ICDS Keshkal Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Worker & Helper Posts

ICDS Keshkal Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 – Official Notification

The Women and Child Development Department, Chhattisgarh has released an official notification for recruitment of Anganwadi Workers and Helpers under the ICDS Project Keshkal, District Kondagaon. The recruitment will be conducted through the online e‑Bharti portal.

Important Dates

• Start of Online Application: 07 August 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 22 August 2026
• Application Mode: Online via aww.e-bharti.in

Vacancy Details

Application Process

Eligible women candidates belonging to the same village/ward where the Anganwadi Centre is located can apply online through the e‑Bharti portal within the given dates. Applications submitted after the deadline or offline will not be accepted.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 44 years
• Relaxation: Candidates with more than one year of service experience as Worker/Helper/Co‑Helper/Organizer will get 3 years relaxation.
• Age will be calculated from the date of advertisement.

Educational Qualifications

Note: Grade‑based mark sheets must be converted into equivalent percentage and verified by the institution. Otherwise, the application will be rejected.

Reservation & Additional Weightage

• Extra marks will be awarded to experienced Workers/Helpers/Co‑Helpers.
• Women belonging to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families, Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST) families will get additional weightage.
• Widows, deserted women, and divorcees will also receive extra marks during evaluation.
• SC/ST candidates must attach a valid caste certificate issued by a competent authority.
• Experience certificates must be issued only by the Project Officer, ICDS.
• BPL certificates must be issued in the prescribed format by the Chief Executive Officer, Janpad Panchayat Keshkal.

Documents Required

• Proof of residence (Voter list entry or certificate issued by Panchayat/Patwari/Ward Councillor).
• Caste certificate (for SC/ST candidates) issued by a competent authority.
• BPL certificate issued by the Chief Executive Officer, Janpad Panchayat Keshkal.
• Experience certificate issued only by the Project Officer, ICDS.
• Certificates for widows, deserted women, or divorcees (issued by Panchayat/Patwari or court order).
• Educational mark sheets (converted to percentage if grade system is used).
• All documents must be self‑attested by the applicant.

Application Instructions

• Applications must be submitted online only through the e‑Bharti portal within the given dates.
• Incomplete applications or those without required documents will be rejected.
• No new documents will be accepted during the objection period.
• Separate applications must be submitted for different posts.
• Applications sent offline or after the deadline will not be considered.

Important Conditions

• Anganwadi Worker/Helper posts are honorary and non‑governmental; only honorarium will be paid as per government norms.
• Relatives of elected representatives or government servants may apply, but they must remain separate from the selection process.
• Selection will be strictly as per Chhattisgarh Government guidelines (Order No. 728/1098/2008 dated 02.04.2008).
• In case of disputes, the decision of the selection committee will be final and binding.
• A provisional list will be uploaded on the e‑Bharti portal; candidates can raise objections online within the given period with valid proof.

Conclusion

The ICDS Keshkal Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 provides an opportunity for eligible women candidates to apply for the posts of Anganwadi Worker and Helper. Applications must be submitted online through the e‑Bharti portal between 07 August 2026 and 22 August 2026. Candidates should carefully review the eligibility criteria, attach all required documents, and ensure timely submission. Selection will be based on merit, experience, and additional weightage for widows, deserted women, divorcees, and candidates from SC/ST/BPL families. The recruitment process is transparent and strictly governed by Chhattisgarh Government guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is the application period for ICDS Keshkal Anganwadi Recruitment 2026?

Applications can be submitted online from 07 August 2026 to 22 August 2026.

2. Where can I apply for these posts?

Applications must be submitted through the official e‑Bharti portal.

3. What is the age limit for applicants?

Candidates must be between 18 and 44 years. Experienced candidates may get up to 3 years relaxation.

4. What are the educational qualifications required?

For Anganwadi Worker: 12th pass (or 11th board pass). For Anganwadi Helper: 8th pass.

5. Who gets additional weightage in selection?

Extra marks are given to experienced candidates, widows, deserted women, divorcees, and women from SC/ST/BPL families.

6. Are the posts permanent government jobs?

No. Anganwadi Worker and Helper posts are honorary and non‑governmental. Only monthly honorarium is paid as per government norms.

7. Can I submit documents later during the objection period?

No. All required documents must be attached at the time of application. New documents will not be accepted later.

Selection Process

• Applications will be screened based on eligibility and documents.
• A provisional merit list will be uploaded on the e‑Bharti portal.
• Candidates can raise objections online within the given time frame.
• Final selection will be based on merit, experience, and additional weightage criteria.
• The decision of the selection committee will be final.

Honorarium / Salary

The posts of Anganwadi Worker and Helper are honorary and non‑governmental. Selected candidates will receive a monthly honorarium as per Chhattisgarh Government norms.

Key Instructions for Applicants

• Ensure all documents are self‑attested before uploading.
• Applications must be complete; incomplete forms will be rejected.
• Separate applications must be submitted for different posts.
• No offline applications will be accepted.
• Any disputes will be resolved by the selection committee, whose decision will be final.