Job Description
Overview
The Office of the District Programme Officer, Child Development, Varanasi, has initiated a recruitment drive to fill 187 Anganwadi Karyakartri (Worker) positions. This recruitment is aimed at strengthening grassroots child development and nutrition services across both urban and rural sectors of the Varanasi district. The engagement is purely temporary and honorarium-based, operating under the guidelines established by the Uttar Pradesh government.
Key Responsibilities
- Facilitate the implementation of Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) at the local Anganwadi center level.
- Monitor and record the nutritional status of children, pregnant women, and lactating mothers within the assigned ward or village.
- Organize early childhood education activities to support the cognitive and social development of children.
- Maintain accurate records and registers regarding health check-ups, immunization drives, and supplementary nutrition distribution.
- Coordinate with local health workers and community members to ensure effective delivery of government welfare schemes.
- Conduct regular home visits to provide counseling on maternal health, hygiene, and child care practices.
Why Apply
This role offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute directly to community welfare and child development in your local area. It provides a stable, honorarium-based income while allowing candidates to serve their own neighborhoods, fostering social impact and professional engagement within the public service framework.
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: July 1, 2026
- Application End Date: July 31, 2026
Quick Facts
- Total Vacancies: 187
- Pay: ₹6,000 per month (consolidated)
- Location: Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
- Category: Other Jobs
UP Varanasi Anganwadi Karyakartri Recruitment 2026 Overview
Registration Date
01 Jul 2026 –
31 Jul 2026
Salary
₹6,000
Vacancies
187
Eligibility
12th Pass
Application Link
Vacancy Details
| Project | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Araziline | 26 |
| Sevapuri | 9 |
| Kashi Vidyapeeth | 27 |
| Harhua | 7 |
| Pindra | 11 |
| Baragaon | 14 |
| Cholapur | 13 |
| Chiraigaon | 8 |
| Nagarkshetra | 72 |
How to Apply
- Navigate to the official recruitment portal at upanganwadibharti.in.
- Review the detailed government order and instructions provided on the homepage to ensure full compliance.
- Register on the portal and fill out the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and residential information.
- Upload scanned copies of all required documents, including educational certificates, domicile, and income proofs, as per the specified format.
- Verify all entered details before final submission to avoid rejection due to errors.
- Submit the application form before the deadline of July 31, 2026.
- Download and print a copy of the submitted application for your personal records and future reference.
Cutoff Marks
Merit-based selection; no specific cutoff marks announced.
Application Fee
No application fee is required for this recruitment.
Age Limit
18 to 35 years as on 01-07-2026.
Selection Process
The selection process for the Anganwadi Karyakartri posts is entirely merit-based. No written examination or personal interview will be conducted for these vacancies. A merit list will be generated by calculating the total marks obtained by candidates from their Intermediate (12th) level up to their highest educational qualification, such as graduation or post-graduation. Candidates with higher academic credentials will receive preference in the final selection process, ensuring a transparent and qualification-focused recruitment approach.
Exam Pattern
Not applicable as there is no written examination for this recruitment.
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Organization
The Child Development Department in Varanasi operates under the Uttar Pradesh government to implement the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme. Its primary mandate is to improve the nutritional and health status of children aged 0-6 years, as well as pregnant and lactating mothers. The department manages Anganwadi centers across the district, providing supplementary nutrition, immunization, and early childhood education. It functions as a vital link between state welfare policies and the local community, ensuring the effective delivery of essential social services.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Varanasi Anganwadi Karyakartri Recruitment 2026 is a direct hiring drive by the District Programme Officer (Child Development), Varanasi for 187 Anganwadi Worker (Karyakartri) posts. Applications are online at upanganwadibharti.in from July 1 to July 31, 2026.
Only women who are permanent residents of the Ward/Gram Sabha where the vacancy exists are eligible. Applicants must meet the educational, domicile, and category-specific requirements detailed in the official notification.
There are 187 vacancies across Varanasi district. Category distribution: SC 33, ST 4, OBC 58, Unreserved 92. Posts are allocated project/ward-wise; exact ward-wise break-up is on noticeboards and the official website.
Online applications are accepted from July 1, 2026, to July 31, 2026 (midnight). Apply only at upanganwadibharti.in, complete the form, upload digital documents, and submit before the deadline. Offline applications will not be accepted.
Minimum qualification is Intermediate (12th) or equivalent. Higher qualifications (up to postgraduate) will increase the merit score used for selection.
Selection is purely merit-based using marks from Intermediate up to Postgraduate level. No written exam or interview will be conducted; merit lists will determine appointments as per the government order.
Minimum age is 18 years and maximum 35 years as on July 1, 2026. Date of birth recorded in High School marksheet/certificate is considered valid for age verification.
The official notification does not specify an application fee. Candidates should check upanganwadibharti.in while applying for any updates on fees or payment instructions.
Typical required documents include Intermediate mark sheet/certificate, domicile (Tehsil-issued) and caste certificate (if applicable) with verifiable digital signatures, income certificate (online-verified), identity proof, and recent passport-size photo and signature as per portal specifications.
Anganwadi Karyakartri posts are temporary and honorarium-based: ₹4,500 per month plus an additional admissible honorarium of ₹1,500 per month. These posts do not fall under Uttar Pradesh State Employee Service Rules and may be terminated as per government directions.
