📢 Madhya Pradesh ICDS Anganwadi Vacancy 2026 — Complete Recruitment Details

📣 The Women and Child Development Department, Madhya Pradesh has released the MP ICDS Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 for Anganwadi Worker and Anganwadi Assistant (Helper) posts with 4,767+ vacancies. Applications are invited online via MP Online portal.

---

📋 Vacancy Details

Total Vacancies: 4,767

• Anganwadi Worker (Karyakarta): ~1,573 posts

• Anganwadi Assistant (Sahayika/Helper): ~3,194 posts

---

🎯 Who Can Apply / Eligibility Criteria

✔ Gender: Female candidates only (as per ICDS recruitment rules)
✔ Residency: Applicant must be a resident of the same village or ward where the vacancy exists.

📚 Educational Qualification

• Anganwadi Worker: 12th pass from a recognized board.

• Anganwadi Assistant/Helper: Typically 5th pass or above (varies by local district notification) — check official portal.

---

🎂 Age Limit

✔ Age will be calculated as on 01 Jan 2025 (or as per official notification).
✔ Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates as per Government norms. ✔

---

💰 Salary / Honorarium

While the official notification PDF will give exact pay bands, typical honorarium range from current recruitment patterns are:
🔹 Anganwadi Worker: ~₹7,500 – ₹10,000 per month (approx).
🔹 Anganwadi Assistant/Helper: ~₹4,000 – ₹6,000 per month (approx).

Final pay will be as per ICDS rules and allowances where applicable.

---

🧠 Selection Process

The selection process generally includes:

1. Online Application & Verification

2. Merit List Preparation: Based on education qualification, residency, and local criteria.

3. Document Verification

4. Final Appointment Order

👉 Most Anganwadi recruitments are merit-based and do not involve a written exam (check the final notification on the portal).

📑 Important Documents Required

✔ Aadhaar Card
✔ Residence Certificate / Samagra ID
✔ 12th Class Marksheet & Certificate (for worker)
✔ Educational certificate of Primary pass (for helper)
✔ Caste Certificate (if applicable)
✔ Passport-size Photograph & Signature

---

📝 How to Apply (Step-By-Step)

1. Visit the official Official Online portal: https://chayan.mponline.gov.in

2. Create or Login with your registered Samagra ID / Mobile Number.

3. Go to the Anganwadi Worker & Assistant Recruitment 2026 link.

4. Fill in personal details, education, residency info.

5. Upload necessary documents (photo, signature, ID proof).

6. Pay the application fee (if applicable).

7. Submit and take a printout of the application. ✔

📌 Application Mode: Online Only.

---

📅 Important Dates

📌 Official Links

🔗 Official Application Portal: Click Here 
🔗 Official Notification PDF: Click Here

---

📍 Job Location

📌 Madhya Pradesh (across various divisions including Indore, Bhopal, Gwalior, Jabalpur, Rewa, Ujjain, and more).

---

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Who is eligible to apply for MP Anganwadi Vacancy 2026?
👉 Female candidates residing in the same village or ward with 12th pass qualification (for worker) or appropriate qualification (for helper) can apply.

Q2. Can male candidates apply?
👉 No. This recruitment is generally limited to female applicants as per MP ICDS rules.

Q3. What is the last date to apply?
👉 10 January 2026 is the final date to submit the online application.

Q4. Is there an application fee?
👉 Yes, an application fee (approx. ₹100 + portal charges) is applicable for all categories.

Q5. Will there be an exam?
👉 Most MP Anganwadi recruitments are merit-based, not through written exam — but check the official notification on the portal for details.

---

⚠️ Disclaimer

This information is based on official recruitment press and widely circulated government sources. Final detailed terms including salary, eligibility, exact age relaxations, selection rules, and notification PDF will be available on the official MP Online recruitment portal. Always refer to https://chayan.mponline.gov.in for the most accurate and updated details