The Women and Child Development Department, Gujarat has announced a recruitment notification for the posts of Anganwadi Worker and Anganwadi Helper. A total of 6843 vacancies are available, and the last date to apply is 14 October 2026.
Women and Child Development Anganwadi Worker and Anganwadi 2026: 6843: Overview
| Organization | Women and Child Development Department, Gujarat |
| Post Name | Anganwadi Worker and Anganwadi Helper |
| Advt No | Not specified |
| Total Vacancies | 6843 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across Gujarat |
| Official Website | hrms.gujarat.gov.in |
Important Dates
The following are the important dates for the application process:
| Online application start date | 21 September 2026 at 12:00 AM |
| Last date for online application | 14 October 2026 up to 12:00 midnight |
Age Limit
The age limit for applicants is as follows:
| Applicant Category | Age Limit |
| Anganwadi Worker and Helper applicants | 18 to 33 years |
| Serving Anganwadi Helper applying for Anganwadi Worker | Maximum 43 years |
Vacancy Details
The vacancies are distributed across various districts in Gujarat as follows:
| District | Anganwadi Workers | Anganwadi Helpers |
| Ocean | 45 | 37 |
| Dang | 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 |
| Panchmahal | 52 | 82 |
| Bharuch | 47 | 65 |
| Gandhinagar | 57 | 72 |
| Gandhidham Urban (Kutch) | 9 | 23 |
| Boat | 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 |
| Ahmdabad Urban | 145 | 223 |
| Devbhumi Dwarka | 42 | 75 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet the following educational qualifications based on the post they are applying for. The minimum qualifications are as follows:
| Post Name | 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 |
Salary and Pay Scale
The selected candidates will receive the following monthly honorarium:
| Post Name | Monthly Honorarium |
| Anganwadi Worker | Rs.10,000 |
| Anganwadi Helper | Rs.5,500 |
Selection Process
Selection will be made through a merit list prepared according to the applicable recruitment rules. The process includes the following stages:
- Preparation of a merit list based on educational qualifications and marks.
- Separate online merit list for each Anganwadi centre.
- Preference may be given to existing Anganwadi Helpers applying for Worker posts.
How to Apply
Candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the Gujarat e-HRMS website at e-hrms.gujarat.gov.in.
- Open the Women and Child Development Department advertisement section.
- Select the Anganwadi Worker and Helper Recruitment 2026 advertisement.
- Read the district notification and common applicant instructions.
- Choose the relevant Anganwadi centre and post.
- Enter the required personal, educational, and residence details.
- Upload clear scanned copies of all applicable certificates.
- Submit the online application before the deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are freshers eligible?
Yes, freshers can apply for the Anganwadi Helper post, while the Anganwadi Worker post requires candidates to meet specific educational qualifications.
What documents are needed at verification?
Candidates should have proof of age, educational certificates, a residence certificate, and any applicable caste or reservation certificates ready for verification.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: महिला और बाल विकास विभाग, गुजरात
- पद: आंगनवाड़ी कार्यकर्ता और आंगनवाड़ी सहायक
- कुल पद: 6843
- योग्यता: कक्षा 10 या कक्षा 12, पद के अनुसार
- आयु सीमा: 18 से 33 वर्ष
- अंतिम तिथि: 14 अक्टूबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें
