The Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Anganwadi Workers. This position is a government-supported initiative aimed at improving child health, nutrition, and education at the grassroots level. Candidates passionate about serving society, especially women and children, can apply for this opportunity.
📋 Job Details
- Post Name: Anganwadi Worker
- Organization: ICDS
- Job Type: Government (Contractual/Permanent as per norms)
- Application Mode: Offline/Online (as per notification)
- Age Limit: 21 to 35 years (as of 01-07-2025)
- Pay Scale: As per government norms
- Work Location: Various ICDS centers across the state
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Age: 21 to 35 years
- Education: Minimum 10th Pass (SSC or equivalent)
- Residency: Must be a permanent resident of the state (Nativity certificate required)
- Category Relaxations: Applicable for SC/ST/BC/EWS as per rules
- Special Conditions: Preference for widows, divorced, or destitute women
🛠️ Roles & Responsibilities
- Provide supplementary nutrition to children under 6 years and pregnant/lactating women.
- Conduct pre-school education activities at Anganwadi centers.
- Assist in health check-ups, immunizations, and health awareness programs.
- Maintain records of beneficiaries and submit reports.
- Coordinate with health workers and community leaders.
- Create awareness on child development, hygiene, and nutrition.
⚖️ Selection Process
- Application Scrutiny: Based on eligibility and certificates submitted.
- Merit List: Prepared from educational qualification and reservation rules.
- Document Verification: Final stage before appointment.
🖊️ How to Apply
- Collect the application form from the ICDS Project Office or download it online (if available).
- Fill in details such as name, educational qualifications, age, and category.
- Attach required documents:
- Nativity/Residence Certificate
- Aadhaar Card
- Ration Card
- Voter ID
- Educational Certificates
- Caste/EWS/Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Submit the filled application to the Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) Office before the deadline.
- Keep the acknowledgment receipt safe for reference.
🎁 Benefits
- Fixed monthly honorarium as per ICDS norms.
- Job security and government-recognized service.
- Opportunity to contribute to child development & women empowerment.
- Preference in future government schemes and training programs.
- Respect and recognition within the community.
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❓ FAQs
Q1. What is the minimum qualification for Anganwadi Worker?
Ans: Minimum 10th pass (SSC or equivalent).
Q2. What is the age limit for Anganwadi Worker jobs?
Ans: 21 to 35 years as of 01-07-2025.
Q3. Is prior experience required?
Ans: No, but experience in social service/childcare is an added advantage.
Q4. How are candidates selected?
Ans: Through merit-based shortlisting and document verification.
Q5. Can widows or divorced women apply?
Ans: Yes, they are given preference as per ICDS rules.
Q6. Is the job permanent?
Ans: The appointment is as per government norms (contractual/permanent depending on project rules).