The Department of Women and Child Development (DWCD), Karnataka has released the Gadag District Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 notification for 168 Anganwadi Worker and Anganwadi Helper vacancies. This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for eligible female candidates who have completed 10th or 12th Pass and wish to serve their local community through the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS).
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official Karnataka Anganwadi Recruitment Portal.
Recruitment Details
- Organization: Department of Women and Child Development (DWCD), Karnataka
- Post Names:
- Anganwadi Worker
- Anganwadi Helper
- District: Gadag, Karnataka
- Total Vacancies: 168
- Qualification: 10th Pass / PUC (12th Pass) (Post-wise)
- Application Mode: Online
- Job Type: Karnataka Government Job
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 30 June 2026
- Application Start Date: 01 July 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 30 July 2026
- Merit List / Document Verification: To be announced by the Department.
Candidates should complete the online application well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues. (DWCD Karnataka)
About the Posts
Anganwadi Worker
Anganwadi Workers are responsible for implementing child development programmes, preschool education, nutritional support, maternal health awareness, and community welfare activities under the ICDS scheme.
Anganwadi Helper
Anganwadi Helpers assist Workers in preparing meals, maintaining cleanliness at Anganwadi centres, supporting childcare activities, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates should possess:
- SSLC (10th Pass) or PUC (12th Pass) as prescribed for the respective post.
- Candidate should be a resident of the concerned village/ward where the Anganwadi Centre is located.
- Age limit and other eligibility conditions as prescribed in the official notification.
- Only eligible female candidates may apply as per the recruitment rules. (DWCD Karnataka)
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct preschool education activities.
- Monitor child nutrition and growth.
- Support pregnant and lactating mothers.
- Maintain Anganwadi records.
- Organize health and nutrition awareness programmes.
- Assist in immunization and government welfare schemes.
- Ensure cleanliness and proper functioning of the Anganwadi Centre.
Selection Process
The selection process is generally based on:
- Merit based on qualifying examination marks.
- Verification of eligibility and local residence.
- Document Verification.
- Final Selection List.
There is generally no written examination for Anganwadi Worker and Helper recruitment. (karnatakacareer.org)
Salary & Benefits
Selected candidates will receive:
- Honorarium as per Karnataka Government norms.
- Additional incentives as applicable.
- Government training programmes.
- Opportunity to serve in community welfare and child development.
- Future career opportunities within the Women & Child Development Department.
Why Apply?
- Karnataka Government opportunity.
- Suitable for 10th and 12th Pass candidates.
- No written examination (merit-based selection).
- Opportunity to serve local communities.
- Stable government-supported position.
- Meaningful role in child and women welfare.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official Karnataka Anganwadi Recruitment Portal.
Apply Here: https://anganwadirecruit.kar.nic.in/
Applicants should carefully read the district notification, verify their eligibility, upload the required documents, and submit the application before the last date.
Conclusion
The Karnataka Anganwadi Worker & Helper Recruitment 2026 (Gadag District) is an excellent opportunity for eligible female candidates seeking a government-supported community service role. Interested applicants should complete their online applications between 01 July 2026 and 30 July 2026 and keep track of the merit list and document verification schedule.
Official Application Portal: https://anganwadirecruit.kar.nic.in/ (Karnemaka One)