The Women and Child Development Department (WCD), Government of Gujarat has announced the Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 for 6,843 Anganwadi Worker and Anganwadi Helper honorary positions across the state. According to the published information, the recruitment includes 3,043 Anganwadi Worker and 3,800 Anganwadi Helper vacancies at individual Anganwadi centres under the ICDS programme.
The online application window for Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 runs from 21 September to 14 October 2026 through the Gujarat e-HRMS portal (e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in). Only eligible local women who satisfy the prescribed residence condition for their chosen Anganwadi centre can apply, and selection is based on merit — there is no written examination and no application fee. Candidates should verify the district-wise details in the official advertisements before applying.
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Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Conducting Department | Women and Child Development Department, Government of Gujarat |
| Recruitment | Gujarat Anganwadi Bharti 2026 (ICDS) |
| Posts | Anganwadi Worker (AWW) and Anganwadi Helper (AWH / Tedagar) |
| Total Vacancies | 6,843 (3,043 Worker + 3,800 Helper) |
| Nature of Post | Honorary engagement (not regular pay-matrix posts) |
| Eligible Applicants | Women meeting the prescribed local residence conditions |
| Qualification | Class 10 / Class 12 / specified diploma, depending on post |
| Age Limit | 18–33 years; up to 43 years for specified serving Anganwadi Helpers |
| Application Mode | Online, through e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in |
| Application Start | 21 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 October 2026, up to 12:00 midnight |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Selection | Merit-based (no written examination) |
| Monthly Honorarium | ₹10,000 (Worker), ₹5,500 (Helper) |
| Job Location | Respective Anganwadi centres across Gujarat |
Readers tracking Anganwadi recruitments in other states may also check our article on the UP Anganwadi Bharti 2026: Worker & Helper Recruitment, which is being filled on a rolling, district-wise basis in Uttar Pradesh.
Gujarat Anganwadi Important Dates 2026
| Notification / Advertisements Released | 21 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 21 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 October 2026, up to 12:00 midnight |
| Age Cut-off | 14 October 2026 (as per the applicable closing-date conditions) |
| Centre-wise Merit List | To be published on e-HRMS after scrutiny |
| Document Verification | After the merit list, as called by the ICDS project |
Gujarat Anganwadi Vacancy 2026 – 6,843 Posts
According to the published information, the 6,843 vacancies are split between the two posts. The Helper post accounts for the larger share with 3,800 positions.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Monthly Honorarium |
|---|---|---|
| Anganwadi Worker (AWW) | 3,043 | ₹10,000 |
| Anganwadi Helper (AWH / Tedagar) | 3,800 | ₹5,500 |
| Total | 3,043 | – |
District-wise Vacancy Highlights
Vacancies sit at individual Anganwadi centres under rural district panchayat projects and urban ICDS projects. The districts and urban units with the largest published counts are listed below — candidates must still select the exact centre on e-HRMS and verify the figures against the official district advertisements.
| District / Urban Unit | Worker | Helper |
|---|---|---|
| Kutch | 200 | 255 |
| Ahmedabad Urban | 145 | 223 |
| Mahesana | 133 | 151 |
| Anand | 128 | 104 |
| Bhavnagar | 112 | 123 |
| Amreli | 104 | 143 |
| Dahod | 100 | 104 |
| Patan | 82 | 143 |
| Surat Urban | 60 | 117 |
| Valsad | 95 | 122 |
The full district-wise list covers all 33 districts and municipal corporations of Gujarat, including smaller pockets such as Dangs (16 Worker + 14 Helper). Because the district figures are published at the project level, candidates should reconcile them with the official advertisement for their own district or urban unit before relying on them.
Gujarat Anganwadi Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification
| Post | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|
| Anganwadi Worker | Class 12 (HSC) pass from a recognised board; or Class 10 (SSC) pass with a 2-year AICTE-recognised diploma |
| Anganwadi Helper (Tedagar) | Class 10 (SSC) pass from a recognised board |
- Class 10 alone does not meet the stated Worker qualification — Worker applicants need Class 12, or Class 10 along with the specified two-year diploma.
- Higher qualifications (graduation or above) do not disqualify an applicant; merit is computed according to the published academic norms.
- Candidates who passed examinations in multiple attempts must provide the required original marksheets as instructed.
Local Residence Requirement
The local residence condition is the core eligibility requirement. Applicants must satisfy it for the selected Anganwadi centre — residence elsewhere in Gujarat does not automatically establish eligibility for every centre.
- Only women candidates are eligible to apply.
- For rural centres, the applicant must belong to the prescribed revenue village where the Anganwadi centre is situated.
