UP Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 – 146 Posts, Apply Online

About Muzaffarnagar Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026

The Office of the District Programme Officer, Muzaffarnagar, has officially released the UP Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 notification for 146 Anganwadi Karyakartri (Anganwadi Worker) posts. This recruitment drive aims to fill honorarium-based positions in both urban and rural Bal Vikas Pariyojna areas within the Muzaffarnagar district of Uttar Pradesh. Female candidates who meet the specified eligibility criteria are invited to apply online through the official website, upanganwadibharti.in. The application window for these vacancies is from 13 August 2026 to 2 September 2026.

Muzaffarnagar Anganwadi Karyakartri Vacancy Details

A total of 146 Anganwadi Karyakartri posts are available across nine Child Development Project (Bal Vikas Pariyojna) areas in Muzaffarnagar district. The project-wise distribution of these vacancies is as follows:

Project (Pariyojna)	Total Vacant Posts
Baghra	14
Budhana	19
Charthaval	14
Jansath	23
Khatauli	16
Morna	12
Purqazi	20
Sadar	21
Shahpur	7
Total	146

The official notification specifies that a detailed gram sabha/ward-wise breakdown, along with complete reservation and eligibility information, is displayed at the Collectorate, Vikas Bhavan, Tehsil, and Vikas Khand offices, and is also accessible on the official website. The number of vacancies advertised may be subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria for Anganwadi Karyakartri Posts

To be considered for the Muzaffarnagar Anganwadi Karyakartri Recruitment 2026, candidates must fulfil the following eligibility conditions:

Educational Qualification

The minimum educational requirement for the Anganwadi Karyakartri post is an Intermediate (12th) pass or an equivalent qualification. Candidates possessing higher qualifications, up to postgraduate level, will have their merit calculated based on their highest qualification. Marks or grades from such qualifications will be converted according to the formula approved by the respective board or university for grading and CGPA.

Age Limit

As of 1 July 2026, candidates must be at least 18 years old and not older than 35 years. The date of birth recorded in the High School mark sheet or certificate will be the only accepted proof for age calculation.

Residency Requirement

Applicants must be permanent residents of the specific ward or gram sabha where the Anganwadi Karyakartri post is vacant. If no eligible candidate is found within that ward/gram sabha, then a permanent resident of the concerned Nyaya Panchayat will be considered eligible.

Category-wise Selection Priority

For vacancies within the same gram sabha or urban ward, a specific order of preference is applied among eligible candidates:

1. Widow candidates falling Below Poverty Line (BPL)
2. Divorced or deserted candidates falling Below Poverty Line (BPL)
3. Other candidates falling Below Poverty Line (BPL)
4. Widow candidates falling Above Poverty Line (APL)
5. Divorced or deserted candidates falling Above Poverty Line (APL)
6. Other candidates falling Above Poverty Line (APL)

Proof of status for widow candidates requires a death certificate from the Gram Panchayat Adhikari or Nagar Nikay, along with the family register. For divorced or deserted candidates, a valid legal order from a competent higher court is required. Residence, caste, and income certificates must be online, digitally signed, and verifiable. BPL income limits are determined by specific government orders for rural and urban areas.

Muzaffarnagar Anganwadi Karyakartri Selection Process

The selection for the Anganwadi Karyakartri posts in Muzaffarnagar district is entirely merit-based. A merit list will be prepared solely on the basis of the candidate's educational qualifications. The grading or CGPA conversion formula approved by the respective board or university will be used to standardise scores. There will be no separate written examination or interview for this recruitment. In cases where multiple eligible candidates apply for the same ward/gram sabha, the category-wise priority order (e.g., widow BPL, divorced BPL) as detailed in the eligibility section will be applied to determine selection.

How to Apply for Muzaffarnagar Anganwadi Karyakartri Recruitment 2026

Eligible female candidates must apply online for the Anganwadi Karyakartri posts through the official departmental website, upanganwadibharti.in. The online application portal will be active from 13 August 2026 until 2 September 2026 (midnight, 12:00 a.m.). It is crucial to note that no offline application forms or requests for corrections will be accepted under any circumstances.

Steps to Apply Online:

1. Visit the official website: upanganwadibharti.in.
2. Locate the link for "Muzaffarnagar Anganwadi Karyakartri Recruitment 2026" or similar.
3. Read the detailed notification carefully to understand all eligibility criteria and instructions.
4. Click on the "Apply Online" link and proceed with registration if you are a new user.
5. Fill in all required personal, educational, and residency details accurately in the online application form.
6. Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, such as educational certificates, age proof, residency proof, and caste/income certificates, as per the specified format and size.
7. Review the entire application form for any errors before final submission.
8. Submit the application form within the stipulated deadline.
9. Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.

Candidates are advised that any errors found in the application or any incorrect/forged information or documents submitted will lead to the rejection of their candidature. Detailed forms, complete eligibility conditions, and the ward/gram sabha-wise vacancy list are available on the official website and also on notice boards at the Collectorate, Vikas Bhavan, Tehsil, and Vikas Khand offices. For further assistance, candidates can contact the concerned Child Development Project Office (block level) or the District Programme Officer Office during working hours.