ICDS JK Anganwadi Helpers and Workers Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced by the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS), Jammu & Kashmir. The department has invited offline applications for more than 600 Anganwadi Helpers and Anganwadi Workers posts across various POSHAN Projects in the Union Territory. This recruitment drive is aimed at strengthening child welfare and nutrition services at the grassroots level. Interested female candidates who meet the eligibility conditions can apply through the official website jkicds.com before the last date 31 January 2026.
The recruitment covers a wide range of Anganwadi Centres across districts like Narbal, Bonyar, Narvaw, Singhpora, Tangmarg, Nagam, Kupwara, Sopore, Beerwah, Chadoora, Srinagar, Baramulla, Budgam, Kulgam and Uri. Projects such as Narvaw (88 posts), Singhpora (46), Tangmarg (49), Pattan Baramulla (40), Langate Kupwara (36) and many others have significant vacancies, making this one of the biggest Anganwadi recruitment drives in J&K. The total number of posts is expected to exceed 600 vacancies.
To be eligible for JK Anganwadi Helper and Worker posts, candidates must have passed 8th, 10th, or 12th class from a recognized board. For Anganwadi Helper posts, Matric (10th) is the minimum requirement, while if no matriculate candidate is available, 8th-pass applicants may be considered. Candidates must be domiciles of Jammu & Kashmir and must belong to the same Electoral Ward where the Anganwadi Centre is located. Voter list or SDM certificate will be used as proof of residence.
The age limit for ICDS JK Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 is 18 to 35 years, with relaxation available for SC, ST, OBC, PwD and Ex-servicemen as per government rules. The age will be calculated as per the cut-off date mentioned in the official notification. This ensures equal opportunity for candidates from reserved categories and economically weaker backgrounds.
The application process is completely offline. Eligible candidates need to download the application form from jkicds.com, fill in all required details, attach self-attested copies of documents such as domicile certificate, educational certificates, Aadhaar card, voter card, and photographs, and submit it to the respective Child Development Project Office (CDPO) of their POSHAN Project within the prescribed dates.
Different POSHAN Projects have different application timelines, starting from 01 January 2026 and extending up to 31 January 2026. Some projects like Narbal, Nagam, Srinagar, Budgam, Kulgam and Chadoora have longer submission windows, while others such as Sopore, Tangmarg, Kupwara, Singhpora and Zaingeer Baramulla have shorter deadlines. Applicants are advised to submit their forms early to avoid missing project-specific cut-off dates.
The selection process for JK Anganwadi Helpers and Workers will be purely merit-based as per guidelines issued by the Administrative Department. No written examination will be conducted. Selection will depend on academic marks, eligibility criteria, and residency in the concerned ward, making this recruitment transparent and fair for all eligible women applicants.
Candidates can download the Official Notification PDF and application forms from the ICDS website, while updates and notices will also be shared through official channels. With more than 600 vacancies, this recruitment offers a major opportunity for women in Jammu & Kashmir to secure a government-supported position in social welfare services. Applicants are advised to carefully read all instructions and submit their applications before 31 January 2026.
ICDS JK Anganwadi has released an official notification for the recruitment of 590+ Anganwadi Helpers and Workers Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official JK Anganwadi website. The last date to submit the application form is 31-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the JK Anganwadi Helpers and Workers Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Offline application form.
| Company Name | Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) |
| Post Name | Anganwadi Helpers and Workers |
| No of Posts | 600+ (Approx) |
| Qualification | 12TH, 10TH, 8TH |
| Age Limit | 18 to 37 years |
| Start Date for Apply | 01-01-2026 |
| Last Date for Apply | 31-01-2026 |
| Official Website | jkicds.com |
ICDS JK Anganwadi Helpers and Workers Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Anganwadi Centers of Poshan Project | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Narbal | 11 |
| Bonyar | 43 |
| Narvaw | 88 |
| Singhpora | 46 |
| Tangmarg | 49 |
| Nagam | 10 |
| Kupwara | 12 |
| Trehgam | 35 |
| Kunzer | 04 |
| Sopore | 22 |
| Batwara | 08 |
| Khag | 10 |
| Khansahib | 16 |
| Beerwah | 12 |
| Chadoora | 13 |
| B.K Pora | 24 |
| Srinagar | 21 |
| Zaingeer Baramulla | 19 |
| Budgam | 12 |
| Pattan Baramulla | 40 |
| Rafiabad Baramulla | 21 |
| Langate Kupwara | 36 |
| H.S Bugh Kulgam | 34 |
| Kulgam | 21 |
| Uri Baramulla | 32 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must possess 12TH, 10TH from a recognized university/board to apply for JK Anganwadi Helper and workers positions.
