The District Programme Officer, Child Development, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh has released the Bareilly Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 notification, inviting online applications from eligible female candidates for 174 Anganwadi Worker (Anganwadi Karyakatri) posts across 16 Child Development Project areas in Bareilly district. The notification was released and the application portal opened on 05 August 2026 at upanganwadibharti.in. The last date to apply online is 25 August 2026. Candidates who have passed Intermediate (12th standard) or equivalent and meet the required residential and age conditions (18 to 35 years as on 01 July 2026) are eligible to apply. The selection follows a defined priority order prescribed in the notification, giving first preference to widow women from below poverty line families within the same Gram Sabha or Ward, followed by divorced or deserted women from BPL families, before considering other eligible candidates.
Important Note: Three things every applicant must read before submitting the form. First, this recruitment follows a specific priority order for selection – not a simple merit-based marks ranking. Widow women from BPL families in the same Gram Sabha/Ward get the highest priority, followed by divorced or deserted BPL women, and then other eligible categories as per the notification. If you belong to a priority category, ensure you carry the relevant supporting documents (widow certificate, BPL certificate, divorce decree, etc.) for document verification. Second, this recruitment is exclusively for female candidates – male candidates are not eligible. Third, a residential condition applies – candidates must be residents of the specific project area or Gram Sabha/Ward they are applying for. Verify the exact residency requirement for your chosen project from the official notification PDF at bareilly.nic.in before applying.
Bareilly Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | District Programme Officer, Child Development, Bareilly |
| Department | Bal Vikas Seva Evam Pustahar Vibhag, Government of Uttar Pradesh |
| Post Name | Anganwadi Worker (Anganwadi Karyakatri) |
| Total Vacancies | 174 |
| Eligibility | Female candidates only |
| Minimum Qualification | Intermediate (12th Standard) or equivalent |
| Age Limit | 18 to 35 years as on 01 July 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online – upanganwadibharti.in |
| Notification and Application Opens | 05 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 25 August 2026 |
| Job Location | Bareilly District, Uttar Pradesh |
| Official District Website | bareilly.nic.in |
| Application Portal | upanganwadibharti.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 05 August 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 05 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 25 August 2026 |
Project-wise Vacancy Details
| S.No. | Project Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alampur Jafrababad | 11 |
| 2 | Baheri | 21 |
| 3 | Majhgawan (Project 3) | 04 |
| 4 | Bhamora | 07 |
| 5 | Bhuta | 15 |
| 6 | Bithri Chainpur | 10 |
| 7 | Damkhoda (Richa) | 09 |
| 8 | Faridpur | 11 |
| 9 | Fatehganj West | 07 |
| 10 | Kyara | 07 |
| 11 | Majhgawan (Project 11) | 23 |
| 12 | Mirganj | 05 |
| 13 | Nawabganj | 13 |
| 14 | Ramnagar | 08 |
| 15 | Shergarh | 06 |
| 16 | Bareilly Nagar / Urban | 17 |
| Total | 174 |
Category-wise reservation details (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS) for each project are as per the official notification PDF available at bareilly.nic.in.
Eligibility to Apply
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female candidates only |
| Educational Qualification | Passed Intermediate (12th Standard) or equivalent from a recognized board |
| Age Limit (as on 01 July 2026) | Minimum 18 years; Maximum 35 years |
| Age Relaxation | As per UP Government / departmental rules for reserved categories |
| Residential Condition | Must be a resident of the applicable Gram Sabha/Ward or project area as per UP Anganwadi recruitment rules – verify from the official notification |
Selection Process and Priority Order
This recruitment does not follow a simple marks-based merit list. The official notification specifies a defined priority order for selection. Candidates are considered in the following sequence:
| Priority | Category |
|---|---|
| First Priority | Widow women from the same Gram Sabha/Ward belonging to families living below the poverty line (BPL) |
| Second Priority | Divorced or deserted women from the same Gram Sabha/Ward belonging to families living below the poverty line (BPL) |
| Third Priority | Widow, divorced or deserted women from other eligible categories as specified in the notification |
| Further Consideration | Other eligible female candidates as per the priority order mentioned in the notification, if suitable candidates are not available in the above categories |
If no suitable candidate is found in the higher priority categories, selection moves to the next category as per the notification’s prescribed order.
Supporting documents for priority categories: widow certificate, BPL/income certificate, divorce decree or relevant court/authority document, as applicable.
How to Apply for Bareilly Anganwadi Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official UP Anganwadi recruitment portal – Click Here
- Locate the Bareilly Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Complete online registration using your mobile number and required credentials.
- Fill in all personal, educational and residential details accurately.
- Select the Anganwadi Project you are applying for – verify your residency eligibility for that project before selecting.
- If applying under a priority category (widow/divorced/deserted, BPL), ensure relevant details and documents are ready for upload.
- Upload required documents – photograph, signature, educational certificate and other specified documents.
