The Women & Child Development Department, Odisha (WCD Odisha) has issued a notification for the Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026. This recruitment drive is for the appointment of 1 Anganwadi Worker post under the Odisha Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS). Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official Odisha Anganwadi engagement portal.
Recruitment Overview
Organisation: Women & Child Development Department, Odisha
Post: Anganwadi Worker
Total Vacancies: 1
Application Mode: Online
Official Website: engagement-awc.odisha.gov.in
Last Date to Apply: 11 March 2026
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this position, candidates must meet the following requirements:
Educational Qualification: Must have passed 12th standard (Higher Secondary) from a recognised board.
Residency: Must be a local resident of the specific Anganwadi Centre’s service area.
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 35 years
Age relaxation may be applied as per government rules.
Honorarium
Selected candidates will receive a monthly honorarium of approximately ₹10,000 as per current government norms for Anganwadi Workers.
Selection Process
The selection is based on a merit list prepared from the percentage of marks obtained in the 12th class examination. Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification to confirm eligibility.
How to Apply
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria must submit their application online through the official WCD Odisha engagement portal before 11 March 2026. Applicants should:
Visit the official portal (engagement-awc.odisha.gov.in).
Register and fill in personal, educational, and contact details correctly.
Upload the required documents (photo, signature, mark sheets, certificates).
Review all information carefully before submitting the form.
Save or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.