Anganwadi Recruitment 2026: District-Wise Hiring Announced in Jammu & Kashmir
The Social Welfare Department, Jammu & Kashmir, under the POSHAN Abhiyaan, has officially announced fresh district-wise recruitment for Sanginis (Anganwadi Workers) and Sahayikas (Anganwadi Helpers) for the year 2026. These recruitments are being conducted under multiple POSHAN Projects across several districts including Budgam, Kulgam, Srinagar, Uri, Arnas, Barnoti, and HS Bugh. The engagement will be on an honorarium basis as per the Human Resource Policy notified by the government. This Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 drive is a major opportunity for eligible female candidates belonging to the respective local areas.
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Overview of Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 in J&K
The recruitment process is being carried out in accordance with Government Order No. 222-JK (SWD) of 2022 dated 30.11.2022 and Government Order No. 103-JK (SWD) of 2023 dated 28.04.2023. Approvals have been granted by the Mission Directorate, POSHAN J&K, for filling vacant posts in various Anganwadi Centres. Only female candidates from the concerned Panchayat Halqas or wards are eligible to apply, ensuring community-level participation and employment
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POSHAN Project Budgam: Anganwadi Vacancy Details
Advertisement has been issued for recruitment of Sanginis (Anganwadi Workers) and Sahayikas (Anganwadi Helpers) in Anganwadi Centres of POSHAN Project Budgam. Reference Orders: Government Order No. 222-JK (SWD) of 2022 dated 30.11.2022
Government Order No. 103-JK (SWD) of 2023 dated 28.04.2023
MD/Poshan/47135-46 dated 24.12.2025
Po-ICDS/Advt/AWW-H/01 dated 29.12.2025 Number of Posts: Sanginis (Anganwadi Workers): 05
Sahayikas (Anganwadi Helpers): 07
Total Vacancies: 12
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POSHAN Project HS Bugh (Kulgam): Recruitment Notification
Approval has been accorded by the Mission Director POSHAN J&K and forwarded by the District Programme Officer POSHAN Projects Kulgam for recruitment in Anganwadi Centres of HS Bugh. Reference Orders: Government Order No. 222-JK (SWD) of 2022 dated 30.11.2022
Government Order No. 103-JK (SWD) of 2023 dated 28.04.2023
MD/Poshan/47205-12 dated 24.12.2025
DPO/POSHAN/KUL/2025-26/555 dated 29.12.2025 Number of Posts: Sanginis (Anganwadi Workers): 13
Sahayikas (Anganwadi Helpers): 21
Total Vacancies: 34
POSHAN Project Kulgam: Anganwadi Worker & Helper Posts
Government approval has been granted for recruitment in POSHAN Project Kulgam under the following references: Government Order No. 103-JK (SWD) of 2023 dated 28.04.2023
Mission Director POSHAN J&K endorsement No. MP/Poshan/47205-12 dated 24.12.2025 Number of Posts: Sanginis (Anganwadi Workers): 04
Sahayikas (Anganwadi Helpers): 17
Total Vacancies: 21
POSHAN Project Uri: Anganwadi Helper Recruitment 2026
Advertisement No. 06 CDPO-URI of 2026 dated 01.01.2026 has been issued for recruitment of Sahayikas (Anganwadi Helpers) only. Key Details: Engagement on honorarium basis
Applications invited from eligible female candidates of the concerned Panch wards
Application forms must reach the office of Child Development Project Officer Uri near Toll Post Lagama within 15 days from the date of publication Number of Posts: Sahayikas (Anganwadi Helpers): 17
POSHAN Project Arnas (Phase-V): District-Wise Anganwadi Recruitment
Advertisement Notice No. 01 of 2026 dated 07.01.2026 has been released for recruitment under Phase-V in Arnas. Reference Orders: Government Order No. 222-JK (SWD) of 2022 dated 30.11.2022
Government Order No. 103-JK (SWD) of 2023 dated 28.04.2023
Mission Directorate POSHAN J&K letter No. MD/Poshan/47262-69 dated 24.12.2025
Clarification issued vide SWD-ICDS/43/2022 dated 14.08.2023 Number of Posts: Sanginis (Anganwadi Workers): 08
Sahayikas (Anganwadi Helpers): 35
Total Vacancies: 43
POSHAN Project Srinagar (5th Phase): Anganwadi Recruitment Details
Recruitment notification has been issued for POSHAN Project Srinagar (5th Phase). Reference Orders: Government Order No. 222-JK (SWD) of 2022 dated 30.11.2022
Government Order No. 103-JK (SWD) of 2023 dated 28.04.2023
MD/Poshan/47286-93 dated 24.12.2025 Number of Posts: Sanginis (Anganwadi Workers): 10
Sahayikas (Anganwadi Helpers): 11
Total Vacancies: 21
POSHAN Project Barnoti: Anganwadi Worker & Helper Posts
Recruitment notification has been issued for Anganwadi Centres of POSHAN Project Barnoti. Reference Orders: Government Order No. 222-JK (SWD) of 2022 dated 30.11.2022
Government Order No. 103-JK (SWD) of 2023 dated 28.04.2023
Mission Directorate POSHAN J&K Letter No. SMD/ICDS/Recruitment/2022-23/21349-72 dated 14.07.2023
Social Welfare Department Letter No. SWD-ICDS/43/2022 dated 14.08.2023
Approval vide letter No. SMD/Poshan/47186-95 dated 24.12.2025 Number of Posts: Sanginis (Anganwadi Workers): 13
Sahayikas (Anganwadi Helpers): 11
Total Vacancies: 24
Total Anganwadi Vacancies Announced So Far
Across all notified POSHAN Projects, a total of 176 posts have been announced including both Sanginis and Sahayikas, making Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 one of the largest female-centric recruitment drives in J&K this year.
Eligibility Criteria for Anganwadi Recruitment 2026
Only female candidates are eligible to apply
Applicants must be permanent residents of the concerned Panchayat Halqa or ward
Educational qualification and age criteria will be as per the Human Resource Policy notified by the Social Welfare Department
Preference may be given to candidates with higher qualifications and relevant experience as per norms
Selection Process
Selection will be purely merit-based
Merit will be prepared on the basis of academic qualification
Document verification will be conducted by the concerned CDPO office
No TA/DA will be provided for verification
How to Apply for Anganwadi Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates must submit their applications on the prescribed proforma
Applications should be accompanied by self-attested copies of all required documents
Forms must be submitted offline to the concerned CDPO office within the stipulated time period
Late or incomplete applications will be rejected without notice
Important Documents Required
Domicile Certificate
Educational Qualification Certificates
Date of Birth Proof
Residence Proof of the concerned Panchayat
Category Certificate (if applicable)
Why Anganwadi Jobs Are Important in J&K
Anganwadi Workers and Helpers play a crucial role in child nutrition, maternal health, and early childhood education. Under POSHAN Abhiyaan, these workers act as the backbone of grassroots health and nutrition delivery, especially in rural and semi-urban areas of Jammu & Kashmir.
District-Wise Anganwadi Recruitment PDF
For complete district-wise details, application forms, and Anganwadi Centre-wise vacancy breakup, candidates can check the official consolidated PDF notification. For Complete Details District Wise: Click here (PDF)
Conclusion
The Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 in Jammu & Kashmir offers a significant opportunity for eligible female candidates to serve their communities while securing a stable honorarium-based engagement. With district-wise notifications already released across multiple POSHAN Projects, interested candidates are advised to apply at the earliest and ensure all eligibility conditions are met. Which district are you planning to apply from, and do you meet the local residency requirement?