The Uttar Pradesh Government's District Program Officer has invited applications for UP Anganwadi Recruitment 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill more than 60,000 Anganwadi Worker and Anganwadi Helper vacancies across various districts of Uttar Pradesh.

The recruitment is being conducted district-wise, and application deadlines vary depending on the district. Eligible female candidates who have passed Class 12 can apply online through the official UP Anganwadi recruitment portal.

UP Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Highlights

Important Dates

Candidates should check the notification for their respective district before applying.

UP Anganwadi Vacancy 2026

The recruitment includes 60,000+ vacancies distributed across various districts.

Some districts currently accepting applications include:

• Pratapgarh
• Bhadohi
• Mathura
• Agra
• Aligarh
• Meerut
• Bijnor
• Kanpur
• Lucknow
• Ghaziabad
• Varanasi
• Gorakhpur
• Prayagraj
• Bareilly
• Sitapur
• Kushinagar
• Azamgarh
• Ballia
• Jaunpur
• Shahjahanpur
• Sambhal
• Hathras
• Many more districts

Each district has its own vacancy count and application deadline.

Educational Qualification

Applicants must:

• Have passed Class 12 (Intermediate/10+2) from a recognized board.
• Be a female candidate.
• Be a resident of the same village, ward, or Nyaya Panchayat for which the application is being submitted.

Candidates should carefully read the district notification before applying.

Age Limit

As per the notification:

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 35 Years

Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories according to Uttar Pradesh Government rules.

Application Fee

There is no application fee for any category.

All eligible candidates can apply online free of cost.

Selection Process

Selection will be based on:

1. Merit List

No written examination has been mentioned in the recruitment details.

Documents Required

Before applying, keep these documents ready:

• Class 12 Marksheet
• Aadhaar Card or valid identity proof
• Passport-size Photograph
• Signature
• Mobile Number
• Email ID
• Residence Certificate (if required)
• Category Certificate (if applicable)

How to Apply for UP Anganwadi Recruitment 2026

Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official UP Anganwadi recruitment website.
2. Select your district.
3. Register with your basic details.
4. Fill in the online application form.
5. Upload the required documents.
6. Verify all entered information.
7. Submit the application.
8. Download and save the confirmation page.

Since deadlines vary by district, candidates should complete their applications well before the closing date.

Who Can Apply?

You can apply if you:

• Are a female candidate.
• Have passed Class 12 from a recognized board.
• Meet the prescribed age criteria.
• Belong to the village/ward for which you're applying.

Why This Recruitment Is Important

UP Anganwadi Recruitment is one of the largest state-level recruitment drives for women in Uttar Pradesh.

Selected candidates contribute to:

• Child nutrition programs
• Early childhood education
• Maternal health awareness
• Government welfare scheme implementation
• Community development initiatives

Final Reminder

Candidates interested in UP Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 should regularly check their district-wise notification and complete the application process before the respective deadline.

Ensure that all eligibility conditions are fulfilled and documents are uploaded correctly to avoid rejection during the verification process.