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Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 (Anganwadi Worker and Helper 6843 Posts)
Overview
The Women and Child Development Department, Gujarat has released the Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 notification, inviting online applications from eligible local women candidates for 6,843 Anganwadi Worker and Anganwadi Helper vacancies across various districts of Gujarat. The recruitment is being conducted under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme to fill vacant and anticipated honorary positions at Anganwadi Centres throughout the state.
 
This is one of the largest Anganwadi recruitment drives in Gujarat, offering an excellent opportunity for eligible women seeking community-based Government service.
 
The online application process will begin on 21 September 2026 and remain open until 14 October 2026 through the official Gujarat e-HRMS Portal. Applications will be accepted only in online mode, and candidates should complete their registration before the deadline.
 
Eligible candidates must be local women residents of the concerned Anganwadi area and fulfill the prescribed educational qualification, age limit, and other eligibility conditions mentioned in the official notification. The recruitment is specifically intended for honorary engagements, and candidates should carefully verify the district-wise vacancy details, local residence requirement, and reservation provisions before applying.
 
The selection process will be conducted according to Women and Child Development Department recruitment guidelines and is expected to involve merit-based shortlisting, verification of local residence, document verification, and other procedures specified in the notification. Selected candidates will be engaged as Anganwadi Workers or Anganwadi Helpers at the respective Anganwadi Centres under the ICDS programme.
 
Candidates should carefully check the district-wise vacancies, educational qualification, age limit, important dates before submitting their application.
Important Dates
  • Online application start date : 21 September 2026 at 12:00 AM
  • Last date for online application : 14 October 2026 up to 12:00 midnight
Application Fee
  • Not specified.

Age Limit
  • Anganwadi Worker and Helper applicants : 18 to 33 years
  • Serving Anganwadi Helper applying for Anganwadi Worker : Maximum 43 years

Vacancy Details
Post Name Total Post Eligibility
Anganwadi Worker 3043
  • Class 12 pass; or Class 10 pass with an AICTE-recognised diploma course of at least two years
Anganwadi Helper 3800
  • Class 10 pass
Post Name Salary
Anganwadi Worker Rs.10,000
Anganwadi Helper Rs.5,500

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