- Submit the online application before 25 August 2026.
- Download and print the submitted application form for future reference and document verification.
Documents Required
- Educational certificates (Intermediate/12th marksheet and passing certificate)
- Date of birth proof (birth certificate or Class 10 certificate)
- Residential certificate / domicile proof for Bareilly district and the specific Gram Sabha/Ward
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), if applicable
- BPL certificate / income certificate, if applying under BPL priority category
- Widow certificate / divorce decree or desertion certificate, if applicable under priority categories
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Aadhaar Card or other valid identity proof
Important Instructions
- Only female candidates are eligible – applications from male candidates will be rejected.
- The priority order for selection is as per the official notification – widow/divorced/deserted women from BPL families in the same Gram Sabha/Ward get preference. Ensure you carry valid supporting documents for the priority category you belong to.
- Apply for the correct Anganwadi Project matching your area of residence – the residential condition is mandatory and project-specific.
- There is no separate written test – selection proceeds through the priority order and eligibility screening as per departmental rules.
- The last date is 25 August 2026 – do not wait until the final day as the portal may face high traffic near the deadline.
- Monitor bareilly.nic.in and upanganwadibharti.in for merit list, document verification schedule and further updates.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online – Bareilly Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official District Website – Bareilly | Click Here |
| UP Anganwadi Official Portal | Click Here |
Bareilly Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is Bareilly Anganwadi Recruitment 2026?
✅ It is a recruitment drive by the District Programme Officer, Child Development, Bareilly, under the Bal Vikas Seva Evam Pustahar Vibhag, Government of Uttar Pradesh, for 174 Anganwadi Worker posts across 16 Child Development Project areas in Bareilly district. Apply online at upanganwadibharti.in.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for Bareilly Anganwadi Recruitment 2026?
✅ The last date to submit the online application is 25 August 2026. The application window opened on 05 August 2026. Apply at upanganwadibharti.in well before the deadline.
Q3. Who can apply for Bareilly Anganwadi Worker posts?
✅ Only female candidates who have passed Intermediate (12th standard) or equivalent, are aged 18 to 35 years as on 01 July 2026, and meet the residential condition for the relevant Anganwadi Project in Bareilly district.
Q4. What is the educational qualification required?
✅ Candidates must have passed Intermediate (12th standard) or equivalent from a recognized board. This is the minimum required qualification as per UP Anganwadi recruitment rules.
Q5. How is selection done – is there a written test?
✅ No written test. Selection follows a defined priority order as per the notification – (1) Widow women from BPL families in the same Gram Sabha/Ward, (2) Divorced or deserted women from BPL families in the same Gram Sabha/Ward, (3) Widow/divorced/deserted women from other eligible categories, and then further categories as specified. Candidates belonging to higher priority categories with valid supporting documents are considered first.
Q6. What supporting documents are needed for priority category candidates?
✅ Widow candidates need a widow certificate; divorced/deserted candidates need a divorce decree or relevant authority document; BPL category candidates need a BPL certificate or income certificate as applicable. All original documents must be produced at document verification.
Q7. How many projects and which has the most vacancies?
✅ 16 projects across Bareilly district. Majhgawan (Project 11) has the highest vacancies (23), followed by Baheri (21), Bareilly Nagar/Urban (17), Bhuta (15), Nawabganj (13), Alampur Jafrababad (11), Faridpur (11), Bithri Chainpur (10), Damkhoda/Richa (09), Ramnagar (08), Bhamora (07), Fatehganj West (07), Kyara (07), Shergarh (06), Mirganj (05) and Majhgawan Project 3 (04).
Q8. What is the age limit for Bareilly Anganwadi Recruitment 2026?
✅ Minimum 18 years and maximum 35 years, calculated as on 01 July 2026. Age relaxation for reserved categories is as per UP Government rules.
Q9. Is there a residential condition for applying?
✅ Yes. Candidates must meet the local residency requirement for the specific Gram Sabha/Ward or project area they are applying for. Verify the exact residency clause from the official notification PDF at bareilly.nic.in before submitting your form.
Q10. Where do I apply and what is the official website?
✅ Apply online at upanganwadibharti.in. The official Bareilly district notification is available at bareilly.nic.in. Download the official notification PDF to verify all eligibility conditions and the complete priority order before applying.
Disclaimer
The information above is compiled from the official Bareilly Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 notification dated 05 August 2026, issued by the District Programme Officer, Child Development, Bareilly, Bal Vikas Seva Evam Pustahar Vibhag, Government of Uttar Pradesh, as available on the official Bareilly district website bareilly.nic.in and the UP Anganwadi portal upanganwadibharti.in. Candidates are advised to download the official notification PDF from bareilly.nic.in, verify all eligibility conditions and the complete priority order for selection, and check the residential requirement for their specific project before applying. All links above lead only to official government portals.
