum. Merit is based on marks from Intermediate up to Post-Graduate level.
- Income: Income eligibility is assessed against poverty-line limits prescribed under Uttar Pradesh Government Orders.
Selection Process
There is no written examination or interview. Selection is through a merit list prepared from marks scored from Intermediate (12th standard) to Post-Graduate level qualifications.
Selection Priority Order
Selection proceeds in the following order within the applicable income category:
Below Poverty Line (BPL) – preferred first:
- Widows below the poverty line.
- Legally divorced or deserted (Parityakta) women below the poverty line.
- Other women candidates below the poverty line.
Above Poverty Line – if BPL candidates are not available:
- Widows above the poverty line.
- Legally divorced or deserted women above the poverty line.
- Other women candidates above the poverty line.
Within each priority category, final ranking is by merit (marks from Intermediate to PG).
Documents Required (Upload at Application Stage)
- Residence certificate from the correct Gram Sabha or Ward (urban posts: must be digitally signed at Tehsil level with Ward number and Ward name mentioned)
- Income certificate as per applicable poverty-line Government Orders
- Caste certificate in prescribed format (if claiming SC/OBC reservation)
- High School (10th standard) certificate for age proof
- Mark sheets from Intermediate (12th) to highest qualification, for merit calculation
- For widows: spouse’s death certificate and attested family register copy
- For legally divorced/deserted women: valid court order
All documents must be self-attested, clear and readable.
How to Apply
- Visit the official UP Anganwadi portal at upanganwadibharti.in.
- Check the centre-wise vacancy list for the specific AWC in your Gram Sabha/Ward.
- Select the vacant centre matching your area of residence and fill in the online application form.
- Upload self-attested scans of all required documents.
- Review the application carefully before final submission.
- Submit before 22 September 2026 at midnight.
Only online applications through upanganwadibharti.in are accepted. Offline or postal applications are not accepted.
Important Instructions
- Applicants can apply only for the AWC in their specific Gram Sabha or Ward of residence.
- The number of vacant posts may increase or decrease based on departmental circumstances.
- Incorrect or faulty applications are liable to be rejected by the Selection Committee.
- The Selection Committee reserves the right not to fill posts where suitable candidates are not available.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online – UP Anganwadi Portal | Apply Now |
| Official Notification PDF – Letter No. C-950/BaViPari/2026-27 | Apply Now |
| Banda District Official Website | Apply Now |
Frequently Asked Questions – Banda Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many posts are available in Banda Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026?
✅ 122 Anganwadi Karyakartri (Anganwadi Worker) posts across 9 Bal Vikas Pariyojnas – Baberu (15), Badokhar Khurd (22), Banda Shahar (3), Bisanda (10), Jaspura (1), Kamasin (14), Mahuwa (19), Naraini (22) and Tindwari (16) – under Letter No. C-950/BaViPari/AaSaha-Chayan Vigyapti/2026-27 dated 22 August 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
✅ 22 September 2026 at midnight. Applications are submitted online at upanganwadibharti.in only.
Q3. Can I apply for any AWC in Banda district?
✅ No. You can only apply for the AWC in the specific Gram Sabha (rural) or Ward (urban) where you reside. Applying for a centre outside your area of residence makes you ineligible.
Q4. Is there a written examination?
✅ No. Selection is through a merit list based on marks from Intermediate (12th standard) to Post-Graduate level. There is no written exam or interview.
Q5. What is the selection priority order?
✅ Within each income category (BPL or above BPL), priority goes to: (1) widows, (2) legally divorced or deserted women, (3) other women. BPL candidates are given preference over above-poverty-line candidates in all three sub-categories.
Q6. What document is accepted for age proof?
✅ Only the High School (10th standard) certificate from a recognised Board. The date of birth mentioned in this certificate is the sole basis for age calculation. No other document is accepted.
Q7. What residence certificate is needed for urban (Banda Shahar) posts?
✅ A residence certificate digitally signed at the Tehsil level, explicitly mentioning the Ward number and Ward name. Certificates without these details will not be accepted for urban AWC posts.
Q8. What qualifications improve my merit rank?
✅ Marks from Intermediate (12th standard), graduation and Post-Graduate qualifications are all counted in the merit list. The higher your aggregate marks across all qualifications from 12th onwards, the higher your merit rank.
Disclaimer: This article is based on Letter No. C-950/BaViPari/AaSaha-Chayan Vigyapti/2026-27 dated 22 August 2026, issued by the Office of the District Programme Officer, Banda, Uttar Pradesh, for 122 Anganwadi Karyakartri posts across 9 Bal Vikas Pariyojnas. Applications are accepted online at upanganwadibharti.in until 22 September 2026 at midnight. Selection is merit-based with priority for widows and legally divorced/deserted women, both BPL and above-BPL. Eligibility is AWC-specific and tied to the candidate’s Gram Sabha/Ward of residence. The number of posts may change. Candidates must read the official notification PDF and check the AWC-wise vacancy list before applying. JobShouter.com is not associated with the Office of the District Programme Officer, Banda, or the Government of Uttar Pradesh in any manner.
