The Government of Jammu & Kashmir, through the Office of the Child Development Project Officers (CDPOs), has invited applications for the engagement of Sanginis (Anganwadi Workers) and Sahayikas (Anganwadi Helpers) in various Anganwadi Centres under POSHAN Projects Srinagar, Khanyar, and Batwara. The recruitment is being conducted under the provisions of Government Order No. 222-JK (SWD) of 2022 and Government Order No. 103-JK (SWD) of 2023.
This recruitment drive offers an excellent opportunity for eligible women residing in the concerned electoral wards to serve their local communities while contributing to child nutrition, maternal health, and early childhood education through the Anganwadi system.
Overview
The recruitment covers three POSHAN Projects:
- POSHAN Project Srinagar
- POSHAN Project Khanyar
- POSHAN Project Batwara
Appointments will be made purely on an honorarium basis according to the approved recruitment policy.
Total Vacancies
POSHAN Project Srinagar
- Anganwadi Workers (AWW): 14
- Anganwadi Helpers (AWH): 17
Total Posts: 31
POSHAN Project Khanyar
- Anganwadi Workers: 4
- Anganwadi Helpers: 11
Total Posts: 15
POSHAN Project Batwara
- Anganwadi Workers: 2
- Anganwadi Helpers: 1
Total Posts: 3
Grand Total
Across all three projects:
- Anganwadi Workers: 20
- Anganwadi Helpers: 29
Overall Vacancies: 49 Posts
Important Dates
Srinagar Project
- Advertisement Date: 19 June 2026
- Application Starts: 22 June 2026
- Last Date: 21 July 2026 (4:00 PM)
Batwara Project
- Advertisement Date: 23 June 2026
- Application Starts: 29 June 2026
- Last Date: 13 July 2026
Khanyar Project
Applications are to be submitted within 15 days from publication of the advertisement.
Who Can Apply?
Only eligible women candidates fulfilling all prescribed conditions may apply.
Applicants must:
- Be domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
- Belong to the concerned electoral ward where the Anganwadi Centre is located.
- Fulfil the educational qualification prescribed for the post.
- Meet the age criteria.
- Submit all required certificates before the closing date.
Age Limit
Candidates should be:
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 37 years
The age shall be calculated as specified in the respective advertisement notices.
Educational Qualification
Anganwadi Worker (Sangini)
Minimum Qualification:
- 10+2 Pass
Maximum Qualification:
- Graduation
Candidates possessing qualifications higher than graduation are not eligible.
Anganwadi Helper (Sahayika)
Minimum Qualification:
- Matriculation
If matriculates are unavailable, candidates with qualification not below 8th Standard may be considered.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Merit obtained in qualifying examination.
- Ward residency.
- Verification of documents.
- Eligibility conditions prescribed under Mission POSHAN.
Higher age will be preferred in case of a tie in merit.
Preference Criteria
Additional weightage is available for:
- Eligible candidates belonging to the family of retiring Anganwadi Workers/Helpers.
Such candidates receive additional merit weightage as provided in the recruitment policy.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep ready:
- Domicile Certificate
- Marks Certificates
- Date of Birth Certificate
- Matriculation Certificate
- Passport-size Photographs
- Aadhaar Card/Voter ID
- Unmarried Certificate (where applicable)
- Affidavit
- Residence Proof
Original documents shall be verified during document verification.
Application Procedure
Candidates must:
- Obtain the prescribed application form.
- Fill all required details carefully.
- Attach self-attested documents.
- Submit the application before the deadline.
- Retain a copy of the submitted application.
Vacancy Details – Srinagar Project
Anganwadi Worker Posts
- Friends Colony
- Makhdoom Mandav (B)
- Kalashpora-A
- Sheikh Colony Barbarshah
- Bonpora
- Qutub Din Pora
- Syed Hamidpora-C
- Shorgari Mohalla
- Barthana
- Reshi Mohalla-B
- Proper Maloora
- Khawaja Bagh Maloora
- Check-I Mujgund-A
- Check-I Mujgund-B
Anganwadi Helper Posts
Seventeen vacancies are available across locations including:
- Friends Colony
- Chamardoori-B
- Qalamdanpora-A
- Aghahamam-A
- Batamaloo
- S-D Colony
- Wazpora
- Shah Mohalla
- Qammarwari
- Barthana
- Haft Chinar
- Zainakote
- Nawa Bazar
- Proper Maloora
- Khawaja Bagh Maloora
- Check-I Mujgund-A
- Check-I Mujgund-B
Vacancy Details – Khanyar Project
Worker Posts
- Shampora
- Khojyarbal
- Gad Mohalla
- Bangi Mohalla
Helper Posts
- Old Baba Demb
- Qutubdin Pora
- Roshan Ghar Mohalla
- Sheeshgari Mohalla
- Surtang
- Peerbagh
- Baba Mohalla
- Kondbal-A
- Shabri Mohalla
- Wanihama-B
- Doji Mohalla
Vacancy Details – Batwara Project
Worker Posts
- Dara C
- Gupkar Nishat
Helper Post
- Kursoo B
Why Anganwadi Workers Matter
Anganwadi Workers play an essential role in:
- Child nutrition
- Immunization support
- Preschool education
- Maternal care
- Health awareness
- Community surveys
- Government welfare implementation
Similarly, Anganwadi Helpers assist in maintaining the centres, preparing meals, and supporting beneficiaries.
Tips Before Applying
- Read the advertisement carefully.
- Apply only for your eligible ward.
- Ensure all certificates are valid.
- Submit the form before the deadline.
- Keep photocopies of all documents.
- Check eligibility thoroughly before applying.
Conclusion
The recruitment of 49 Anganwadi Worker and Anganwadi Helper posts across Srinagar, Khanyar, and Batwara provides a valuable employment opportunity for eligible women in Jammu & Kashmir. Candidates should verify their ward eligibility, educational qualifications, and required documents before submitting their applications within the prescribed time.