WCD UP Gorakhpur Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026

Only 5 days left to apply — if you're a woman with an Intermediate (10+2) pass and live in Gorakhpur, this is your chance to serve your community as an Anganwadi Worker under the Women and Child Development Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh.

About This Recruitment

Anganwadi Workers are the backbone of India's child and maternal welfare system. In this role, you will work at the grassroots level — right in your own Gram Sabha or Ward — running an Anganwadi centre that provides nutrition, early childhood care, and health education to young children and mothers in your community. This is not a desk job; it is meaningful, community-based work where you see the direct impact of what you do every day.

The Women and Child Development (WCD) Department, UP, runs this recruitment under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme — one of the world's largest programmes for early childhood development. Being an Anganwadi Worker gives you not just a monthly honorarium but also a respected position in your neighbourhood. You become the first point of contact for government health and nutrition services in your locality.

This vacancy is open specifically for Gorakhpur district. One important thing to note: you must be a permanent resident of the exact Ward (if urban) or Gram Sabha (if rural) where the vacancy exists. Candidates from other areas of Gorakhpur or other districts are not eligible for a specific vacancy — so check the vacancy list carefully before you apply and choose the right vacancy for your area.

Selection Process

There is no written examination for this post. Your selection is based entirely on a merit list calculated from your educational marks — the higher your percentage in 10th, 12th, and graduation (if applicable), the better your chances. After the merit list is prepared, shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification to confirm their eligibility and residency. If your documents are in order, you will receive the appointment.

Required Documents

Keep these documents ready before you start your application. You will need to upload scanned copies online, and originals will be checked at document verification:

• Recent passport-size photograph (scanned)
• Scanned signature
• Aadhaar Card
• Class 10 (High School) marksheet and certificate
• Class 12 (Intermediate) marksheet and certificate
• Graduation or Post-Graduation certificates (if applicable — these improve your merit score)
• Domicile Certificate (Niwas Praman Patra) issued by the Tehsildar — proving you are a resident of the specific Gram Sabha or Ward where the vacancy exists
• Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates claiming reservation)
• EWS Certificate (if applicable)
• Income Certificate (for BPL status claims, if applicable)
• Identity proof (Aadhaar Card / Voter ID)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to apply for WCD UP Gorakhpur Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026?

A. The last date to apply is 8 March 2026. You can apply online through the official portal at upanganwadibharti.in.

Q. What is the salary of an Anganwadi Worker in UP?

A. Anganwadi Workers in UP receive a monthly honorarium of Rs. 6,000 to Rs. 8,000. This is not a regular government salary — it is a fixed honorarium paid under the ICDS scheme, along with benefits like a festival bonus and limited medical benefits.

Q. What is the qualification needed for WCD UP Anganwadi Worker 2026?

A. You need to have passed Intermediate (10+2) from a recognized board. Graduates and post-graduates can also apply and will get a higher merit score, which improves their chances of selection.

Q. Is there a written exam for UP Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026?

A. No, there is no written exam. Selection is entirely merit-based, calculated from your 10th, 12th, and graduation marks. Shortlisted candidates then go through document verification.

• Run the Anganwadi centre in the assigned Gram Sabha or Ward on a daily basis
• Provide supplementary nutrition to children under 6 years and pregnant/lactating mothers
• Conduct pre-school non-formal education activities for children aged 3 to 6 years
• Register and monitor pregnant women, nursing mothers, and children under 6 in the catchment area
• Maintain records of child growth, immunization, and health check-ups
• Coordinate with the ASHA worker and ANM for health and immunization services
• Conduct home visits to identify malnourished children and provide counselling to families
• Mobilise community participation in government health and welfare schemes
• Submit monthly reports and data to the Anganwadi Supervisor (Mukhya Sevika)