Vacancies: 242 · Gender: Female Only · Posts: 1 designation · Type: State Govt Department · status not stated · Mode: Online · Fee: Nil · Apply: By 26 November 2026 · Remuneration: Not specified in the notification · Selection: Merit on educational qualification + local preference · Location: Ballia, UP
The Office of the District Programme Officer, ICDS, Ballia has released the Ballia Anganwadi Worker Notice 2026 (PDF) for 242 Anganwadi Worker posts across 18 Child Development Projects in Ballia district. Selection follows the Government Order dated 17 September 2025, with merit based on the highest educational qualification up to the postgraduate level and a strict local residence preference.
ICDS Ballia Anganwadi Worker Bharti 2026 covers 242 posts in Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. Applications are open only to women who are residents of the same Gram Sabha or urban ward as the vacant Anganwadi centre. The notice is dated around 4 November 2026, following District Magistrate approval on 3 November 2026.
Eligible women fill the ICDS Ballia Anganwadi Worker online form 2026 at upanganwadibharti.in by 26 November 2026 (midnight 12:00). Offline applications are not accepted.
⚠️ Application Alerts: check these before you submit the form.
- Only women who are residents of the same Gram Sabha (rural) or ward (urban) where the vacant centre is located may apply; others are ineligible.
- First preference goes to widowed, legally divorced or abandoned women from BPL families of that Gram Sabha/ward, then other local BPL women, before category-wise selection from the Nyay Panchayat.
- Two women from the same family cannot be appointed at one Anganwadi centre.
- 🎯 Local Gram Sabha/ward women from BPL families (especially widows, divorced or abandoned) receive priority under the 17 September 2025 Government Order.
📋 Official Source Chain: where the facts in this article were confirmed.
- Official notice: Advertisement No. C-2350/जि0का0अधि0/आ0बा0 सहा0/विज्ञप्ति/2025-26, dated 4 November 2026 — Ballia Anganwadi Worker Notice 2026 (PDF)
- Official application route: Online only at upanganwadibharti.in; upload self-attested documents; no offline form accepted.
- Official updates page: District Ballia recruitment notices
- Last checked: 09 November 2026, 04:12 PM IST
On this page
Who Should Apply? (Quick Eligibility Check)
Intermediate (Class 12) or equivalent (women, local Gram Sabha/ward resident, age 18–35 as on 1 July 2026) → Anganwadi Worker 242 posts
Higher qualifications up to postgraduate are considered for merit ranking. Preference order: BPL widow/divorced/abandoned local women first, then other local BPL women, then category-wise from the concerned Nyay Panchayat if no local eligible candidate is available.
Hard disqualifiers: non-local candidates, men, age outside 18–35 on 1 July 2026, or qualification below Intermediate.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 4 November 2026 |
| Application Start | Not separately stated |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 November 2026 (midnight 12:00) |
| Age reckoning date | 1 July 2026 |
Quick Overview – ICDS Ballia Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026
- Organisation: Office of the District Programme Officer, ICDS, Ballia (ICDS Ballia)
- Sector: Social Welfare & Community
- Recruitment / Exam Name: Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026
- Notification / Advertisement No.: C-2350/जि0का0अधि0/आ0बा0 सहा0/विज्ञप्ति/2025-26
- Post(s): Anganwadi Worker (आंगनबाड़ी कार्यकर्ता)
- Total Vacancies: 242 (1 designation)
- Job Location: Anganwadi centres under 18 Child Development Projects in Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh
- Job Type / Nature: State Govt Department · status not stated
- Remuneration: Not specified in the notification
- Apply By 26 November 2026
- Apply Online: ICDS Ballia Anganwadi Worker online form 2026 (open until 26 November 2026)
- Notification PDF: Ballia Anganwadi Worker Notice 2026 (PDF)
- Official Portal: upanganwadibharti.in
What Posts Are Available? – ICDS Ballia Anganwadi Worker Vacancy 2026
The 242 posts are spread across 18 Child Development Projects in Ballia. Nagra (39) and Siyar (31) hold the largest shares; several projects have single-digit vacancies. All are for Anganwadi Worker.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit (UR) | Remuneration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anganwadi Worker | 242 | 18–35 (as on 1 July 2026) | Not specified |
Category-wise Vacancies
| Project / Post | UR | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bairia | 6 | 6 | 7 | 1 | 20 |
| Bansdih | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| Belhari | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 8 |
| Beruarbari | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| City | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Chilkahar | 12 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 21 |
| Dubhad | 4 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 11 |
| Garwar | 7 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 11 |
| Hanumanganj | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 9 |
| Maniar | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Murlichhapra | 6 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 11 |
| Nagra | 19 | 10 | 10 | 0 | 39 |
| Navanagar | 6 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 10 |
| Pandah | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 8 |
| Rasra | 11 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 22 |
| Reoti | 4 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 11 |
| Siyar | 13 | 9 | 8 | 1 | 31 |
| Sohav | 3 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 10 |
| Total | 113 | 58 | 66 | 5 | 242 |
Who Is Eligible for ICDS Ballia Anganwadi Worker 2026? – Education, Age & Domicile
Nationality, Domicile & Basic Requirements
- Nationality: Not stated in the notice.
