๐ฉโ๐ง Odisha Anganwadi Engagement 2026 โ Online Application Process via AWC Portal
The Women & Child Development Department, Odisha has announced the online engagement process for Anganwadi Workers and Helpers through the official portal https://engagement-awc.odisha.gov.in. The notification dated 28 September 2026 provides detailed instructions for registration, eligibility, and document submission.
๐ Key Highlights of the Notification
- ๐ Notification Date: 28 September 2026
- ๐ข Authority: Women & Child Development Department, Odisha
- ๐ Application Portal: https://engagement-awc.odisha.gov.in
- ๐ผ Posts: Anganwadi Worker & Anganwadi Helper
- ๐งพ Mode of Application: Online only
- ๐ Documents: Resident certificate, caste certificate, educational qualification proof, and other relevant documents must be uploaded.
๐ Important Dates โ Odisha Anganwadi Engagement 2026
- ๐๏ธ Start of Online Application: 29 September 2026
- โฐ Last Date for Submission: 13 October 2026
Applicants are advised to complete their registration and upload all required documents before the closing date. Late submissions will not be accepted under any circumstances.
๐ Eligibility Criteria
- ๐ Educational Qualification: - Worker: Minimum 10th/12th pass (relaxable in tribal/rural areas). - Helper: Minimum 8th pass (relaxable to 5th pass if no eligible candidate found).
- ๐ Age Limit: 18 to 44 years (with relaxation for experienced candidates).
- ๐ Residence: Candidate must be a resident of the same village/ward.
- ๐ Caste Certificate: Required for SC/ST candidates, issued by competent authority.
- ๐ฌ Widow/Divorced/Separated Women: Must attach Panchayat certificate or court order.
- ๐ฉ Experience Certificate: Marks will be awarded for prior service in Anganwadi centres.
โ ๏ธ Important Instructions
- โ Candidates must register on the portal and create a user ID & password.
- ๐ All documents must be uploaded online; incomplete applications will be rejected.
- ๐ซ Offline applications will not be accepted under any circumstances.
- ๐ Provisional merit lists will be published online, and objections can be filed within the given timeframe.
- ๐ฉ Final selection will be based on merit and eligibility verification.
โ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- ๐ What is the Odisha Anganwadi Engagement Portal?
- It is the official online portal launched by the Women & Child Development Department, Odisha, for recruitment of Anganwadi Workers and Helpers.
- ๐ Where can I apply?
- Candidates must apply online at https://engagement-awc.odisha.gov.in.
- ๐ What is the minimum qualification?
- For Worker: 10th/12th pass (relaxable in tribal/rural areas). For Helper: 8th pass (relaxable to 5th pass if no eligible candidate found).
- ๐ What is the age limit?
- The age limit is 18 to 44 years, with relaxation for experienced candidates.
- ๐ฉ Is offline application allowed?
- No. Applications will only be accepted through the official online portal.
- ๐ Do I need to be a resident of the same village?
- Yes. Only women residents of the same revenue village/ward are eligible to apply.
- โ ๏ธ What documents are required?
- Resident certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), educational qualification proof, and experience certificate must be uploaded online.
- ๐ How will the merit list be prepared?
- The merit list will be prepared based on educational qualifications, experience, and eligibility criteria. Provisional lists will be published online for objections.
