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Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026: 6843 Worker & Helper Posts, Apply at e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in
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| Name of post | Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026: 6843 Worker & Helper Posts, Apply at e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Women and Child Development Department Gujarat |
| Job location | Gujarat |
| Total vacancies | 6,843 posts |
| Last date to apply | 14 October 2026 |
| Selection process | Selection is based on the prescribed merit criteria, including educational qualification and marks. Merit lists are prepared according to the relevant Anganwadi-centre and recruitment rules. → Serving Anganwadi Helpers applying for Worker positions may receive preference under the applicable provisions. The available recruitment information describes merit-based selection rather than a separate written examination. → Selection will be based on a merit list prepared according to the prescribed recruitment rules, considering educational qualifications and marks. |
| Posted on | 21 Sept 2026 |
| Last updated | 10 Oct 2026 |
Official source: The official notification was opened, but it does not state these facts in a form we can compare automatically. Official notification (e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in)
Important Dates
- Application Start Date21 September 2026
- Last date to apply14 October 2026
Age Limit
- Age and eligibility requirements are assessed according to the applicable closing-date conditions.
- Candidate Category : Age Requirement
- Anganwadi Worker and Helper : 18–33 years
- Serving Anganwadi Helper applying for Worker : Maximum 43 years under applicable provisions
- The age limit for Anganwadi Worker and Helper applicants is 18 to 33 years. Serving Anganwadi Helpers applying for Worker posts can have a maximum age limit of 43 years as per applicable rules.
Total Post
6,843 Posts
Vacancy Details
| Post name | No. of posts |
|---|---|
| Anganwadi Worker | 3,043 |
| Anganwadi Helper | 3,800 |
| Total | 6,843 |
Vacancy Details
- A total of 6,843 vacancies are listed for Anganwadi Worker and Anganwadi Helper honorary positions across Gujarat.
District-wise Anganwadi Worker and Helper Vacancies
| District / Urban Unit | Worker | Helper |
|---|---|---|
| Mahisagar | 45 | 37 |
| Dangs | 16 | 14 |
| Surat Urban | 60 | 117 |
| Patan | 82 | 143 |
| Bhavnagar | 112 | 123 |
| Vadodara | 74 | 90 |
| Vadodara Urban | 38 | 42 |
| Jamnagar Urban | 37 | 41 |
| Karamsad Anand Urban | 14 | 16 |
| Dahod | 100 | 104 |
| Anand | 128 | 104 |
| Narmada | 36 | 46 |
| Junagadh Urban | 21 | 29 |
| Navsari Urban | 9 | 12 |
| Panchmahals | 52 | 82 |
| Bharuch | 47 | 65 |
| Gandhinagar | 57 | 72 |
| Gandhidham Urban (Kutch) | 9 | 23 |
| Botad | 30 | 33 |
| Aravalli | 60 | 55 |
| Kutch | 200 | 255 |
| Junagadh | 85 | 82 |
| Ahmedabad | 92 | 114 |
| Mehsana Urban | 8 | 9 |
| Porbandar | 29 | 40 |
| Gir Somnath | 56 | 83 |
| Surat | 80 | 101 |
| Bhavnagar Urban | 30 | 41 |
| Rajkot Urban | 38 | 44 |
| Navsari | 84 | 76 |
| Tapi | 46 | 51 |
| Valsad | 95 | 122 |
| Porbandar Urban | 15 | 14 |
| Chhota Udepur | 41 | 66 |
| Vav-Tharad | 45 | 82 |
| Jamnagar | 69 | 110 |
| Sabarkantha | 87 | 100 |
| Morbi Urban | 6 | 9 |
| Morbi | 70 | 92 |
| Surendranagar Urban | 20 | 25 |
| Nadiad Urban | 9 | 6 |
| Rajkot | 90 | 101 |
| Kheda | 101 | 98 |
| Vapi Urban | 16 | 11 |
| Banaskantha | 95 | 135 |
| Surendranagar | 85 | 93 |
| Amreli | 104 | 143 |
| Mahesana | 133 | 151 |
| Ahmedabad Urban | 145 | 223 |
| Devbhumi Dwarka | 42 | 75 |
| Total (published figures) | 3,043 | 3,800 |
- Note: The district-wise figures above are reproduced from the available article data. Their individual totals must be reconciled against the official district advertisements before publication.
Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- Eligible applicants must be Indian women who meet the prescribed educational qualification, age and local residence requirements for the chosen Anganwadi centre.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|
| Anganwadi Worker | Class 12 pass, or Class 10 pass with an AICTE-recognised diploma course of at least two years |
| Anganwadi Helper | Class 10 pass |
Local Residence Requirement
- The applicant must meet the prescribed minimum one-year local residence requirement.
- For rural Anganwadi centres, the relevant revenue village condition applies.
- For urban centres, the relevant municipal or municipal-corporation election ward condition applies.
- A prescribed residence certificate from the concerned Mamlatdar is required.
- The certificate must comply with the relevant issue-date requirements.
- Applicants must meet the local residence condition for their selected Anganwadi centre. Residence anywhere in Gujarat does not automatically establish eligibility for every centre.
Honorarium
| Post | Monthly Honorarium |
|---|---|
| Anganwadi Worker | ₹10,000 |
| Anganwadi Helper | ₹5,500 |
- The advertised monthly honorarium depends on the selected honorary Anganwadi position.
- These are honorary positions under the ICDS programme and should not be described as regular government employee pay-matrix posts.
