The District Program Officer (DPO), Hamirpur, Uttar Pradesh, has released notification Endorsement No. C-1320 dated 26 September 2026 inviting online applications from eligible female candidates for 104 vacancies of Anganwadi Sahayika (Anganwadi Helper) posts under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) programme. Only female candidates who are permanent residents of the concerned Gram Sabha or Ward may apply. Applications are accepted online at upanganwadibharti.in from 28 September 2026 to 18 October 2026 up to midnight 12:00 AM. No application fee is required.
Important Dates and Recruitment Schedule
| Recruitment Event | Date and Detail |
|---|---|
| Notification Reference Number | Endorsement No. C-1320 / Dated 26 September 2026 |
| Government Order Reference | No. 2025/3313/58-1-2025(1917687) dated 17 September 2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 104 Posts (Anganwadi Sahayika) |
| Online Application Start Date | 28 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 18 October 2026 up to midnight 12:00 AM |
| Age Cut-off Date | 1 July 2026 |
| Minimum Age | 18 years (as on 01.07.2026) |
| Maximum Age | 35 years (as on 01.07.2026) |
| Application Mode | Online only at upanganwadibharti.in |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Selection Method | Merit-based on academic marks and category preference |
Applications submitted through offline mode will not be accepted under any circumstances. Candidates must apply strictly online within the window from 28.09.2026 to 18.10.2026.
Block-wise and Project-wise Vacancy Distribution
A total of 104 Anganwadi Sahayika vacancies are distributed across 8 blocks and projects in Hamirpur district - 75 rural posts across 7 blocks and 29 urban posts under Shahar project. The block-wise breakdown as notified is:
| Block / Project | Area Type | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Muskara | Rural | 10 |
| Sarila | Rural | 10 |
| Kurara | Rural | 5 |
| Sumerpur | Rural | 13 |
| Maudaha | Rural | 23 |
| Rath | Rural | 8 |
| Gohand | Rural | 6 |
| Shahar | Urban | 29 |
| Total | 7 Rural Blocks + 1 Urban Project | 104 |
Rural vacancies add up as follows: 10 + 10 + 5 + 13 + 23 + 8 + 6 = 75 rural posts. Shahar Urban project contributes 29 posts. Total 75 + 29 = 104 posts. Note: vacancies may increase or decrease under special circumstances. Gram Sabha/Ward-wise vacancy details and reservation breakups are displayed on notice boards at Collectorate, Vikas Bhawan, Tehsil, Block offices, and on upanganwadibharti.in.
Eligibility Criteria and Educational Qualification
All applicants must fulfill the following eligibility conditions:
| Eligibility Parameter | Prescribed Condition |
|---|---|
| Gender | Only female candidates are eligible |
| Minimum Educational Qualification | Intermediate (12th Pass) or equivalent from a recognised board |
| Domicile Requirement | Must be a permanent resident of the concerned Gram Sabha (rural) or Ward (urban) |
| Fallback Eligibility | If no eligible candidate in the Gram Sabha, permanent residents of the concerned Nyaya Panchayat are considered |
| Age Verification Document | Date of birth as recorded in the High School (10th class) marksheet or certificate is considered valid |
| Merit Evaluation Levels | Academic marks from High School (10th), Intermediate (12th), Graduation, and up to Postgraduate level are considered |
While the minimum qualification is Intermediate (12th pass), candidates with higher qualifications such as graduation or postgraduate degrees will receive higher merit weightage. No written examination or interview is conducted - selection is purely on academic marks.
Age Limit and Cut-off Date
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 35 years, both reckoned as on the cut-off date 1 July 2026. Candidates must not be below 18 years or above 35 years as on 01.07.2026. Age is verified from the High School (10th class) marksheet or certificate. No age relaxation details are specified in notification C-1320 beyond the standard 18 to 35 years range for general applicants.
Honorarium and Nature of Appointment
The Anganwadi Sahayika post is a honorarium-based contract appointment (maanadey par aadharit) as per Uttar Pradesh government norms for the ICDS programme under notification Endorsement No. C-1320. The appointment is not a regular government employment post and carries no guaranteed tenure. Selected candidates receive the honorarium rate as fixed by the Government of Uttar Pradesh from time to time for Anganwadi Helpers. Candidates must study Government Order No. 2025/3313/58-1-2025(1917687) dated 17 September 2025 before applying. It is mandatory to fill the Anganwadi Centre Name and Centre Code in the application form. Vacancy counts may increase or decrease under special circumstances as per government norms.
Application Fee
There is no application fee for Hamirpur Anganwadi Helper Recruitment 2026. The application fee is Nil for all categories of candidates. No payment is required at any stage of the application process as per notification Endorsement No. C-1320 dated 26 September 2026.
