ICDS Patan Anganwadi Helper Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online @ e‑Bharti Portal

Introduction

The Integrated Child Development Project (ICDS), Patan, District – Durg (Chhattisgarh) has issued an official advertisement dated 14 July 2026 inviting applications for the recruitment of Anganwadi Workers and Helpers.

As per the directives of the Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Chhattisgarh (letter no. IT/830/2025-WCD dated 05 January 2026), vacant posts in Anganwadi centres are to be filled through the online recruitment portal.

Eligible women candidates are invited to apply online between 17 July 2026 and 01 August 2026 via the official recruitment portal: https://aww.e-bharti.in. Applications submitted after the deadline or through offline means will not be accepted.

Purpose of the Notification

This advertisement ensures transparent and fair recruitment of Anganwadi Workers and Helpers in Patan ICDS project areas. It specifies eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, required documents, and the process for objections and final selection.

Key Highlights

• Issued By: Project Officer, ICDS Patan
• Date: 14 July 2026
• Recruitment Mode: Online via e-bharti portal
• Application Window: 17 July 2026 – 01 August 2026
• Scope: Vacant Anganwadi centres under Patan ICDS project, District Durg

Vacancy Details & Eligibility Criteria

A. Vacancy Details

The following Anganwadi centre under ICDS Patan has a vacant post:

B. Eligibility Criteria

• Posts are honorary and non-governmental; selected candidates will receive honorarium as per government norms.
• Only women candidates are eligible.
• Age limit: 18 to 44 years (as on advertisement date). Maximum service age: 65 years. Helpers/Workers with ≥1 year experience get 3 years relaxation.
• Candidates dismissed earlier due to irregularities are not eligible.
• Applicants must be permanent residents of the same village/ward where the Anganwadi centre is located.
• Residence proof must be attached:
  • Entry in updated voter list of the village/ward, OR
  • Certificate jointly signed by Sarpanch & Secretary / Patwari / Ward Councillor confirming residence.

C. Educational Qualification

• Anganwadi Helper: Minimum qualification is 8th Board pass.
• If marksheet is in grading format, a certificate from the school principal showing subject-wise marks and percentage must be uploaded online.
• All documents must be self-attested and uploaded during online application. Offline submission will not be accepted.

Document Requirements & Evaluation Process

A. Mandatory Documents

• All certificates and marksheets must be self-attested and uploaded online at the time of application.
• SC/ST candidates: Permanent caste certificate issued by a competent authority is mandatory. If only a temporary certificate is submitted, the candidate must provide an affidavit promising to submit a permanent certificate within 6 months, failing which the appointment will be cancelled.
• Widow / Deserted / Divorcee women: Must upload valid supporting documents to claim additional marks.
• BPL certificate: Must be issued based on the 2011 Socio-Economic & Caste Census (SECC) data. Rural areas – issued by CEO, Janpad Panchayat. Urban areas – issued by Chief Municipal Officer. Family drop list copy must also be attached.
• All documents must be uploaded online only. No offline submissions will be accepted.
• Separate applications must be submitted for separate posts.

B. Evaluation Process

• A Provisional Merit List will be uploaded on the e‑Bharti portal after initial evaluation.
• Candidates can check their name and marks in the provisional list and submit online claims/objections within the prescribed period.
• Additional marks are awarded for:
  • Widow / Deserted / Divorcee women
  • SC/ST category
  • BPL family status
  • Prior experience as Anganwadi Worker/Helper
• The Final Merit List will be prepared after examining objections and will determine the selection.

C. Important Notes

• Applications without complete online documents will be rejected.
• Honorarium will be paid as per government norms; these are honorary and non-governmental posts.
• Maximum service age is 65 years.

Recruitment Timeline & Process Flow

A. Recruitment Schedule

• Application Submission: 11 July 2026 – 31 July 2026 (online only via aww.e-bharti.in)
• Provisional Merit List: Published online after evaluation of applications.
• Claims/Objections: Candidates can submit objections online within the prescribed period after provisional list publication.
• Final Merit List: Prepared after examining objections and uploaded on the portal.
• Appointment Orders: Issued after approval of the final merit list by the competent authority.

B. Process Flow

1. Candidates submit applications online with all required documents.
2. Evaluation Committee reviews applications and prepares a Provisional Merit List.
3. Candidates check their marks and submit objections online if necessary.
4. Committee examines objections and finalizes the Final Merit List.
5. Selection Committee approves the final list.
6. Appointment orders are issued to selected candidates.

C. Key Notes

• All stages of recruitment are conducted online only.
• No offline applications or documents will be accepted.
• Transparency is ensured through publication of provisional and final merit lists on the e‑Bharti portal.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Who can apply for these posts?

Only women candidates are eligible to apply for Anganwadi Worker and Helper posts.

2. What is the age limit?

Candidates must be between 18 and 44 years of age. Maximum service age is 65 years. Women with one year or more service experience get 3 years relaxation.

3. What is the residency requirement?

The applicant must be a permanent resident of the same village/ward where the Anganwadi centre is located. Proof of residence must be attached through voter list entry or certificate issued by local authorities (Sarpanch, Secretary, Patwari, or Ward Councillor).

4. What are the educational qualifications?

For the Helper post, the minimum qualification is 8th Board pass. If marksheet is in grading format, a certificate from the school principal showing subject-wise marks and percentage must be uploaded online.

5. What documents are required?

• Self-attested marksheets and certificates
• Permanent caste certificate (for SC/ST candidates)
• Widow/Divorcee/Deserted woman certificate (if applicable)
• BPL certificate based on 2011 SECC data (issued by CEO Janpad Panchayat or Chief Municipal Officer)
• Family drop list copy (for BPL applicants)

6. How is the merit list prepared?

A Provisional Merit List is uploaded on the e‑Bharti portal. Candidates can check their marks and submit objections online. After examining objections, the Final Merit List is prepared and approved by the Selection Committee.

7. What is the application process?

Applications must be submitted online only via aww.e-bharti.in between 11 July 2026 and 31 July 2026. Offline applications or documents will not be accepted.

8. Are these government jobs?

No. These are honorary and non-governmental posts. Selected candidates will receive honorarium as per state and central government norms.