What Matters for the Merit List?
- Candidates must enter correct educational marks and provide supporting certificates. Where grades or scores are used instead of percentage marks, the prescribed conversion documentation is required.
- Candidates who passed an examination through multiple attempts must provide the relevant original marksheets as instructed.
Documents Required
- Date-of-birth proof.
- Class 10 marksheet and certificate.
- Class 12 marksheet and certificate, where applicable.
- Recognised diploma certificates and marksheets, where applicable.
- Prescribed local residence certificate.
- Caste or reservation certificate, where applicable.
- Widow certificate, where applicable.
- Official grade-to-marks conversion certificate, if required.
- Marksheets for all applicable examination attempts.
- Prescribed self-declaration.
- Identity proof.
- Applicants should prepare the applicable supporting documents for their online application.
Important Application Instructions
- The recruitment is intended for eligible local women applicants.
- All applicable eligibility requirements must be satisfied within the prescribed time.
- Incorrect or incomplete information may affect application acceptance.
- Unreadable or invalid documents may cause problems during verification.
- Grade-based qualifications require the relevant marks-conversion documentation.
- Applicants who passed examinations in multiple attempts must provide the required marksheets.
- The official recruitment rules and district-specific instructions govern selection.
Official Links
| Particulars | Official Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Gujarat e-HRMS Apply Online |
| District-wise Advertisements | View District Advertisements |
| Common Applicant Instructions | View Instructions PDF |
| Official Portal | e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in |
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More Details
- Selection Process
Mode of Selection
- Selection is based on the prescribed merit criteria, including educational qualification and marks. Merit lists are prepared according to the relevant Anganwadi-centre and recruitment rules.
- Serving Anganwadi Helpers applying for Worker positions may receive preference under the applicable provisions. The available recruitment information describes merit-based selection rather than a separate written examination.
- Selection will be based on a merit list prepared according to the prescribed recruitment rules, considering educational qualifications and marks.
How to Apply Online at e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in
- Visit e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in.
- Open the relevant Women and Child Development Department advertisement.
- Select the 2026 Anganwadi Worker or Helper advertisement for your district or urban area.
- Read the common application instructions and district-specific conditions.
- Select the appropriate post and Anganwadi centre.
- Enter the required personal, educational and residence details.
- Upload the applicable supporting documents.
- Verify the entered information against original certificates.
- Submit the application before 14 October 2026.
- Save the submitted application information for reference.
- Eligible candidates must apply through the Gujarat e-HRMS advertisement portal. Districts and urban units are listed separately.
- Important: Candidates should apply only for a locality and Anganwadi centre for which they satisfy the prescribed residence conditions.
Important Links
| Application Portal (e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in) | Click Here e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (Gujarat e-HRMS Apply Online) | Click Here e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in |
| District-wise Advertisements (View District Advertisements) | Click Here e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in |
| Common Applicant Instructions (View Instructions PDF) | Download e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in |
| Official Portal (e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in) | Click Here e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in |
| Particulars | Details |
| Department | Women and Child Development Department, Gujarat |
| Recruitment | Gujarat Anganwadi Bharti 2026 |
| Posts | Anganwadi Worker and Helper |
| Total Vacancies | 6,843 |
| Anganwadi Worker | 3,043 |
| Anganwadi Helper | 3,800 |
| Qualification | 10th / 12th / specified diploma, depending on post |
| Age Limit | 18–33 years; special provision for serving Helpers |
| Eligible Applicants | Women meeting prescribed local residence conditions |
| Monthly Honorarium | ₹5,500–₹10,000, depending on post |
| Selection Process | Merit-based |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 21 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 14 October 2026 |
| Job Location | Respective Anganwadi centres across Gujarat |
| Particulars | Official Link |
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Frequently asked questions
When does the application for Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026: 6843 Worker & Helper Posts, Apply at e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in start?
Application Start Date: 21 September 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026: 6843 Worker & Helper Posts, Apply at e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in?
The last date to apply is 14 October 2026.
How many vacancies are there in Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026: 6843 Worker & Helper Posts, Apply at e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in?
There are 6,843 posts in total.
What is the age limit for Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026: 6843 Worker & Helper Posts, Apply at e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in?
Age and eligibility requirements are assessed according to the applicable closing-date conditions; Candidate Category : Age Requirement; Anganwadi Worker and Helper : 18–33 years; Serving Anganwadi Helper applying for Worker : Maximum 43 years under applicable provisions; The age limit for Anganwadi Worker and Helper applicants is 18 to 33 years. Serving Anganwadi Helpers applying for Worker posts can have a maximum age limit of 43 years as per applicable rules.
What qualification is needed for Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026: 6843 Worker & Helper Posts, Apply at e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in?
Eligible applicants must be Indian women who meet the prescribed educational qualification, age and local residence requirements for the chosen Anganwadi centre. | Anganwadi Worker: Class 12 pass, or Class 10 pass with an AICTE-recognised diploma course of at least two years | Anganwadi Helper: Class 10 pass
What is the selection process for Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026: 6843 Worker & Helper Posts, Apply at e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in?
Selection is based on the prescribed merit criteria, including educational qualification and marks. Merit lists are prepared according to the relevant Anganwadi-centre and recruitment rules, Serving Anganwadi Helpers applying for Worker positions may receive preference under the applicable provisions. The available recruitment information describes merit-based selection rather than a separate written examination, Selection will be based on a merit list prepared according to the prescribed recruitment rules, considering educational qualifications and marks.
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