Selection Process and Category Priority
Selection is purely merit-based on academic marks from recognised boards and institutions, without any written test or interview. The priority order for selection as per notification C-1320 is as follows:
- Priority 1: Widow, divorced, or abandoned women living Below Poverty Line (BPL) and residing in the concerned Gram Sabha or Ward.
- Priority 2: Other BPL family women residing in the concerned Gram Sabha or Ward (if no BPL widow/divorced/abandoned candidate is available).
- Priority 3: Above Poverty Line (APL) widow, divorced, or abandoned women residing in the concerned Gram Sabha or Ward (if no BPL candidate is available).
- Priority 4: Other general APL women residing in the concerned Gram Sabha or Ward (if no widow/divorced/abandoned candidate is available).
Additional selection conditions:
- For widow status: Certificate issued by Gram Panchayat Adhikari or Urban Local Body, and a certified copy of the Family Register (Parivar Panjika), is valid.
- For divorced or abandoned status: A valid legal decree from a competent court of law is mandatory.
- Restriction: Two women from the same family cannot be appointed as Anganwadi Worker (Karyakatri) and Helper (Sahayika) at the same Anganwadi Centre.
- BPL category is determined as per Samaj Kalyan Anubhag-2 Government Order No. 22/2015/2123/26-2-2015 dated 14 September 2015, as amended. Revenue Anubhag-9 Government Order No. 3959/1-9-11-ra-9 dated 30 September 2011 (as amended) is also applicable. Online digitally signed income certificate from Tehsil, verifiable online, is mandatory.
How to Apply Online at upanganwadibharti.in
Applications must be submitted online only. No offline or postal applications will be entertained. Follow these steps:
- Visit the Official Portal: Go to upanganwadibharti.in within the application window (28 September 2026 to 18 October 2026 up to 12:00 midnight).
- Read Government Order: Carefully read the Government Order dated 17 September 2025 before filling the form as mandated in the notification.
- Fill Anganwadi Centre Details: It is mandatory to fill the Anganwadi Centre Name and Centre Code in the application form.
- Enter Personal and Educational Details: Fill details accurately. Any discrepancy, falsified data, or fake marks will lead to cancellation of candidature.
- Upload Documents: Upload clear and legible scanned copies of all required documents. Digitally signed caste and domicile certificates with online verification capability are mandatory.
- Submit Before Deadline: Complete and submit the application before 18 October 2026 at 12:00 midnight. No extension will be granted.
Essential Documents Required
The following documents must be uploaded at the time of online application:
- High School (10th class) marksheet and certificate for age proof and merit
- Intermediate (12th class) marksheet for educational qualification
- Graduation and postgraduate marksheets (if applicable, for higher merit score)
- Domicile or residence proof confirming residence in concerned Gram Sabha or Ward
- Caste certificate (digitally signed by competent authority with online verification)
- Income certificate (digitally signed, online verified, issued by Tehsil) for BPL category claim
- Widow or divorce certificate from Gram Panchayat Adhikari or court decree (if applicable)
- Family Register (Parivar Panjika) certified copy (for widow candidates)
Official Links and Notification Download
| Resource | Official Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification PDF |
| Online Application Portal | upanganwadibharti.in |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are announced in Hamirpur UP Anganwadi Helper Recruitment 2026?
A total of 104 Anganwadi Sahayika (Helper) posts are notified across 8 blocks and projects: 75 rural posts in 7 blocks and 29 urban posts in Shahar project.
What is the last date to apply for Hamirpur Anganwadi Helper 2026?
The last date for online application is 18 October 2026 up to midnight 12:00 AM at upanganwadibharti.in.
What is the age limit for Hamirpur Anganwadi Sahayika recruitment?
Candidates must be between 18 years and 35 years of age as on 1 July 2026. Age is verified from the High School (10th class) certificate.
Is the Anganwadi Helper post open to male candidates?
No. Only female candidates who are permanent residents of the concerned Gram Sabha or Ward are eligible to apply.
What is the application fee for Hamirpur Anganwadi Helper 2026?
The application fee is Nil. There is no application fee for any category as per notification Endorsement No. C-1320.
What is the educational qualification required for Anganwadi Helper post?
Minimum Intermediate (12th Pass) or equivalent from a recognised board. Higher qualifications such as graduation and postgraduate degrees yield higher merit score during selection.
Which block has the highest number of vacancies in Hamirpur?
Maudaha block has the highest rural vacancies with 23 posts, followed by Sumerpur with 13 posts. Shahar urban project has 29 posts, making it the largest single project.
How is selection done for Anganwadi Helper posts?
Selection is purely on merit from academic marks with priority given to BPL widowed/divorced/abandoned women, followed by other BPL women, APL widowed women, and then general APL women. No written test or interview is held.