WCD Odisha Anganwadi Helper Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

WCD Odisha Anganwadi Helper 2026 Overview

The Department of Women & Child Development (WCD), Government of Odisha, has initiated the recruitment drive for Anganwadi Helpers across various districts for the year 2026. This recruitment aims to strengthen the grassroots healthcare and educational infrastructure in rural and semi-urban pockets of the state. Candidates residing in the concerned Anganwadi center areas are primarily encouraged to apply, provided they meet the local domicile requirements. Since these roles are pivotal for the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme, the selection process remains transparent and merit-based. Applicants must ensure they have a valid functional mobile number and email ID before starting the online application process to receive timely updates regarding their candidature.

WCD Odisha Anganwadi Helper Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 20 April 2026
• Online Application Starts: 20 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 4 May 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 4 May 2026
• Preliminary Exam Date: To be announced soon
• Result Date: To be announced soon
• Candidates are advised to confirm from the official website

WCD Odisha Anganwadi Helper APPLICATION FEE

• General / EWS / OBC: ₹0/-
• SC / ST / PWD / Women:  ₹0/-
• Payment Mode: Online — Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI

WCD Odisha Anganwadi Helper vacancies Details

• The total number of Anganwadi Helper vacancies and their distribution across districts will be given in the official WCD Odisha notification PDF. Until that is released, the exact figure is To be announced soon

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WCD Odisha Anganwadi Helper Salary 2026

WCD Odisha Anganwadi Helper Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification — Candidates must have passed the Class 10th (Matriculation) examination from a recognized board. Proficiency in the Odia language is generally mandatory.
• Age Limit — The minimum age is typically 18 years, while the maximum age limit is often 35 years as on the official cut-off date mentioned in the advertisement.
• Mandatory Requirement — The applicant must be a female resident of the local Anganwadi Center (AWC) catchment area for which she is applying.
• Age Relaxation — Relaxation in the upper age limit for SC, ST, and PwD candidates is applicable as per the prevailing Odisha Government rules.
• Nationality / Domicile — Candidate must be an Indian Citizen and a permanent resident of Odisha, specifically belonging to the operational area of the concerned Anganwadi project.

WCD Odisha Anganwadi Helper Selection Process 

• Stage 1: Shortlisting based on academic merit (Marks obtained in 10th Standard).
• Stage 2: Document Verification (DV) at the District Social Welfare Office.
• Stage 3: Final Selection List publication at the district/block level.
• Final Merit / Document Verification: Candidates must produce original certificates of residence, caste, and education during the verification stage.

How to apply for the WCD Odisha Anganwadi Helper 2026

1. Visit the official website of the Department of Women & Child Development and Mission Shakti: https://wcd.odisha.gov.in/
2. On the homepage, navigate to the Recruitments or Notice section to find the link for Anganwadi recruitment.
3. Select the specific district and project for which you wish to apply.
4. Click on Apply Online and register yourself using a valid mobile number and email.
5. Fill in the application form with accurate personal, educational, and residential details.
6. Upload the scanned copies of required documents, including your photograph, signature, and 10th-grade marksheet.
7. Review all the entered information carefully before clicking the Submit button.
8. Download and print a copy of the submitted application form for future reference during the document verification process.