WCD JK Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the Women and Child Development Department, Jammu and Kashmir, inviting applications for 424 vacancies across various districts. The recruitment drive includes positions for Anganwadi Workers (Sanginis) and Anganwadi Helpers (Sahayikas) under different Poshan Projects throughout J&K. Eligible candidates who are domiciles of J&K and residents of the specific electoral ward where the Anganwadi Centre is located can apply offline by downloading the application form from the official website jkicds.com. The application process started from January 1, 2026, with various project-wise deadlines ending between January 15 to January 31, 2026. This is a golden opportunity for candidates who have completed their 8th to 12th standard education and want to serve their community through the ICDS scheme.
WCD JK Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Date Type
Details
Notification Release Date
January 2026
Application Start Date
01-01-2026 (Project-wise)
Last Date For Registration
15-01-2026 to 31-01-2026 (Project-wise)
Last Date For Fee Payment
No application fee required
Admit Card Release Date
Will be announced later (if applicable)
Exam Date
Selection based on merit/interview – No written exam
Application Fee
Category
Fee Amount
General / OBC / EWS
No Fee
SC / ST / PH
No Fee
Payment Mode
Not applicable – Free of cost
Age Limit Details
Age Criteria
Details
Minimum Age
18 years
Maximum Age
35-37 years (varies by project)
Age Relaxation
– SC/ST: 5 years – OBC: 3 years – PwD: 10 years – Ex-Servicemen: As per government norms
WCD JK Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Post Name
Total Posts
Advertisement Numbers
Anganwadi Worker (Sangini)
Approximately 250+ posts
Multiple district-wise notifications
Anganwadi Helper (Sahayika)
Approximately 174+ posts
Multiple district-wise notifications
Total Vacancies
424 Posts (Approx)
Various Poshan Projects across J&K
WCD JK Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Details
Eligibility Criteria
Requirements
For Anganwadi Worker (Sangini)
– Minimum 12th Pass from recognized board – Must be domicile of UT of J&K – Must be resident of electoral ward where AWC is located – Name should be in voter list of the ward
For Anganwadi Helper (Sahayika)
– Minimum Matriculation (10th Pass) – If no matriculate available, 8th standard pass can apply – Must be domicile of UT of J&K – Must be resident of electoral ward where AWC is located
Residence Proof
– Voter list entry for the specific ward – In case of dispute, residence certificate from SDM required
Gender
Female candidates preferred (as per scheme guidelines)
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
Category
Reservation
General
As per UT notification
OBC
As per UT notification
SC
As per UT notification
ST
As per UT notification
EWS
As per UT notification
PwD
As per government norms
Note: Exact category-wise breakup varies project-wise and will be mentioned in individual project notifications
State-Wise Vacancy Details
District/Project
Posts Available
Narbal Budgam
Sanginis & Sahayikas
Boniyar Baramulla
Sahayikas
Narwah Baramulla
Sanginis & Sahayikas
Singhpora Baramulla
Sahayikas
Tangmarg Baramulla
Sanginis & Sahayikas
Nagam Budgam
Sanginis & Sahayikas
Kralpora Kupwara
Sanginis & Sahayikas
Kupwara
Sanginis & Sahayikas
Trehgam Kupwara
Sanginis & Sahayikas
Kunzer Baramulla
Sanginis & Sahayikas
Sopore Baramulla
Sanginis & Sahayikas
Batwara Srinagar
Sanginis & Sahayikas
Khag Budgam
Sanginis & Sahayikas
Khan Sahib Budgam
Sanginis & Sahayikas
Beerwah Budgam
Sanginis & Sahayikas
Chadoora Budgam
Sanginis & Sahayikas
B.K Pora Budgam
Sanginis & Sahayikas
Srinagar (5th Phase)
Sanginis & Sahayikas
Uri Baramulla
Sanginis & Sahayikas
Important Documents Required
Document Name
Purpose
Educational Certificates
8th/10th/12th marksheets and passing certificates
Domicile Certificate
Proof of UT J&K residency
Voter ID Card
Proof of residence in specific electoral ward
Residence Certificate
From SDM if any dispute regarding ward residence
Date of Birth Certificate
Birth certificate or 10th certificate
Category Certificate
SC/ST/OBC/EWS certificate (if applicable)
PwD Certificate
Disability certificate from competent authority (if applicable)
Passport Size Photographs
Recent colored photographs
Aadhaar Card
Identity and address proof
WCD JK Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Syllabus Overview
Syllabus Component
Details
Written Examination
No written examination for Worker and Helper posts
Selection Criteria
Merit-based selection using educational qualification marks