- For urban centres, the applicant must be a resident of the prescribed municipal ward.
- A Mamlatdar-issued local residence certificate (issued within the permitted window before the application) is mandatory.
- The applicant must meet the prescribed minimum one-year local residence requirement.
Gujarat Anganwadi Age Limit 2026
| Candidate Category | Age Requirement |
|---|---|
| Anganwadi Worker and Helper (general applicants) | 18 to 33 years |
| Serving Anganwadi Helper applying for the Worker post | Maximum 43 years, under the applicable provisions |
Age and eligibility requirements are assessed according to the applicable closing-date conditions. Verify the exact cut-off rules in the official advertisement for your district.
Gujarat Anganwadi Application Fee 2026
No application fee is charged for Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026. Candidates should not pay any fee to any person or website claiming otherwise — applications are submitted only through the official e-HRMS portal.
Gujarat Anganwadi Selection Process 2026
- Centre-wise merit list. Selection is based on the prescribed merit criteria, principally educational qualification and marks. Merit lists are prepared according to the relevant Anganwadi-centre and recruitment rules and published on e-HRMS after scrutiny.
- Document verification. Shortlisted candidates are called for verification of marksheets, certificates and residence proof by the ICDS project.
- Serving-helper preference. Serving Anganwadi Helpers applying for Worker positions may receive preference under the applicable provisions.
There is no written examination and no interview in the published selection process — merit-based evaluation followed by document verification governs the recruitment.
Gujarat Anganwadi Salary (Honorarium) 2026
- Anganwadi Worker: ₹10,000 per month (honorarium).
- Anganwadi Helper (Tedagar): ₹5,500 per month (honorarium).
- Additional performance incentives under Poshan 2.0, applicable insurance coverages and maternal leave provisions may apply as per state notifications.
These are honorary positions under the ICDS programme and should not be described as regular government employee pay-matrix posts.
How to Apply for Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026
- Visit the Gujarat e-HRMS portal — e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in.
- Open the relevant Women and Child Development Department advertisement for the 2026 Anganwadi Worker or Helper recruitment in your district or urban area.
- Read the common application instructions and the district-specific conditions carefully.
- Select the appropriate post and the exact Anganwadi centre for which you satisfy the prescribed residence conditions.
- Enter the required personal, educational and residence details.
- Upload the applicable supporting documents in readable, valid formats.
- Verify the entered information against your original certificates.
- Submit the application before 14 October 2026 (up to 12:00 midnight) and save the submitted application information for reference.
Important: Apply only for a locality and Anganwadi centre for which you satisfy the prescribed residence conditions. Incorrect or incomplete information may affect application acceptance.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Date-of-birth proof
- Class 10 marksheet and certificate
- Class 12 marksheet and certificate, where applicable
- Recognised diploma certificates and marksheets, where applicable
- Mamlatdar-issued local residence certificate (within the permitted issue window)
- 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
Important Links for Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026
- Apply Online — e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in (Gujarat e-HRMS advertisement portal)
- District-wise Advertisements — available on the e-HRMS portal
- Common Applicant Instructions — available on the e-HRMS portal
- WCD Gujarat Official Website — wcd.gujarat.gov.in
Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 FAQs
How many vacancies are in Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026?
A total of 6,843 honorary vacancies — 3,043 Anganwadi Worker and 3,800 Anganwadi Helper posts across Anganwadi centres in Gujarat.
What is the last date to apply for Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application is 14 October 2026, up to 12:00 midnight, through the Gujarat e-HRMS portal at e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in.
Who can apply for Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026?
Women candidates who satisfy the prescribed local residence condition for their selected Anganwadi centre — the revenue village for rural centres or the municipal ward for urban centres.
What is the qualification for Gujarat Anganwadi Worker and Helper posts?
Anganwadi Worker requires Class 12 pass, or Class 10 pass with a 2-year AICTE-recognised diploma. Anganwadi Helper requires Class 10 pass.
What is the age limit for Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026?
18 to 33 years for general applicants. Serving Anganwadi Helpers applying for the Worker post can have a maximum age of 43 years under the applicable provisions.
Is there any application fee for Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026?
No. No application fee is charged. Applications are submitted only through the official e-HRMS portal.
What is the selection process for Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026?
Selection is merit-based — centre-wise merit lists prepared on educational qualifications and marks, followed by document verification. There is no written examination.
What is the honorarium for Gujarat Anganwadi Worker and Helper?
Selected Anganwadi Workers receive Rs. 10,000 per month and Anganwadi Helpers receive Rs. 5,500 per month as honorarium. These are honorary ICDS positions, not regular pay-matrix posts.
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