📢 Press Release by ICDS Project, Gaurela

The Integrated Child Development Project (ICDS), Gaurela, District Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi (Chhattisgarh) has announced recruitment for Anganwadi Helpers. Applications are invited online through the official portal aww.ebharti.in from 13 August 2026 to 27 August 2026.

📋 Vacancy Details

S. No. Sector Centre Name Gram Panchayat Village/Ward Post
1 Basti Dandjamdi Poota Poota Helper
2 Khodri Banjhorka Banjhorka Banjhorka Helper
3 Dhanouli Baigapara Dhanouli Karangra Helper

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

  • Only women candidates are eligible.
  • Age: 18 to 44 years (Relaxation of 3 years for candidates with 1+ year experience as Helper/Co-helper/Organizer).
  • Candidate must be a permanent resident of the concerned village/ward.
  • Minimum educational qualification: 8th pass.
  • For Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) such as Kamar, Abujhmadia, Pahadi Korwa, Baiga, Birhor – minimum qualification is 5th pass.

📌 Additional Preference

  • Experienced Helpers/Co-helpers.
  • Women from BPL families.
  • SC/ST women.
  • Widows, deserted, or divorced women.

📑 Required Documents

  • Residence proof (Voter list entry or certificate from Panchayat/Patwari/Ward Councillor).
  • Educational certificates (8th mark sheet with total and obtained marks).
  • Caste certificate issued by competent authority (Sub-Divisional Officer).
  • BPL certificate based on SECC 2011 survey list, verified by CEO Janpad Panchayat.
  • Death certificate for widows, legal order for divorced women, certificate for deserted women.
  • Copy of valid ration card for BPL verification.

📅 Important Dates

  • Start of Online Applications: 13 August 2026
  • Last Date to Apply: 27 August 2026

⚠️ Key Instructions

  • Applications must be submitted online only at aww.ebharti.in.
  • All documents must be certified copies.
  • Incomplete or incorrect applications will not be accepted.
  • False documents will lead to cancellation and legal action.
  • Helper posts are honorary and non-governmental, with honorarium decided by Central and State Government.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Gaurela Anganwadi Helper Recruitment 2026

1. Who can apply for the Anganwadi Helper post?

Only women candidates who are permanent residents of the concerned village/ward are eligible to apply.

2. What is the age limit for applicants?

The age limit is 18 to 44 years. Candidates with 1 year or more experience as Helper/Co-helper/Organizer are eligible for a relaxation of 3 years.

3. What is the minimum educational qualification required?

The minimum qualification is 8th pass. For Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs), the minimum qualification is 5th pass.

4. What additional preferences are given during selection?

Preference is given to:
- Experienced Helpers/Co-helpers
- Women from BPL families
- SC/ST women
- Widows, deserted, or divorced women

5. What documents are required for widows, deserted, or divorced women?

- Widows: Husband’s death certificate
- Deserted women: Certificate jointly signed by Gram Panchayat Sarpanch & Secretary or court order (valid only if deserted for more than 2 years)
- Divorced women: Court order of divorce
- Pension/financial assistance certificate if applicable

6. What residence proof is valid?

Residence proof can be shown through the updated voter list entry or a certificate issued by Panchayat/Patwari/Ward Councillor clearly mentioning residence details.

7. What caste certificate is acceptable?

Only permanent caste certificates issued by competent authorities (Sub-Divisional Officer) are valid.

8. What is the requirement for BPL candidates?

BPL candidates must submit a certificate based on the SECC 2011 survey list, verified by CEO Janpad Panchayat, along with a copy of the valid ration card.

9. What documents are required for date of birth verification?

Applicants must attach their 8th class mark sheet (with total and obtained marks). If only a progress report is available, it must be verified by the school head.

10. What is the application process?

Candidates must apply online only through the official portal aww.ebharti.in by uploading all required documents.

11. What is the last date to apply?

The last date to submit applications is 27 August 2026. Applications received after this date will not be accepted.

12. What happens if false documents are submitted?

If any document or certificate is found false, the candidature will be cancelled and legal action will be taken. The responsibility lies entirely with the applicant.

✅ Conclusion – What Candidates Should Do Next

The Gaurela Anganwadi Helper Recruitment 2026 offers opportunities for women candidates across multiple centres. Eligible applicants should prepare their documents carefully and apply online between 13 August and 27 August 2026. This recruitment ensures preference for widows, divorced women, SC/ST candidates, and those from BPL families.

Official Source: Notification by ICDS Project Officer, Gaurela, District Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi (Chhattisgarh) dated 13 August 2026.