Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Notification Out, Apply Online For 6843 Vacancies

The Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released for the recruitment of 6,843 Anganwadi Worker (AWW) and Anganwadi Helper (AWH) posts across various districts of Gujarat. The vacancies include 3,043 Anganwadi Worker and 3,800 Anganwadi Helper posts.

Women and Child Development Department (WCD), Gujarat, is responsible for conducting the complete recruitment process, and registration started on 21 September 2026. Eligible female candidates fulfilling the conditions can apply online up to 14 October 2026 (12 midnight). There is no application fee mentioned for this recruitment.

Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026

Selection of eligible candidates under Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 will be based on merit, considering educational qualifications and marks obtained. The job location is across Gujarat, and the age limit for applicants is 18 to 33 years.

Gujarat Anganwadi Notification 2026 Out

The Women and Child Development Department, Gujarat has released the Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Notification to recruit eligible candidates for 6,843 Anganwadi Worker (AWW) and Anganwadi Helper (AWH) vacancies. This notification contains complete details about vacancies, eligibility criteria, application process, important dates, and selection procedure. Candidates must go through the notification before applying to ensure they meet all requirements before applying.

Gujarat Anganwadi Notification 2026 PDF- Click to Download 

Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

The complete registration schedule has been released along with the notification. The online application window will remain open from 21 September to 14 October 2026.

Gujarat Anganwadi Vacancy 2026

A total of 6,843 vacancies have been announced, including 3,043 Anganwadi Worker and 3,800 Anganwadi Helper posts. The vacancies are distributed across different districts and urban areas of Gujarat.

Gujarat Anganwadi Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must fulfil the prescribed eligibility criteria before submitting the application form. The eligibility conditions differ slightly for Anganwadi Worker and Anganwadi Helper posts.

Educational Qualification

• Anganwadi Worker: Class 12 passed or Class 10 passed with an AICTE-recognised diploma course of at least 2 years
• Anganwadi Helper: Class 10 passed
• Candidates having higher educational qualifications can also apply, provided they fulfil all other prescribed conditions.

Age Limit

The prescribed age limit for applicants is 18 to 33 years.

• Anganwadi Worker/Helper: 18 to 33 years
• Existing Anganwadi Helper applying for Worker: Up to 43 years

Gujarat Anganwadi Apply Online 2026

The Women and Child Development Department, Gujarat, has activated the link to fill out the Gujarat Anganwadi Application Form 2026 on its official website, www.wcd.gujarat.gov.in, on 21 September 2026. Candidates must fill out their application forms carefully with all the correct details. For the ease of candidates, we have also provided a direct link below to apply online.

Gujarat Anganwadi Apply Online 2026 Link (Active)- Click to Apply

Documents Required for Gujarat Anganwadi Application

Candidates should keep the following documents ready before starting the online application:

• Aadhaar Card/valid identity proof
• Class 10 certificate and marksheet
• Class 12 certificate and marksheet, where applicable
• Diploma certificate and marksheets, where applicable
• Residence certificate
• Caste certificate, if applicable
• Widow certificate, if applicable
• Marks/percentage conversion certificate, wherever required
• Marksheets of all attempts, wherever applicable
• Recent photograph
• Signature
• Other documents specified in the notification

Steps to Apply for Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official WCD Gujarat website.
2. Open the Anganwadi recruitment/application link.
3. Read the recruitment advertisement and instructions carefully.
4. Register using the required basic details.
5. Note down the registration/application number.
6. Log in to the application portal.
7. Select the applicable Anganwadi Worker or Anganwadi Helper post.
8. Select the eligible Anganwadi centre.
9. Enter personal, educational and residence details.
10. Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents.
11. Carefully verify all details entered in the application form.
12. Submit the application form.
13. Save/download the submitted application for future reference.

Gujarat Anganwadi Selection Process 2026

The selection for Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 will be made through a merit-based process as per the applicable recruitment rules. Candidates do not have to appear for a conventional written examination based on the information currently available.

The recruitment system provides for online scrutiny and preparation of merit lists for Anganwadi Worker and Helper posts. Separate merit lists are prepared for the relevant Anganwadi centres/posts, followed by the prescribed verification and selection process.

What is the Role of an Anganwadi Worker and Helper?

Anganwadi Workers and Helpers work at the grassroots level under the Integrated Child Development Services framework. Their work is linked with child nutrition, early childhood care and development, health-related support and services for mothers and children. The Gujarat WCD department states that Anganwadi centres are involved in nutrition and development services for children and related support for mothers and adolescent girls.