MP Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 — 2548 Vacancies

The Women and Child Development Department, Madhya Pradesh is hiring 2,548 Anganwadi Workers (Karyakarta) and Anganwadi Helpers (Sahayika) across various districts of the state. If you are a woman who has passed 12th class and are a local resident of the village or ward, you can apply online. The salary is Rs. 7,000 to Rs. 10,000 per month. There is no written exam — selection is based on merit. The last date to apply is 13 July 2026.

MP Women and Child Development Department Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 - 2548 Posts

The Women and Child Development Department (Mahila Evam Bal Vikas Vibhag), Government of Madhya Pradesh has opened 2,548 posts for Anganwadi Worker (Karyakarta) and Anganwadi Helper (Sahayika) through the MPOnline Chayan portal. These posts are spread across many districts, revenue villages, and urban wards. There is no written examination — the selection is done purely on academic merit. Only women candidates who are local residents can apply.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Anganwadi Worker (Karyakarta) — runs the Anganwadi centre and its services
• Anganwadi Helper (Sahayika) — supports the Worker in daily centre activities

A total of 2,548 vacancies are on offer, filled village-wise and ward-wise. The exact number of posts in your area is shown district-wise on the MPOnline Chayan portal while applying.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: You must have passed 12th class (Higher Secondary) from a recognized board. This applies to both the Worker and Helper posts.
• Gender: Only female candidates can apply.
• Residence: You must be a local resident of the same revenue village or urban ward where the post is located.
• Samagra ID: You need a valid Madhya Pradesh Samagra ID to apply.

Age Limit

• You should be between 18 and 35 years old.
• Age relaxation for reserved categories applies as per Madhya Pradesh government rules.

Salary

• Anganwadi Worker (Karyakarta): Rs. 10,000 per month (with a yearly increase of about Rs. 1,000).
• Anganwadi Helper (Sahayika): Rs. 7,000 per month (with a yearly increase of about Rs. 500).
• The amount is a fixed monthly honorarium paid by the state government.

Application Fee

• All categories (General / OBC / SC / ST / EWS): Rs. 118 (includes the portal charge and GST).
• Payment mode: Online through the MPOnline Chayan portal or an authorised kiosk.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

Selection is fully merit-based:

1. Merit List (100 points): Your merit is calculated from your 10th and 12th class marks. A combined merit list is prepared for each village/ward.
2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must show their original documents.
3. Medical Examination: Selected candidates go through a medical check before final appointment.

If two candidates have equal marks, priority is decided using age and other rules set by the department.

How to Apply

1. Go to the MPOnline Chayan portal at chayan.mponline.gov.in.
2. Register using your Madhya Pradesh Samagra ID.
3. Fill in the online application form for your village or ward.
4. Upload your photo and required documents.
5. Pay the fee of Rs. 118 online.
6. Submit the form and take a printout for your records.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 30 June 2026
• Online Application Start: 1 July 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 13 July 2026

• Run the Anganwadi centre and provide supplementary nutrition to children, pregnant women, and nursing mothers
• Give pre-school (early childhood) education to children aged 3 to 6 years
• Support health check-ups, growth monitoring, and immunization drives in the village or ward
• Spread awareness on health, hygiene, and nutrition among mothers and families
• Keep proper records and registers of children, mothers, and centre activities
• Help cook and serve food and keep the Anganwadi centre clean and safe
• Bring children to the centre and assist the Anganwadi Worker in daily tasks (Helper role)