Shahjahanpur Anganwadi Karyakartri Recruitment 2026: 333 Vacancies Announced
The Office of the District Programme Officer (Child Development), Shahjahanpur has released a notification for the direct recruitment of 333 Anganwadi Karyakartri (Anganwadi Worker) posts across 16 Child Development Projects in the district. This honorarium-based recruitment invites online applications from eligible local women candidates from 13 July 2026 to 3 August 2026.
Short Information
The Office of the District Programme Officer (Child Development), Shahjahanpur is conducting a direct recruitment drive for 333 Anganwadi Karyakartri positions across rural and urban areas of the district. The online application window opened on 13 July 2026 and will close on 3 August 2026 at 11:59 PM. Only local women candidates meeting the residency and educational criteria are eligible to apply through the official vacancy management portal.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Nil |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Nil |
| Payment Mode | Not Applicable |
Note: The official notification does not specify any application fee for any category. Candidates should verify on the official portal before applying.
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies
Post Details & General Eligibility
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Age Limit (as on 01/07/2026) | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anganwadi Karyakartri (Anganwadi Worker) | 333 | 18 – 35 Years | Intermediate (12th) or equivalent |
Key Eligibility Conditions:
- Only local women candidates are eligible.
- Candidate must be a resident of the specific ward (urban) or gram panchayat (rural) where the vacancy exists.
- Minimum qualification: Intermediate (12th) pass or equivalent.
- Age calculated as on 1 July 2026 (Date of birth from High School certificate valid).
Project-wise Vacancy Breakdown (16 Child Development Projects)
| Sr. No. | Project Name | Area Type | Vacant Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Banda | Rural/Urban | 49 |
| 2 | Bhawalkhera | Rural/Urban | 66 |
| 3 | Dadraul | Rural | 20 |
| 4 | Jaitipur | Rural | 5 |
| 5 | Jalalabad | Rural | 10 |
| 6 | Kant | Rural | 14 |
| 7 | Kalan | Rural | 8 |
| 8 | Khutar | Rural | 9 |
| 9 | Khudaganj | Rural | 12 |
| 10 | Madanapur | Rural | 24 |
| 11 | Mirzapur | Rural | 4 |
| 12 | Nigohi | Rural | 18 |
| 13 | Puwayan | Rural/Urban | 29 |
| 14 | Sindhauli | Rural | 15 |
| 15 | Tilhar | Rural/Urban | 14 |
| 16 | Shahar (City area) | Urban | 36 |
| Total | 333 |
Note: Vacancy numbers may increase or decrease; updated figures will be displayed on the official website. Village/ward-wise reservation details are available on notice boards at District Collectorate, Vikas Bhawan, Tehsil/Block offices, and Child Development Project offices.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection is merit-based as per Government Order No. 1/1092245/2025/3313/58-1-2025 (1917687) dated 17 September 2025.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Merit Calculation | Marks of Intermediate (or equivalent) + Marks of Graduation/Post-Graduation (if applicable) |
| Method | Calculated via departmental portal as per Clause 7, Points (I) to (IV) of the Governing Order |
| Minimum Qualification | Intermediate (12th) or equivalent mandatory |
| No Written Exam / Interview | Selection purely on academic merit |
Reservation & Category Rules:
- Reserved category posts accept applications only from that specific category.
- Unreserved posts open to all castes.
- Special Category Documentation:
- Widows: Death certificate (Gram Panchayat Officer/Urban Local Body) or certified family register copy.
- Divorced/Deserted: Legal court order.
- Income Certificate: Only UP Govt prescribed format (Order No. 3959/1-9-11-Raj-9 dated 30.09.2011), verifiable online, validity from notification date.
- Residence & Caste Certificate: Only digitally signed, Tehsil-issued, online verifiable certificates accepted.
- Declaration: Widow/divorced/deserted status must be declared at time of application; later claims rejected.
How to Apply Online
Follow these steps to submit your application for Shahjahanpur Anganwadi Karyakartri Recruitment 2026:
- Visit the official vacancy management portal (link provided in Important Links table).
- Click on the "Apply Online" link for Shahjahanpur Anganwadi Karyakartri Recruitment 2026.
- Register using a valid mobile number and email ID to generate login credentials.
- Log in and fill the online application form carefully with accurate personal, educational, and residential details.
- Upload clean, legible, self-attested copies of all required documents (see checklist below).
- Crucial: Declare widow/divorced/deserted status in the form if applicable — this cannot be added later.
- Review all entered data against original documents; discrepancies will lead to rejection.
- Submit the final application before 3 August 2026, 11:59 PM.
- Save/print the submitted application form for future reference.
Required Documents Checklist:
- High School (10th) Marksheet & Certificate (for DOB proof)
- Intermediate (12th) Marksheet & Certificate
- Graduation/Post-Graduation Marksheets & Certificates (if applicable)
- Digitally signed Residence Certificate (online verifiable)
- Digitally signed Caste Certificate (online verifiable)
- Income Certificate (UP Govt format, online verifiable)
- Special Category Proof (Widow/Divorced/Deserted documents, if applicable)
- Recent passport-size photograph & signature (as per portal specs)
- Valid Mobile Number & Email ID
Important Instructions:
- Offline applications will not be accepted under any circumstances.
- Candidate is solely responsible for accuracy of marks, percentages, and facts entered.
- In case of portal data-entry errors, original document details prevail.
- For assistance, contact Tehsil Office, Block Development Office, CDPO Office, or DPO Office (Vikas Bhawan, Shahjahanpur) during office hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for Shahjahanpur Anganwadi Karyakartri Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 3 August 2026, till 11:59 PM.
Q2. How many Anganwadi Karyakartri vacancies are there in Shahjahanpur?
333 vacancies have been notified across 16 Child Development Projects in Shahjahanpur district.
Q3. Who is eligible to apply for Shahjahanpur Anganwadi Karyakartri posts?
Only local women candidates who are residents of the specific ward (urban) or gram panchayat (rural) of the vacant post, and who hold a minimum qualification of Intermediate (12th) or equivalent, are eligible.
Q4. What is the age limit for Shahjahanpur Anganwadi Karyakartri Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be a minimum of 18 years and a maximum of 35 years of age, as on the cut-off date of 1 July 2026.
Q5. Where can I apply for Shahjahanpur Anganwadi Karyakartri Recruitment?
Applications must be submitted online only, through the vacancy management portal at upanganwadibharti.in. Offline applications are not accepted.
Q6. What is the salary/honorarium for Anganwadi Karyakartri in Shahjahanpur?
The notification confirms this is an honorarium-based post but does not specify the exact honorarium amount.
Q7. Is there any application fee for this recruitment?
The official notification does not mention any application fee for any category (General/OBC/SC/ST/PwBD/Women).
Q8. How is the merit list prepared for selection?
Merit is determined by adding marks of Intermediate (or equivalent) and Graduation/Post-Graduation (if applicable), calculated through the departmental portal as per the method in the governing Government Order.
Important Links
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |