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| WCD Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 – 6,843 Worker & Helper Vacancies, Apply Online |
WCD Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 – 6,843 Worker & Helper Vacancies, Apply Online
Women and Child Development Department, Government of Gujarat has opened online applications for 6,843 Anganwadi Worker (Karyakar) and Anganwadi Helper / Tedagar vacancies under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme. The recruitment is for female candidates and applications are being accepted through the Gujarat e-HRMS portal from 21 September 2026 to 14 October 2026.
Current Status: Open
Latest Update: The online application window is currently active. The last date to submit the application is 14 October 2026 up to 12:00 midnight.
This is an honorarium-based engagement, not a regular Class-III cadre post. The available information states that selection is based on centre-wise merit using qualifying-examination marks, with document verification as part of the process. Candidates must meet the local residence requirement for the selected Anganwadi centre.
Quick Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Women and Child Development Department, Government of Gujarat (WCD Gujarat) |
| Scheme / Sector | Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) |
| Posts | Anganwadi Worker (Karyakar) and Anganwadi Helper / Tedagar |
| Total Vacancies | 6,843 (3,043 Worker + 3,800 Helper) |
| Gender | Female Only |
| Job Type | Honorarium-Based |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Application Dates | 21 September 2026 to 14 October 2026 |
| Remuneration | ₹10,000/month for Worker; ₹5,500/month for Helper |
| Selection | Centre-wise merit based on qualifying marks, followed by supplied verification stages |
| Location | Districts and urban ICDS projects across Gujarat |
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Details |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 21 September 2026, 12:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 October 2026, up to 12:00 midnight |
| Age Cut-Off Date | 14 October 2026 |
| Centre-Wise Merit List | To be published on e-HRMS after scrutiny |
| Document Verification | After the merit list, as called by the ICDS project |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Minimum Qualification | Monthly Honorarium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anganwadi Worker (Karyakar) | 3,043 | HSC / Class 12, or SSC / Class 10 + 2-year AICTE-recognised diploma | ₹10,000/month |
| Anganwadi Helper / Tedagar | 3,800 | SSC / Class 10 | ₹5,500/month |
| Total | 6,843 | Two posts | Honorarium-Based |
Higher qualifications such as BA, B.Sc, B.Com or above do not create separate vacancies. The supplied information states that higher study can be considered in the merit process.
The supplied project figures total 3,043 Worker seats and 3,800 Helper seats, matching the stated statewide total of 6,843 seats.
Rural / District Panchayat Projects
| Project / District | Worker | Helper |
|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | 92 | 114 |
| Amreli | 104 | 143 |
| Anand | 128 | 104 |
| Aravalli | 60 | 55 |
| Banaskantha | 95 | 135 |
| Bhavnagar | 112 | 123 |
| Bharuch | 47 | 65 |
| Botad | 30 | 33 |
| Chhota Udepur | 41 | 66 |
| Dahod | 100 | 104 |
| Dangs | 16 | 14 |
| Devbhumi Dwarka | 42 | 75 |
| Gandhinagar | 57 | 72 |
| Gir Somnath | 56 | 83 |
| Jamnagar | 69 | 110 |
| Junagadh | 85 | 82 |
| Kheda | 101 | 98 |
| Kutch | 200 | 255 |
| Mahesana | 133 | 151 |
| Mahisagar | 45 | 37 |
| Morbi | 70 | 92 |
| Narmada | 36 | 46 |
| Navsari | 84 | 76 |
| Panchmahal | 52 | 82 |
| Patan | 82 | 143 |
| Porbandar | 29 | 40 |
| Rajkot | 90 | 101 |
| Sabarkantha | 87 | 100 |
| Surat | 80 | 101 |
| Surendranagar | 85 | 93 |
| Tapi | 46 | 51 |
| Vadodara | 74 | 90 |
| Valsad | 95 | 122 |
| Vav-Tharad | 45 | 82 |
Urban ICDS Projects
| Urban Project | Worker | Helper |
|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad Urban | 145 | 223 |
| Bhavnagar Urban | 30 | 41 |
| Gandhidham Urban (Kutch) | 9 | 23 |
| Jamnagar Urban | 37 | 41 |
| Junagadh Urban | 21 | 29 |
| Karamsad Anand Urban | 14 | 16 |
| Mehsana Urban | 8 | 9 |
| Morbi Urban | 6 | 9 |
| Nadiad Urban | 9 | 6 |
| Navsari Urban | 9 | 12 |
| Porbandar Urban | 15 | 14 |
| Rajkot Urban | 38 | 44 |
| Surat Urban | 60 | 117 |
| Surendranagar Urban | 20 | 25 |
| Vadodara Urban | 38 | 42 |
| Vapi Urban | 16 | 11 |
| All Projects Total | 3,043 | 3,800 |
The supplied information does not provide one combined statewide category-wise roster for UR, SEBC, SC, ST and EWS. Candidates should check the advertisement for their selected project before relying on any reservation figure.
