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WCD JK Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 424 Anganwadi Worker & Helper Posts

Last Updated: January 24, 2026 3:53 pm

WCD JK Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the Women and Child Development Department, Jammu and Kashmir, inviting applications for 424 vacancies across various districts. The recruitment drive includes positions for Anganwadi Workers (Sanginis) and Anganwadi Helpers (Sahayikas) under different Poshan Projects throughout J&K. Eligible candidates who are domiciles of J&K and residents of the specific electoral ward where the Anganwadi Centre is located can apply offline by downloading the application form from the official website jkicds.com. The application process started from January 1, 2026, with various project-wise deadlines ending between January 15 to January 31, 2026. This is a golden opportunity for candidates who have completed their 8th to 12th standard education and want to serve their community through the ICDS scheme.​

WCD JK Anganwadi Recruitment 2026

WCD JK Anganwadi Recruitment 2026
Important Dates

Date TypeDetails
Notification Release DateJanuary 2026 ​
Application Start Date01-01-2026 (Project-wise) 
Last Date For Registration15-01-2026 to 31-01-2026 (Project-wise) ​
Last Date For Fee PaymentNo application fee required 
Admit Card Release DateWill be announced later (if applicable)
Exam DateSelection based on merit/interview – No written exam 

Application Fee

CategoryFee Amount
General / OBC / EWSNo Fee 
SC / ST / PHNo Fee 
Payment ModeNot applicable – Free of cost

Age Limit Details

Age CriteriaDetails
Minimum Age18 years 
Maximum Age35-37 years (varies by project) 
Age Relaxation– SC/ST: 5 years
– OBC: 3 years
– PwD: 10 years
– Ex-Servicemen: As per government norms 

WCD JK Anganwadi Recruitment 2026
Vacancy Details

Post NameTotal PostsAdvertisement Numbers
Anganwadi Worker (Sangini)Approximately 250+ postsMultiple district-wise notifications ​
Anganwadi Helper (Sahayika)Approximately 174+ postsMultiple district-wise notifications ​
Total Vacancies424 Posts (Approx)Various Poshan Projects across J&K 

WCD JK Anganwadi Recruitment 2026
Eligibility Details

Eligibility CriteriaRequirements
For Anganwadi Worker (Sangini)– Minimum 12th Pass from recognized board
– Must be domicile of UT of J&K
– Must be resident of electoral ward where AWC is located
– Name should be in voter list of the ward ​
For Anganwadi Helper (Sahayika)– Minimum Matriculation (10th Pass)
– If no matriculate available, 8th standard pass can apply
– Must be domicile of UT of J&K
– Must be resident of electoral ward where AWC is located ​
Residence Proof– Voter list entry for the specific ward
– In case of dispute, residence certificate from SDM required 
GenderFemale candidates preferred (as per scheme guidelines) ​

Category-Wise Vacancy Details

CategoryReservation
GeneralAs per UT notification
OBCAs per UT notification
SCAs per UT notification
STAs per UT notification
EWSAs per UT notification
PwDAs per government norms

Note: Exact category-wise breakup varies project-wise and will be mentioned in individual project notifications

State-Wise Vacancy Details

District/ProjectPosts Available
Narbal BudgamSanginis & Sahayikas ​
Boniyar BaramullaSahayikas ​
Narwah BaramullaSanginis & Sahayikas ​
Singhpora BaramullaSahayikas ​
Tangmarg BaramullaSanginis & Sahayikas ​
Nagam BudgamSanginis & Sahayikas ​
Kralpora KupwaraSanginis & Sahayikas ​
KupwaraSanginis & Sahayikas ​
Trehgam KupwaraSanginis & Sahayikas ​
Kunzer BaramullaSanginis & Sahayikas ​
Sopore BaramullaSanginis & Sahayikas ​
Batwara SrinagarSanginis & Sahayikas ​
Khag BudgamSanginis & Sahayikas ​
Khan Sahib BudgamSanginis & Sahayikas ​
Beerwah BudgamSanginis & Sahayikas ​
Chadoora BudgamSanginis & Sahayikas ​
B.K Pora BudgamSanginis & Sahayikas ​
Srinagar (5th Phase)Sanginis & Sahayikas ​
Uri BaramullaSanginis & Sahayikas ​

Important Documents Required

Document NamePurpose
Educational Certificates8th/10th/12th marksheets and passing certificates 
Domicile CertificateProof of UT J&K residency ​
Voter ID CardProof of residence in specific electoral ward ​
Residence CertificateFrom SDM if any dispute regarding ward residence 
Date of Birth CertificateBirth certificate or 10th certificate 
Category CertificateSC/ST/OBC/EWS certificate (if applicable) 
PwD CertificateDisability certificate from competent authority (if applicable) 
Passport Size PhotographsRecent colored photographs 
Aadhaar CardIdentity and address proof 

WCD JK Anganwadi Recruitment 2026
Syllabus Overview

Syllabus ComponentDetails
Written ExaminationNo written examination for Worker and Helper posts 
Selection CriteriaMerit-based selection using educational qualification marks 
Assessment Areas– Academic performance (8th/10th/12th marks)
– Document verification
– Interview (if conducted) 

Exam Pattern

Exam ComponentDetails
Examination ModeNo written exam – Merit-based selection 
Merit CalculationBased on marks obtained in qualifying examination 
InterviewMay be conducted for final verification (project-wise) 
DurationNot applicable

Selection Process

Selection StageProcess Details
Stage 1Application submission with required documents 
Stage 2Document verification by department officials 
Stage 3Merit list preparation based on academic marks 
Stage 4Interview (if applicable in specific projects) 
Stage 5Final selection list publication on official website 
Stage 6Joining formalities and appointment letters 

WCD JK Anganwadi Recruitment 2026
Salary Details

Post NameMonthly HonorariumAdditional Benefits
Anganwadi Worker (Sangini)Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 18,000 per month (approx) – Performance incentives
– Training opportunities
– Social security benefits
Anganwadi Helper (Sahayika)Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 12,000 per month (approx) – Performance incentives
– Training opportunities
– Social security benefits
IncrementAs per government norms and performanceAnnual increment possible based on performance evaluation

Note: Exact salary amounts may vary based on government revisions and project specifications

How to Apply

Application StepsDetails
Step 1: Visit Official WebsiteGo to jkicds.com – the official ICDS Jammu Kashmir website 
Step 2: Find NotificationLook for “Advertisement for Recruitment of Sanginis and Sahayikas” under Circular/Notification section ​
Step 3: Read AdvertisementCarefully read the project-specific advertisement for your district/area ​
Step 4: Download Application FormDownload the official application form from the notification link 
Step 5: Fill Application FormFill all required details correctly in the downloaded form – name, father’s name, address, educational qualification, category, etc. 
Step 6: Attach DocumentsAttach self-attested copies of all required documents – educational certificates, domicile, residence proof, category certificate, photographs 
Step 7: Submit ApplicationSubmit the completed application form with documents to the concerned CDPO office mentioned in the advertisement before the last date ​

Note: Application submission is OFFLINE only. No online application facility is available

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