The Madhya Pradesh Women and Child Development Department (MP WCD) is soon inviting online applications for Anganwadi Worker and Helper posts for the 2026 recruitment drive. Interested candidates meeting the eligibility criteria will be able to apply online before the last date, with the application fee set at ₹100/- + 18% GST for all categories. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for the detailed official notification and important dates.
Payment Mode (Online): You can make the payment using the following methods:
Debit Card
Credit Card
Internet Banking
IMPS
Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
Age Limit & Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026 – Tentative):
Minimum Age : 18 Years
Maximum Age : 45 Years
Age Relaxation Extra as per MP WCD Recruitment Rules 2026.
Eligibility for Anganwadi Worker: Candidates must have passed 12th Standard or equivalent from a recognized board. Local residency within the village/ward is often required.
Eligibility for Anganwadi Helper: Candidates must have passed 8th Standard or equivalent from a recognized board. Local residency within the village/ward is often required.
Selection Process
The selection process for MP WCD Anganwadi Worker and Helper posts typically involves the following stages:
Stage 1: Application Scrutiny: Initial verification of applications to ensure all submitted details and documents meet the basic eligibility criteria.
Stage 2: Merit List based on Educational Qualification: Candidates are usually shortlisted based on their marks in qualifying examinations (8th/12th standard). A district-wise or block-wise merit list is prepared.
Stage 3: Document Verification (DV): Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification where original educational certificates, age proof, domicile certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), etc., are verified.
Stage 4: Interview (if applicable): In some cases, a short interview might be conducted. (Please refer to the official notification for exact details).
Stage 5: Medical Examination: A basic medical fitness check may be required.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who wish to apply for MP WCD Anganwadi Worker, Helper Recruitment 2026 can submit their application online before 31/01/2026.
Use the Click Here link provided below under Important Links section to apply directly once the application window opens.
Make sure to complete the application before the deadline 31/01/2026
Note – Candidates are requested to carefully read the Official Notification before filling the form. Check Last Date, Age Limit & Education Qualification.
Anganwadi Worker: Candidates applying for the Anganwadi Worker position must have passed the 12th standard (Higher Secondary) or its equivalent from a recognized board or institution. Preference may be given to candidates with higher qualifications or experience in social work. It is also mandatory for the candidate to be a local resident of the village/ward where the Anganwadi Centre is located.
Anganwadi Helper: Candidates applying for the Anganwadi Helper position must have passed the 8th standard or its equivalent from a recognized board or institution. Similar to the worker position, local residency of the village/ward is a crucial requirement.
Age Limit: The minimum age for applicants is generally 18 years and the maximum age is 45 years. Age relaxation for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC) will be applicable as per the rules of the Madhya Pradesh Government.
Other Requirements: Candidates must possess valid ID proof, domicile certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), and other documents as specified in the official notification.
MP WCD Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 : Mode Of Selection
The selection process for Anganwadi Worker and Helper posts is primarily based on a Merit List prepared from the educational qualifications of the candidates.
Application Scrutiny: All submitted applications will undergo a thorough scrutiny to check for eligibility and correctness of details.
Merit List: A provisional merit list will be published based on the marks obtained in the required educational qualifications (8th for Helper, 12th for Worker).
Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification where they must present all original documents for verification. This includes educational certificates, proof of age, domicile certificate, caste certificate, etc.
Final Selection: After successful document verification, a final selection list will be published.
Any specific criteria or additional rounds (like interviews or written exams) will be clearly mentioned in the detailed official notification when released.
The applications are tentatively expected to begin on January 01, 2026. Please refer to the official notification for exact dates.
The last date to apply online and submit the application fee is tentatively January 31, 2026.
The application fee is ₹ 100/- +18% GST for all categories, including General, OBC, EWS, SC, and ST candidates.
For Anganwadi Worker, candidates need to be 12th Pass. For Anganwadi Helper, candidates need to be 8th Pass. Local residency is also a key requirement. Specific details will be in the official notification.
The minimum age limit is 18 years and the maximum age limit is 45 years as on January 01, 2026. Age relaxation will be provided as per MP Government rules.
The selection process typically involves application scrutiny, preparation of a merit list based on educational qualifications, followed by document verification. A medical examination may also be part of the process.
The official notification will be available on the official website of the Madhya Pradesh Women and Child Development Department, wcd.mp.gov.in, and a direct link will be provided in the “Important Links” section of this article once released.
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