Eligibility
Educational Qualification
Anganwadi Worker: HSC / Class 12 from a recognised board, or SSC / Class 10 plus a two-year AICTE-recognised diploma.
Anganwadi Helper / Tedagar: SSC / Class 10 from a recognised board.
Higher qualifications such as BA, B.Sc, B.Com or above are considered in merit according to the supplied information, but they do not create additional vacancies.
Residence and Other Eligibility Conditions
- The recruitment is for female candidates only.
- The candidate must be a local resident for at least one year.
- For a rural centre, the candidate must be a resident of the relevant revenue village.
- For an urban centre, the candidate must be a resident of the relevant ward / notified urban area.
- A Mamlatdar residence certificate issued within six months of the advertisement is required according to the supplied information.
- The supplied information states that women from another state who do not reside in the selected Gujarat village or ward cannot apply for that centre.
Age Limit
The age is calculated as on 14 October 2026.
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Worker and Helper – General Window | 18 years | 33 years |
| Serving Anganwadi Helper applying for Worker | 18 years | 43 years |
The supplied information does not provide a completed category-wise age-relaxation table. Candidates should not assume additional relaxation unless it is stated in the applicable project advertisement or relevant Gujarat rules.
Salary / Honorarium
| Post | Monthly Amount | Nature |
|---|---|---|
| Anganwadi Worker (Karyakar) | ₹10,000 | Honorarium |
| Anganwadi Helper (Tedagar) | ₹5,500 | Honorarium |
The supplied information describes these amounts as fixed monthly honorarium and not as regular 7th CPC basic pay.
Application Fee
Application Fee: Nil for the supplied recruitment.
Candidates should use only the official e-HRMS recruitment route and should not pay any person claiming to provide guaranteed selection, merit-list placement or centre allotment.
Selection Process
The supplied selection information describes a centre-wise merit-based process. The available details include the following stages and considerations:
- Online application for the selected centre and post.
- Scrutiny of education, age and residence information.
- Centre-wise merit list based on marks in the prescribed qualifying examination, with higher-study weightage as supplied.
- Preference for a serving Anganwadi Helper moving to a Worker seat, where the applicable rules allow it.
- Document verification at the ICDS project / CDPO office.
- Honorary engagement for the selected centre.
No standard interview stage is mentioned in the supplied current process. The supplied information also states that there is no default written examination for this recruitment. A separate physical test or physical measurement is not specified for these honorary ICDS roles.
How to Apply Online
- Open the Gujarat e-HRMS advertisement list.
- Find the Women and Child Development / Anganwadi Worker–Helper advertisement for the relevant district or urban project.
- Read the applicable project advertisement and confirm the centre name, village or ward and post.
- Register or log in to the e-HRMS portal and select the appropriate centre and post.
- Enter personal, educational and residence information according to the relevant certificates.
- Submit the online application before 14 October 2026, 12:00 midnight.
- Save the acknowledgement or application details for future reference.
Candidates should select only the centre for which they satisfy the supplied local-residence requirement. The supplied information does not provide a separate statewide printed advertisement number common to all districts.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Do not select a centre in another village simply because it is nearby.
- Do not submit a residence certificate that does not meet the supplied six-month requirement or is for a different village or ward.
- Enter educational marks carefully because the merit process is based on qualifying marks and the supplied higher-study consideration.
- Do not treat this engagement as a regular Gujarat government Class-III post.
- Do not pay anyone claiming to guarantee selection, a merit-list position or centre allotment.