- The candidate should be a domicile of the UT of J&K.
- The candidate should be a resident of the Electoral Ward where AWC is located. Name in the voter list for the ward shall be considered as the proof of residence of the candidate. Wherever there is any dispute as to residence for any reason then residence proof certifying the ward of residence from the concerned SDM shall be considered.
- Minimum educational qualification for Anganwadi Helper shall be Matriculation.
- In case no matriculate candidate is available in the Panch Ward, candidates with qualification not less than 8 standard shall be considered.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 35 years
- Age Relaxation: As per government norms (SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen)
- Age calculation date: As mentioned in official notification
Important Dates
- Anganwadi Centers of Poshan Project Narbal: 08-01-2026 to 28-01-2026
- Anganwadi Centers of Poshan Project Narbal Bonyar: 01-01-2026 to 15 Days
- Anganwadi Centers of Poshan Project Narvaw: 16-01-2026
- Anganwadi Centers of Poshan Project Singhpora: 15-01-2026
- Anganwadi Centers of Poshan Project Tangmarg: 15-01-2026
- Anganwadi Centers of Poshan Project Nagam: 01-01-2026 to 25-01-2026
- Anganwadi Centers of Poshan Project Kupwara: 02-01-2026 to 16-01-2026
- Anganwadi Centers of Poshan Project Trehgam: 01-01-2026 to 15-01-2026
- Anganwadi Centers of Poshan Project Kunzer: 15-01-2026
- Anganwadi Centers of Poshan Project Sopore: 17-01-2026
- Anganwadi Centers of Poshan Project Batwara: 03-01-2026 – 17-01-2026
- Anganwadi Centers of Poshan Project Khag: 30-12-2025 – 18-01-2026
- Anganwadi Centers of Poshan Project Khansahib: 30-12-2025 – 18-01-2026
- Anganwadi Centers of Poshan Project Beerwah: 30-12-2025 – 18-01-2026
- Anganwadi Centers of Poshan Project Chadoora: 01-01-2026 to 21-01-2026
- Anganwadi Centers of Poshan Project B.K Pora: 01-01-2026 to 21-01-2026
- Anganwadi Centers of Poshan Project Srinagar: 01-01-2026 to 31-01-2026
- Anganwadi Centre’s of Poshan Project Zaingeer Baramulla: 10-01-2026
- Anganwadi Centre’s of Poshan Project Budgam: 06-01-2026 to 27-01-2026
- Anganwadi Centre’s of Poshan Project Pattan Baramulla: 01-01-2026 to 15 Days
- Anganwadi Centre’s of Poshan Project Rafiabad Baramulla: 01-01-2026 – 15-01-2026
- Anganwadi Centre’s of Poshan Project Langate Kupwara: 01-01-2026 – 17-01-2026
- Anganwadi Centre’s of Poshan Project H.S Bugh Kulgam: 07-01-2026 to 14 Days
- Anganwadi Centre’s of Poshan Project Kulgam: 06-01-2026 to 21-01-2026
- Anganwadi Centre’s of Poshan Project Uri Baramulla: 01-01-2026 to 15 Days
Selection Process
- The selection shall be made purely as per merit in light of the instructions of the administrative Department
ICDS JK Anganwadi Helpers and Workers Important Links
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Join WhatsApp Channel: Click Here
JK Anganwadi Helpers and Workers Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is the starting date to apply for JK Anganwadi Helpers and Workers 2026?
Starting Date to apply is 01-01-2026.
Q2. What is the last apply date for JK Anganwadi Helpers and Workers 2026?
Last apply date is 31-01-2026.
Q3. What is the Eligibility to apply for JK Anganwadi Helpers and Workers 2026?
12TH, 10TH, 8TH
Q4. What is the Maximum Age Limit to apply for JK Anganwadi Helpers and Workers 2026?
37 Years
Q5. How many vacancies are being recruited by JK Anganwadi Helpers and Workers 2026?
Total 600+ Vacancies.