- Domicile / local condition: Must be a resident of the same Gram Sabha (rural areas) or ward (urban areas) where the vacant Anganwadi centre is located. Non-local candidates are not eligible.
- Gender: Female only.
Educational Qualification
- Anganwadi Worker: Intermediate (Class 12) or equivalent examination from a recognised board. Higher qualifications up to postgraduate level are considered while preparing the merit list.
- Qualification must be held by: Not stated separately; age and related conditions are reckoned as on 1 July 2026.
What Is the Age Limit? (as on 1 July 2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| All applicants | 18 | 35 | — |
Examples:
- ✅ A 34-year-old woman candidate born on 1 January 1992 — eligible (as on 1 July 2026).
- ❌ A 36-year-old woman candidate born on 1 January 1990 — not eligible (one full year over the limit).
Use our Age Eligibility Calculator to check instantly.
Reservation & PwBD Suitability
- Reservation: Category-wise seats as printed (UR 113, OBC 58, SC 66, ST 5). Preference hierarchy under Government Order dated 17 September 2025: first local BPL widow / legally divorced/abandoned women, then other local BPL women, then category-wise selection from the concerned Nyay Panchayat if no eligible local candidate is available.
- PwBD: Not separately specified in the pages read.
What Is the Anganwadi Worker Remuneration? – Not Specified in the Notification
The notice does not print the honorarium, pay or benefits. Selected candidates will receive the honorarium fixed by the Uttar Pradesh government for Anganwadi Workers. Confirm the current rate from the official portal or appointment communication.
What Is the Application Fee?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
How to Apply for ICDS Ballia Anganwadi Worker 2026?
The ICDS Ballia Anganwadi Worker online form 2026 is filled at upanganwadibharti.in by 26 November 2026 (midnight 12:00).
- Open the ICDS Ballia Anganwadi Worker online form 2026 (open until 26 November 2026).
- Select Ballia district, the Child Development Project and the vacant Anganwadi centre.
- Fill in personal, educational and residence details carefully.
- Upload self-attested, clean and legible copies of the required documents.
- Review and submit the form before the deadline. Save or print the submitted application.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying for a centre outside your Gram Sabha or ward.
- Uploading unclear or non-self-attested certificates.
- Entering educational details that do not match the uploaded marksheets.
- Missing the midnight deadline on 26 November 2026.
- Applying when two women from the same family would be selected for one centre.
What Can Get Your Application Rejected?
| Rule | What the notice says | Clause |
|---|---|---|
| Non-local applicant | Must be a resident of the same Gram Sabha/ward | Eligibility |
| Age outside limit | 18–35 years as on 1 July 2026 | Age clause |
| Qualification below Intermediate | Minimum Intermediate or equivalent | Educational Qualification |
| Two women from one family | Will not be appointed at one centre | Preference/family rule |
| Late or incomplete application | Offline forms not accepted after 26 November 2026 midnight | Application process |
| Incorrect or forged documents | Educational and residence details must be accurate | General conditions |
ICDS Ballia आंगनबाड़ी कार्यकर्ता भर्ती 2026 – 242 पद
जिला कार्यक्रम अधिकारी, आईसीडीएस, बलिया ने बलिया जिले की 18 बाल विकास परियोजनाओं में 242 आंगनबाड़ी कार्यकर्ता पदों के लिए ऑनलाइन आवेदन आमंत्रित किए हैं। अंतिम तिथि 26 नवंबर 2026 (रात 12:00 बजे) है। केवल उसी ग्राम सभा या वार्ड की निवासी महिलाएं आवेदन कर सकती हैं जहां आंगनबाड़ी केंद्र रिक्त है।
अंतिम तिथि कब है?
26 नवंबर 2026, रात 12:00 बजे तक upanganwadibharti.in पर ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें।
कौन आवेदन कर सकता है?
केवल महिलाएं, आयु 18 से 35 वर्ष (1 जुलाई 2026 को), न्यूनतम इंटरमीडिएट (12वीं) पास, और उसी ग्राम सभा/वार्ड की निवासी। बीपीएल परिवार की विधवा, तलाकशुदा या परित्यक्ता महिलाओं को प्राथमिकता।
आवेदन कैसे करें?
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वेतन और चयन कैसे होगा?
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अधिक जानकारी के लिए upanganwadibharti.in देखें।
How Are Candidates Selected?
- Online application scrutiny for eligibility (local residence, age, Intermediate qualification, documents).
- Merit list prepared on the basis of the highest educational qualification (up to postgraduate level).
- Preference order applied: local BPL widow/divorced/abandoned women first, then other local BPL women, then category-wise from the concerned Nyay Panchayat if needed.
- Final selection and appointment after document verification.
No written examination or interview stage is mentioned in this notice. The shortlisting is purely merit-based on educational qualifications with the printed local preference hierarchy.
