👩👧 Odisha Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 – Online Applications Invited for Anganwadi Worker and Helper Posts
The Child Development Project Office, Government of Odisha has released an official notification inviting online applications for the recruitment of Anganwadi Workers and Helpers under the Simulia Project, Baleshwar District. Applications must be submitted through the official portal engagement‑awc.odisha.gov.in.
The important dates for Odisha Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 have been officially announced
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 20 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 02 September 2026 |
The recruitment notification specifies the number of vacancies and the honorarium payable
Each Anganwadi Centre under the Simulia Project has 1 vacant position. The monthly honorarium for Anganwadi Workers and Helpers is fixed at ₹6,000. The centers currently open for recruitment include:
- Bangurpada – House No. 1 (Nityananda Barik) to House No. 108 (Nirmalya Behera)
- Bariha – House No. 1 (Lambodar Panda) to House No. 176 (Rukmani Das)
- Anandanagar – House No. 1 (Pitambar Jena) to House No. 162 (Kartikeswar Mohanty)
The eligibility criteria for Anganwadi recruitment have been clearly defined
- Age Limit: Candidates must be between 18 and 35 years of age.
- Educational Qualification: Minimum qualification is Class 10 (Matriculation). In some cases, Class 8 pass candidates may also be considered.
- Residency Requirement: Applicants must be permanent residents of the concerned Gram Panchayat or Ward where the Anganwadi Centre is located.
- Special Categories: Widow, divorced, and abandoned women candidates will be given preference with additional marks as per government rules.
The application process will be conducted entirely online through the Odisha Anganwadi portal
- Candidates must register on the official portal engagement‑awc.odisha.gov.in.
- Applicants must upload scanned copies of original documents including educational certificates, age proof, caste certificate, residence certificate, and income certificate.
- Only documents uploaded at the time of application will be considered; later submissions will not be accepted.
- Applications must be submitted before 02 September 2026 (11:59 PM).
The evaluation process will be merit‑based and additional marks will be awarded for specific categories
| Criteria | Marks Awarded |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification (10th Pass) | Percentage converted to merit marks |
| Widow / Divorced / Abandoned Women | Additional marks as per rules |
| Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe Category | Additional marks as per rules |
| Experience as Anganwadi Worker / Helper | Additional marks for service |
| Below Poverty Line (BPL) Family Certificate | Additional marks as per rules |
The important instructions emphasize transparency and strict document verification
- All certificates must be issued by competent authorities and verifiable online.
- Forged or incorrect documents will lead to cancellation of candidature.
- Selection will be purely merit‑based; no written examination or interview will be conducted.
- Final merit lists will be published on the official portal after verification.
The official source for detailed information and online application is the Odisha Anganwadi portal
For complete details, eligibility, and reservation information, candidates should visit: http://engagement‑awc.odisha.gov.in
The conclusion of the notification highlights that the recruitment is merit‑based and transparent
The Odisha Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 provides an opportunity for eligible women to apply for Anganwadi Worker and Helper posts under the Simulia Project, Baleshwar District. Applications are open from 20 August 2026 to 02 September 2026, and the selection will be conducted in a transparent, merit‑based manner without any written exam or interview. 👩👧
