UP Anganwadi Bharti Recruitment 2026: July Update – 2500+ Vacancies Announced
Great news for female candidates in Uttar Pradesh looking for government jobs! The Women and Child Development Department (WCD) of Uttar Pradesh has released notifications for the UP Anganwadi Bharti 2026. Over 2,500 vacancies for the post of Anganwadi Worker have been announced across multiple districts with application deadlines extending throughout July 2026
If you are a 12th-pass female candidate, this is a prime opportunity to secure a job without going through a written examination. Below is the complete guide with the latest district-wise vacancy details, eligibility criteria, and application links.
Recruitment Overview
| Authority | Women and Child Development Department, Uttar Pradesh (WCD) |
| Post Name | Anganwadi Worker |
| Location | Uttar Pradesh (District Wise) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | No fee (Free for all candidates) |
| Official Website | upanganwadibharti.in |
July 2026: District-Wise Vacancies & Last Dates
The application process is entirely online, and the last date to apply varies by district. Here is the latest list of districts with active application windows in July 2026:
- Varanasi: 187 Vacancies | Last Date: 31 July 2026
- Pratapgarh: 250 Vacancies | Last Date: 28 July 2026
- Bhadohi: 108 Vacancies | Last Date: 25 July 2026
- Moradabad: 207 Vacancies | Last Date: 23 July 2026
- Agra: 386 Vacancies | Last Date: 20 July 2026
- Aligarh: 237 Vacancies | Last Date: 20 July 2026
- Farrukhabad: 292 Vacancies | Last Date: 20 July 2026
- Meerut: 180 Vacancies | Last Date: 17 July 2026
- Baghpat: 261 Vacancies | Last Date: 16 July 2026
- Kannauj: 125 Vacancies | Last Date: 16 July 2026
- Bijnor: 260 Vacancies | Last Date: 15 July 2026
- Kanpur Nagar: 259 Vacancies | Last Date: 15 July 2026
- Lalitpur: 75 Vacancies | Last Date: 9 July 2026
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed a minimum of the Class 12th (Intermediate) Exam or its equivalent.
- A candidate's maximum qualification, up to post-graduation, will be considered for preparing the merit list.
2. Gender Requirements
- Only female candidates are eligible to apply for these posts. Male candidates cannot apply.
3. Residency Requirements
- The applicant must be a permanent resident of the local area (village/ward) where the Anganwadi center is located. Applications from residents of other wards or villages will not be accepted.
4. Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years.
- Maximum Age: 35 years.
- Age will be calculated based on the date of birth listed on the candidate's 10th-grade mark sheet or certificate.
Selection Process
One of the most attractive features of this recruitment is that there is no written exam or interview.
- Selection will be based strictly on a Merit List.
- The merit list will be prepared based on the candidate's educational qualifications.
- Preference will be given to candidates living below the poverty line, widows, and legally divorced/abandoned women.
How to Apply Online
Eligible and interested candidates can apply by following these steps:
- Visit the Official Portal: Go to the UP Anganwadi official website at upanganwadibharti.in.
- Registration: If you are a new user, click on "New Applicant Registration" to create your account.
- Fill Details: Fill in all required details, including educational qualifications (10th, 12th, graduation, etc.), age, address, permanent residence, income, and caste.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your latest passport-size photograph, signature, educational certificates, residence certificate, and caste/income certificate (if applicable) in the prescribed format.
- Submit and Print: Verify all information carefully, submit the form, and save a printout for your records. Any incorrect information could lead to the rejection of the form.