MP Anganwadi Merit List 2026 – Provisional Worker & Helper

MP Anganwadi Merit List 2026 – Provisional Worker & Helper

The Directorate of Women & Child Development (WCD), Madhya Pradesh has released the provisional merit list for Anganwadi Worker (Karyakarta) and Anganwadi Helper (Sahayika) recruitment 2026, Phase-1, covering a total of 2,548 vacancies. The merit list was published on 22 July 2026 and is available for download on the official MP Online recruitment portal.

Short Information

The Directorate of Women & Child Development, Madhya Pradesh conducted the Phase-1 recruitment for 2,548 Anganwadi Worker and Helper posts through MP Online (chayan.mponline.gov.in). Online applications were accepted from 01 July 2026 to 13 July 2026. The provisional merit list has been released on 22 July 2026 for both General and Special Caste (Sahariya, Bhariya, Baiga) categories separately for Worker and Helper posts.

Application Fee

Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies

Vacancies are notified district-wise and Anganwadi-centre-wise rather than as a single state list, since recruitment is done separately for each Anganwadi centre. Candidates should check the centre-wise vacancy break-up on the official portal.

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

The selection process for MP Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Phase-1 consists of the following stages:

1. Provisional Merit List Preparation: The merit list is prepared by MP Online within three days of the closing date for online applications, based purely on the details candidates entered in their application forms. No document verification is conducted at this stage.
2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates from the provisional merit list will be called for document verification. Final selection depends on successful verification of original documents.
3. Final Selection: After document verification, the final selection list will be prepared and published.

Key Points:

• Separate provisional merit lists for General category and Special Caste (Sahariya, Bhariya, Baiga) category
• Merit lists prepared separately for Worker and Helper posts
• Centre-wise merit list preparation (Division → District → Project → Anganwadi Centre)
• No written examination or interview stage mentioned in the current notification

How to Check Merit List Online

Follow these steps to check and download the MP Anganwadi Merit List 2026:

1. Visit the official Chayan MP Online portal.
2. Navigate to the "Important Links" section on the home page under the Phase-1, 2026 recruitment notice.
3. Select the relevant merit list link based on your category and post:
   • Anganwadi Worker Merit List (General)
   • Anganwadi Helper Merit List (General)
   • Anganwadi Worker Merit List (Special Caste - Sahariya, Bhariya, Baiga)
   • Anganwadi Helper Merit List (Special Caste - Sahariya, Bhariya, Baiga)
4. For Special Caste merit lists: Select your Sambhag (Division), District (Jila), Project (Pariyojna), and Anganwadi Centre from the drop-down lists. Enter the captcha code to view the list.
5. For General category merit lists: You may be required to log in using your Application Number and Date of Birth before the list is displayed.
6. Check your name, application number, and merit score/rank in the provisional list for your Anganwadi centre.
7. Download and save the merit list for future reference.

Required Documents for Verification

Candidates should keep the following documents ready for the verification stage (confirm final list from official verification call letter):

• Online application printout
• Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
• Date of birth proof
• Residence/domicile proof of the concerned village or ward
• Caste certificate, if applicable
• Recent passport-size photograph

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. When was the MP Anganwadi Merit List 2026 released?
The provisional merit list for MP Anganwadi Worker and Helper recruitment, Phase-1, 2026 was released on 22 July 2026.

Q2. How can I check my name in the MP Anganwadi Merit List 2026?
Visit the official portal, open the relevant Worker or Helper merit list link, select your division, district, project, and Anganwadi centre (or log in with your application number and date of birth, depending on the link), and view the list for your centre.

Q3. Is the MP Anganwadi Merit List 2026 the final selection list?
No. This is a provisional list prepared from application form details only; documents have not been verified at this stage. Final selection will follow document verification.

Q4. What documents will be required after the merit list?
The official merit list notice does not specify the exact document list. Candidates should keep education certificates, date of birth proof, residence proof, and caste certificate (if applicable) ready, and confirm the final requirement from the official verification notice.

Q5. Is there any application fee for MP Anganwadi Recruitment 2026?
No separate application fee has been reported for any category; only the standard MP Online portal service charge applies at the time of application.

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