The Office of the District Programme Officer (DPO), Amethi, under the Child Development Services and Pushtahar (Bal Vikas Seva evam Pushtahar) Department, Uttar Pradesh, has released a notification inviting online applications for the post of Anganwadi Worker (Karyakatri) against a total of 172 vacancies across various Bal Vikas Pariyojnas (Child Development Projects) in Amethi district. This notification, dated 31st August 2026, is governed by Government Order No. 1/1092245/2025/3313/58-1-2025 (1917687) dated 17th September 2025. Online applications opened on 1st September 2026 and will close on 21st September 2026 (midnight).
This recruitment is exclusively reserved for female candidates who are permanent residents of the specific ward/Gram Sabha where the vacancy exists, making it a locally-rooted community-level recruitment drive aimed at strengthening child development services in Amethi district.
UP Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 (Amethi): Quick Overview
- Recruiting Authority: Office of the District Programme Officer (DPO), Amethi, Child Development Services and Pushtahar Department, Uttar Pradesh
- Notification Number: C-2615/District Magistrate/Anganwadi Recruitment/Notification/2026-27, dated 31.08.2026
- Governing Government Order: No. 1/1092245/2025/3313/58-1-2025 (1917687), dated 17.09.2025
- Post: Anganwadi Worker (Karyakatri)
- Total Vacancies: 172 posts
- Application Mode: Online only
- Application Start Date: 1 September 2026
- Application Last Date: 21 September 2026 (Midnight, 12:00 AM)
- Corrigendum (Reservation Correction) Date: 5 September 2026
Project-Wise Vacancy Distribution
The 172 vacancies are distributed across 13 Bal Vikas Pariyojnas (Child Development Projects) in Amethi district as follows:
| Bal Vikas Pariyojna (Project) | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Shahgarh | 8 |
| Tiloi | 25 |
| Gauriganj | 18 |
| Both | 7 |
| Amethi | 12 |
| Sangrampur | 8 |
| Swore | 9 |
| Singhpur | 11 |
| Bazaar School | 11 |
| Bahadurpur | 16 |
| Bhadar | 11 |
| Jagdishpur | 20 |
| Musafirkhana | 16 |
Note: The notification does not provide a separate category-wise (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS) vacancy breakdown; selection will be made through a merit list prepared centre-wise, subject to applicable reservation norms verified at the document verification stage.
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| UP Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 (Amethi) Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online (UP Anganwadi Bharti Portal) | Click Here |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (As on 1 July 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 35 years
- Date of birth proof accepted only from High School mark sheet/certificate
Educational Qualification
- Minimum Qualification: Intermediate (12th) or equivalent
- Merit will be calculated based on academic marks obtained from Intermediate level up to Postgraduate level, wherever applicable to the candidate
Other Mandatory Eligibility Conditions
- Only female candidates are eligible to apply for these Anganwadi Worker posts
- Candidate must be a permanent resident of the specific ward/Gram Sabha where the vacancy exists, supported by a residence certificate issued by the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM)
- Income, residence, and caste certificates are valid only if issued within the last 3 years from the date of application
- Special provisions and additional supporting documentation apply for widowed, divorced, or separated candidates applying under relevant provisions
Application Fee
No application fee has been specified in the official notification for this recruitment, indicating the application process is free of cost for eligible candidates.
Selection Process
Selection for Anganwadi Worker posts under this recruitment will be based on a merit list prepared using the candidate’s academic marks (from Intermediate through Postgraduate level, as applicable), combined with verification of residency, age, category, and other eligibility documents. There is no written examination or interview involved in this selection process.
How to Apply for UP Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 (Amethi)
- Visit the official UP Anganwadi Bharti portal (upanganwadibharti.in).
- Complete the online application form between 1st September 2026 and 21st September 2026 (midnight).
- Upload all required documents, including educational mark sheets, a recent photograph, signature, and income/caste/residence proofs as applicable.
- Candidates applying under widowed/divorced/separated provisions must upload the relevant supporting certificates.
- Carefully verify all entered details before final submission.
- Submit the application well before the deadline of 21st September 2026 (midnight) to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Documents Required
- Educational mark sheets and certificates (Intermediate through Postgraduate, as applicable)
- Recent photograph and signature
- Residence certificate issued by the SDM
- Income certificate, if claiming BPL/economically weaker status
- Caste certificate, if applying under a reserved category
- Death certificate/court order/relevant legal document, for widowed, divorced, or separated candidates
- High School certificate, as proof of date of birth
About This Recruitment
Anganwadi Workers play a vital role in India’s Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme, providing nutrition, health, and pre-school education support at the grassroots level. This recruitment by the DPO Amethi office aims to fill 172 such positions across various Child Development Projects in the district, strengthening the delivery of child and maternal welfare services at the community level.
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