The SahisarkariJobs.in Analyst's Take – Is This Recruitment for You?
With 242 seats and selection solely on educational merit plus a strict local Gram Sabha/ward filter, local Intermediate-pass women from BPL families (especially widows or divorced) have a clear, structured path. A candidate competing only within her own centre’s category faces far fewer rivals than in a district-wide exam. The preference hierarchy means non-local or non-BPL women are effectively filtered out early. No examination means the highest marks in Intermediate or higher decide ranking once local status is confirmed.
Best fit: Local Intermediate-pass women (ideally BPL widow/divorced/abandoned) resident in the exact Gram Sabha or ward of a vacant centre.
Skip if you live outside the Gram Sabha/ward of the centre you want, or if you are not a woman.
Practical tip: Verify your Gram Sabha/ward name against the centre list on the portal before filling the form, because a wrong centre selection ends the application.
What Documents Are Required?
At Application
- High School marksheet and certificate (for date of birth)
- Intermediate marksheet and certificate
- Higher qualification marksheets (if claiming for merit)
- Residence certificate (digitally signed, online-verifiable)
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Income / BPL certificate (if claiming preference)
- Widow/divorce/abandonment proof (if applicable)
- Other documents listed on the online form
⚠️ Document Alert Specific to This Recruitment
- Residence and caste certificates must be online-issued with a digital signature and verifiable.
- Income certificate should be within the validity window mentioned for the application date.
What Are the Service Conditions?
- The notice does not print probation, bond, transfer liability or pension details.
- Engagement is as an Anganwadi Worker under the ICDS scheme of the Uttar Pradesh government (status not stated as regular cadre).
What Happens After Selection?
- Document verification of uploaded certificates.
- Final merit and preference ranking confirmed.
- Appointment order issued for the selected centre.
- Joining and commencement of duties as Anganwadi Worker.
✅ Confirmed: merit + local preference decides selection. ❓ Not specified: exact joining timeline or training.
General Instructions & Important Rules
- Read the Government Order dated 17 September 2025 before applying.
- Only one woman from a family may be appointed at one Anganwadi centre.
- Incorrect or forged educational details lead to cancellation.
- The organisation reserves the right to change vacancies or cancel the process.
Contact & Helpline
The 4 November 2026 advertisement does not print a recruitment helpline or email. Check upanganwadibharti.in or the District Ballia notices page for updates.
⚠️ Contact details are from the official notification/website. Verify before contacting. Never pay money to anyone offering job assistance. Report fraud at cybercrime.gov.in.
Important Links – ICDS Ballia Anganwadi Worker Notification 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | ICDS Ballia Anganwadi Worker online form 2026 (open until 26 November 2026) |
| Notification PDF | Ballia Anganwadi Worker Notice 2026 (PDF) |
| Official Recruitment Page | upanganwadibharti.in |
| District Ballia Notices | ballia.nic.in notices |
FAQs – ICDS Ballia Anganwadi Worker 2026
What is the last date to apply for ICDS Ballia Anganwadi Worker 2026?
26 November 2026 (midnight 12:00). No extension has been announced as of 9 November 2026.
What is the age limit for ICDS Ballia Anganwadi Worker?
18 to 35 years as of 1 July 2026. Age is calculated as of 1 July 2026.
Is there an exam for ICDS Ballia Anganwadi Worker, or is it interview-based?
No written exam or interview is mentioned. Selection is based on educational merit (up to postgraduate) with local Gram Sabha/ward preference.
What is the Anganwadi Worker remuneration in ICDS Ballia 2026?
Not specified in the notification. The honorarium will follow Uttar Pradesh government norms for Anganwadi Workers.
Can final-year students apply for this recruitment?
The notice requires Intermediate or equivalent to be held. A candidate still in the final year of Intermediate is not eligible unless the qualification is already completed by the reckoning rules.
Can candidates from outside Uttar Pradesh apply?
No. Only women resident in the same Gram Sabha or ward (within Ballia district) as the vacant centre may apply.
Where will selected candidates be posted?
At the specific Anganwadi centre under the Child Development Project for which they applied and were selected, in Ballia district.
What is the official website for ICDS Ballia recruitment?
Is this open only to women?
Yes — only female candidates are eligible.
Before You Apply: Quick Self-Check
- You meet the age condition as of 1 July 2026 and hold an Intermediate or higher qualification.
- You meet the key condition for this recruitment: you are a woman resident of the same Gram Sabha/ward as the centre.
- You can produce every document and certificate the notice requires.
- You are ready for the selection stage that applies to your post: educational merit + local preference ranking.
- You accept the posting terms: at the selected Anganwadi centre in Ballia.
📄 Primary source: Advertisement No. C-2350/जि0का0अधि0/आ0बा0 सहा0/विज्ञप्ति/2025-26, Office of the District Programme Officer, ICDS, Ballia, dated 4 November 2026 (linked under Important Links). The recruitment facts above come from that notice; tips and estimates are labelled where they appear.