Documents Required
- Proof of age, such as school leaving or birth certificate
- Class 10 marksheet and certificate
- Class 12 marksheet and certificate for Worker applicants, or AICTE diploma marksheets where applicable
- Original marksheets for every attempt, where applicable
- Grade-to-percentage conversion certificate, if results are in CGPA / grade format
- Mamlatdar residence certificate meeting the supplied six-month requirement
- Caste / reservation certificate, if claiming a reserved category
- Widow certificate, if applicable
- Serving Helper proof / experience, if applying under the 43-year Worker window
- Self-declaration in the format given in the project advertisement
- Photo identity such as Aadhaar / Voter ID
- Passport-size photograph and signature as required by e-HRMS
Document Alert: The supplied information specifically highlights the importance of the correct Mamlatdar residence certificate and the correct village or ward details.
Service Conditions
The engagement is described as honorary ICDS work at the allotted Anganwadi centre rather than regular Government Service. The supplied information states that the engagement does not by itself create a pensionable Gujarat civil-service post.
The supplied information describes work connected with Anganwadi centre activities, supplementary nutrition, pre-school activities, growth records, coordination and home visits. Continuation is subject to the applicable centre and department rules. Automatic absorption into Supervisor, CDPO or clerk cadre should not be assumed.
What Happens After Selection?
- The centre-wise merit position is published on e-HRMS or through the ICDS project office.
- The CDPO / project office calls selected candidates for document verification with originals.
- Residence, age and educational details are checked against the submitted application.
- Eligible candidates receive an honorary engagement communication for the relevant centre.
- The selected candidate joins the allotted Anganwadi centre and performs the duties applicable to the engagement.
- Any later departmental welfare or service-related provisions are governed by separate departmental rules or circulars.
The supplied information describes a possible progression from Helper to Worker through applicable rules, while any later Supervisor recruitment is a separate process and should not be treated as automatic promotion.
Contact & Helpline
| Office | Details |
|---|---|
| Department | Women and Child Development Department, Government of Gujarat |
| Address | Block No. 9, 8th Floor, New Sachivalaya, Gandhinagar |
| Department Phone | 079-232-57942 |
| Recruitment Portal | e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in |
| Department Website | wcd.gujarat.gov.in |
Project-level CDPO and District ICDS contact numbers are stated to appear in the individual e-HRMS advertisement. Candidates should use the relevant project advertisement for centre-specific queries.
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Important Links
| Description | Link / Details |
|---|---|
| Apply Online / Recruitment Advertisement | Open Gujarat e-HRMS Advertisement & Application Page |
| Advertisement List / Notification | View WCD Gujarat Anganwadi Project Advertisements |
| e-HRMS Advertisement Agree / Apply Page | Open e-HRMS Advertisement Agree / Apply Page |
| Official Department Website | Visit WCD Gujarat Official Website |
| Application Window | 21 September 2026 to 14 October 2026, up to 12:00 midnight |
Direct PDF file paths may differ by district and urban project. Candidates should open the relevant advertisement row on e-HRMS rather than using an unverified PDF URL.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many vacancies are available in WCD Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026?
A total of 6,843 vacancies are supplied: 3,043 Anganwadi Worker posts and 3,800 Anganwadi Helper / Tedagar posts.
2. Who can apply for the Gujarat Anganwadi recruitment?
The supplied recruitment is for female candidates who satisfy the prescribed educational and local-residence conditions for the selected centre.
3. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 14 October 2026 up to 12:00 midnight.
4. What is the qualification for Anganwadi Worker?
Worker applicants require HSC / Class 12, or SSC / Class 10 plus a two-year AICTE-recognised diploma, as supplied.
5. What is the qualification for Anganwadi Helper / Tedagar?
Helper / Tedagar applicants require SSC / Class 10 from a recognised board, as supplied.
6. What is the age limit?
The general age range is 18 to 33 years as on 14 October 2026. Serving Anganwadi Helpers applying for Worker seats have a supplied maximum age of 43 years.
7. What is the application fee?
The application fee is Nil.
8. What is the monthly honorarium?
The supplied monthly honorarium is ₹10,000 for Anganwadi Worker and ₹5,500 for Anganwadi Helper / Tedagar.
9. Is there a written examination?
The supplied information states that there is no default written examination and that selection is based on centre-wise merit using qualifying marks, followed by the supplied verification stages.
10. Where can candidates apply?
Applications are submitted online through the Gujarat e-HRMS advertisement and application portal.
Important Note
Important Note: Candidates should carefully check the applicable project advertisement on e-HRMS for complete eligibility conditions, centre details, application instructions, document requirements and recruitment updates before applying.
Disclaimer
Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes. Candidates should verify the latest recruitment details, eligibility, dates and instructions from the official notification or official recruitment website before applying.
