Ayodhya Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 – Official Notification

📢 Introduction

District Programme Officer, Integrated Child Development Project, Ayodhya has issued an official notification for the recruitment of Anganwadi Workers on honorarium basis. The recruitment will be conducted under Government Order No. 1/1092245/2025 dated 17 September 2025.

🧾 Overview

  • Post: Anganwadi Worker
  • Total Vacancies: 220
  • Recruitment Type: Direct Recruitment (Online Application)
  • Application Portal: https://upanganwadibharti.in
  • Application Start Date: 22 July 2026
  • Application End Date: 11 August 2026 (till midnight)
  • Eligibility: Only female candidates are eligible to apply.

This recruitment drive covers both urban and rural areas of Ayodhya district. Detailed ward/village‑wise vacancy and reservation information is available on the official website and notice boards of the concerned offices.

📌 Vacancy & Reservation Details

S. No. Project Office Total Vacancies SC OBC UR
1Amaniganj15030309
2Ayodhya City72161838
3Bikapur12010308
4Haiderganj11010406
5Maya Bazar20040412
6Milkipur13020308
7Mawai09000207
8Masodha08000206
9Pura Bazar20050807
10Sohawal22020416
11Rudauli09020205
12Tarun09010107
Total2203754129

The detailed ward/village‑wise vacancy and reservation list is available on the notice boards of the Collectorate, Development Building, Tehsil/Block offices, and Child Development Project offices, as well as on the official website upanganwadibharti.in.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria & Merit Calculation

Eligibility

  • Only female candidates are eligible to apply.
  • Educational Qualification: Minimum Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent. Merit will be prepared up to Postgraduate level.
  • Residency: Candidate must be a permanent resident of the concerned Gram Sabha/Ward. Valid residence certificate issued by the Sub‑Divisional Magistrate (SDM) with online verification is mandatory.
  • Age Limit: As on 01 July 2026, minimum 18 years and maximum 35 years. Date of birth as per High School certificate will be accepted.
  • Special Cases:
    • Widows must provide husband’s death certificate and family register copy/municipal certificate.
    • Divorced/abandoned women must provide court order.
    • BPL income certificate issued within last 3 years is valid. Annual income limit: ₹46,080 (rural) and ₹56,460 (urban).

Merit Calculation

Merit will be determined based on marks obtained in Intermediate, Graduation, and Post‑Graduation:

  • Percentage of marks in Intermediate will be divided by 10 to calculate merit points.
  • Similar calculation will be applied for Graduation and Post‑Graduation.
  • Final merit will be the sum of marks from Intermediate to Post‑Graduation.
  • Example: If a candidate scores 300 out of 500 in Intermediate (60%), her merit points will be 6. These will be added with Graduation and Post‑Graduation points to prepare the final merit list.

Merit preparation and eligibility verification will strictly follow Government Order No. 1/1092245/2025 dated 17 September 2025.

📝 Application Process & Important Instructions

Application Procedure

  • Applications will be accepted only through online mode on the official portal: https://upanganwadibharti.in.
  • Offline applications or documents sent by post/registered mail will not be accepted.
  • Applicants must upload all required documents (educational certificates, marksheets, income, caste, residence certificates, photo, and signature) in the prescribed format.
  • Incomplete, incorrect, or forged applications will be rejected. Candidates themselves will be responsible for errors.
  • Widow/divorced/abandoned applicants must upload relevant proof (death certificate, court order, municipal certificate) in the designated section of the portal.

Important Dates

  • Start of Online Application: 22 July 2026
  • Last Date for Submission: 11 August 2026 (till midnight)

Key Instructions

  • Eligibility, merit calculation, and selection will follow Government Order No. 1/1092245/2025 dated 17 September 2025.
  • Income certificate validity: must be issued within the last 3 years; older certificates will be treated as APL category.
  • All certificates (income, caste, residence) must be issued in the applicant’s name and verifiable online.
  • Vacancy numbers may change under special circumstances; final decision of the selection committee will be binding.
  • Detailed SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) regarding eligibility, merit, registration, verification, and grievance redressal is available on the recruitment portal.

Candidates are advised to carefully read all instructions, ensure proper document upload, and apply well before the deadline to avoid last‑minute issues.

✅ Selection Process & Final Notes

Selection Process

  • Selection will be based strictly on merit prepared from academic marks (Intermediate to Post‑Graduation).
  • Merit list will be generated automatically by the recruitment portal based on uploaded documents.
  • Verification of certificates (residence, caste, income, educational) will be conducted by the concerned authorities.
  • In case of multiple vacancies in a Gram Sabha/Ward, selection will be made according to the first generated Anganwadi Centre code by the portal.
  • Final decision of the Selection Committee will be binding and cannot be challenged.

Final Notes

  • Vacancy numbers are subject to change under special circumstances.
  • Any discrepancies in reservation or vacancy details will be resolved before final selection.
  • Detailed SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) covering eligibility, merit calculation, registration, verification, grievance redressal, and post‑selection process is available on the official portal.
  • Candidates are advised to regularly check the website upanganwadibharti.in for updates and instructions.
  • No offline communication or correction requests will be entertained; all processes are strictly online.

This recruitment process ensures transparency, fairness, and adherence to Government guidelines for the appointment of Anganwadi Workers in Ayodhya district.