The Uttar Pradesh Anganwadi recruitment process has expanded with fresh district-level notifications for Anganwadi Worker posts in Banda, Azamgarh, and Hamirpur. Based on the three official district notices, a total of 268 vacancies have been advertised across these districts.
Banda has the largest share, with 122 vacancies, followed by Hamirpur with 80 and Azamgarh with 66. Recruitment is open only to eligible female candidates, and applications are accepted online through the designated UP Anganwadi recruitment portal. The last date differs by district, with the application window closing first in Azamgarh on September 14, followed by Hamirpur on September 16 and Banda on September 22, 2026.
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UP Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment | UP Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 |
| Post | Anganwadi Worker |
| Districts Covered | Banda, Azamgarh, and Hamirpur |
| Total Vacancies | 268 |
| Eligible Candidates | Female candidates only |
| Minimum Qualification | Intermediate or equivalent |
| Age Limit | 18 to 35 years |
| Age Reference Date | July 1, 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection | Merit-based |
| Written Exam | Not prescribed in the notices |
The three notifications are district-specific, so candidates need to follow the vacancy, residence, and deadline conditions applicable to the district in which they are applying.
District-Wise Vacancy Details
The three official notices together account for 268 Anganwadi Worker vacancies.
| District | Vacancies | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Banda | 122 | September 22, 2026 |
| Azamgarh | 66 | September 14, 2026 |
| Hamirpur | 80 | September 16, 2026 |
| Total | 268 | District-wise |
The Banda notification dated August 29 lists 122 vacancies distributed among nine projects. The Azamgarh notification covers 66 vacancies across 23 project areas. The Hamirpur notice lists 80 vacancies across eight project areas.
Banda Anganwadi Recruitment 2026: 122 Vacancies
Banda has announced 122 vacant Anganwadi Worker positions. According to the project-wise table on the first page of the district notification, Mahua has the highest number of vacancies, at 19, followed by Badokhar Khurd and Naraini, each with 22.
| Project | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Baberu | 15 |
| Badokhar Khurd | 22 |
| Banda City | 3 |
| Bisanda | 10 |
| Jaspura | 1 |
| Kamasin | 14 |
| Mahua | 19 |
| Naraini | 22 |
| Tindwari | 16 |
| Total | 122 |
Eligible candidates can submit their applications until midnight on September 22, 2026. The notification states that only online, error-free applications submitted through the prescribed recruitment portal will be accepted.
Azamgarh Anganwadi Recruitment 2026: 66 Posts
Azamgarh has advertised 66 Anganwadi Worker vacancies under different Child Development Project areas.
The vacancy table in the notification includes projects such as Ahrula, Atraulia, Azamgarh City, Bilariyaganj, Mehnagar, Palhani, Sathiaon, and others. The total vacancy count shown in the notification is 66.
Candidates must complete their online applications by midnight on September 14, 2026.
The notification also makes it clear that selection will be based on the merit procedure prescribed under the applicable Uttar Pradesh government order and that no written examination or interview has been prescribed for preparing the merit list.
Hamirpur Anganwadi Recruitment 2026: 80 Vacancies
The District Program Officer, Hamirpur, has invited applications for 80 Anganwadi Worker vacancies.
The project-wise distribution mentioned in the notification is as follows:
| Project | Area | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Kurara | Rural | 7 |
| Sarila | Rural | 8 |
| Kurara/Kusmara* | Rural | 8 |
| Sumerpur | Rural | 9 |
| Maudaha | Rural | 19 |
| Rath | Rural | 9 |
| Gohand | Rural | 12 |
| Hamirpur City | Urban | 8 |
| Total | 80 |
*Candidates should verify the exact project name displayed against their vacancy on the official application portal, as the scanned notification should be treated as controlling for the final project-wise entry.
For Hamirpur, online applications are being accepted from August 27 to September 16, 2026, with the window closing at midnight on the last date.
Who Can Apply for UP Anganwadi Worker Recruitment?
The eligibility conditions contained in the district notifications are broadly consistent.
Only female candidates are eligible to apply for these Anganwadi Worker posts. Candidates must have passed Intermediate or an equivalent qualification recognized under the applicable rules.
The prescribed age is:
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 35 years
- Age calculated as on: July 1, 2026
Candidates should check the applicable reservation provisions and documentary requirements before submitting the form.
Local Residence Is an Important Eligibility Condition
One of the most important conditions in this recruitment is the local-residence requirement.
The notifications state that an applicant should normally be a permanent resident of the Gram Sabha concerned with the Anganwadi center. For vacancies in urban areas, residence in the relevant ward is required. The notices also provide for consideration at the Nyaya Panchayat level in specified circumstances when an eligible candidate from the concerned Gram Sabha is unavailable.
Candidates should therefore not apply merely on the basis of belonging to the same district. The specific center, Gram Sabha, or ward linked to the advertised vacancy is material to eligibility.
How Will Anganwadi Workers Be Selected?
The recruitment is merit-based.
The district notices do not prescribe a separate written examination or interview. Merit is to be prepared in accordance with the applicable government orders and the educational records submitted by candidates.
The Banda notice specifically refers to the preparation of the merit list using educational marks from Intermediate onwards, subject to the prescribed recruitment rules.
The Azamgarh notification also explicitly states that selection will be made on the basis of the merit prepared under the government order and that no written examination or interview will be conducted.
Therefore, applicants should upload their educational records carefully, as errors in marks, qualifications, or supporting documents can directly affect their candidature.
Preference Rules for Certain Categories
The notifications also contain priority provisions linked to economic and marital status.
Subject to the applicable rules, priority is given to eligible women in categories including widows, legally divorced or deserted women, and other female candidates, with distinctions based on whether the applicant is below or above the poverty line. Relevant certificates must be produced in the prescribed form.
Applicants seeking the benefit of such priority should ensure that the supporting certificate is valid and issued by the competent authority.
Documents Candidates Should Keep Ready
Candidates are likely to need documents supporting the information entered in the online application, particularly:
- Intermediate or equivalent qualification certificate
- Higher educational qualification records, where applicable
- Date-of-birth proof
- Residence certificate
- Caste certificate, where applicable
- Income certificate, where required
- Widow/divorce/desertion-related certificate, where applicable
- Other supporting documents required for reservation or priority claims
The uploaded documents should be clear and readable. The Banda notice specifically warns that incomplete or erroneous applications can be rejected.
How to Apply for UP Anganwadi Recruitment 2026
Candidates need to use the official UP Anganwadi recruitment portal mentioned in the district notifications.
The general application process is:
- Open the UP Anganwadi recruitment portal.
- Select the relevant district.
- Check the available Anganwadi Worker vacancies.
- Confirm that the vacancy corresponds to the applicant’s eligible Gram Sabha or ward.
- Complete registration and enter personal and educational information.
- Upload the required certificates and supporting documents.
- Review all entries carefully.
- Submit the application before the applicable district deadline.
- Save or print the submitted application for future reference.
Offline applications are not prescribed under these notices.
Important Dates Candidates Should Note
Candidates should not assume that all three districts have the same closing date.
Azamgarh applicants have the earliest deadline of September 14, 2026. Hamirpur applications close on September 16, while Banda applications close on September 22.
Applicants should complete the process well before midnight on the final date because errors in certificates, residence details, or educational marks may require correction before submission.
