- Recruitment for Anganwadi Sevika (Urdu) and Anganwadi Helper (Marathi/Urdu) positions under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme in Amravati city.
- Anganwadi Sevika is responsible for delivering nutrition, pre-school education, immunization, health check-ups, and referral services to children aged 0-6 years.
- Anganwadi Helper assists the Sevika in daily operations, including opening the Anganwadi, maintaining cleanliness, fetching water, and managing beneficiary records.
- Positions are contractual with remuneration as per government norms.
WCD
Active Listing
🎓 12th Pass (Intermediate)
Anganwadi Sevika (Urdu) and Anganwadi Helper (Marathi/Urdu) Recruitment 2026
Women and Child Development Department, Government of Maharashtra
Total Vacancies
13
Job Location
Amravati City, Maharashtra
Apply Start
25 Aug 2026
Apply Deadline
17 Sep 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Women and Child Development Department, Government of Maharashtra (WCD Maharashtra) |
| Job Category | Administrative |
| Eligibility Qualification | 12th Pass (Intermediate) (12th-pass) |
| Number of Vacancies | 13 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Remuneration as per Maharashtra Government norms for ICDS contractual positions. |
| Age Limits | 18 to 35 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | female |
| Experience Required | - Prior experience as an Anganwadi Sevika or Helper in government ICDS schemes is preferred (2+ years for additional points). |
| Application Fee | - No application fee is charged for this recruitment. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum educational qualification: 12th pass (State Board or equivalent).
- For Urdu language positions, proficiency in Urdu (reading and writing) is mandatory.
- For Marathi language positions, proficiency in Marathi is mandatory.
- Applicants must be permanent residents of Amravati city (local domicile proof required).
- Age limit: 18 to 35 years as of 31-08-2026 (relaxation up to 40 years for widowed candidates).
- Must have at least two living children (strictly enforced; additional children may lead to disqualification or termination).
- Candidates must declare their family details accurately, including the number of living children.
- For Urdu language positions, proficiency in Urdu (reading and writing) is mandatory.
- For Marathi language positions, proficiency in Marathi is mandatory.
- Applicants must be permanent residents of Amravati city (local domicile proof required).
- Age limit: 18 to 35 years as of 31-08-2026 (relaxation up to 40 years for widowed candidates).
- Must have at least two living children (strictly enforced; additional children may lead to disqualification or termination).
- Candidates must declare their family details accurately, including the number of living children.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection is based on a merit list prepared from academic qualifications (80% weightage) and additional points for reserved categories, widowed candidates, and experience (20% weightage).
- Academic qualifications are scored as follows: 80%+ = 60 marks, 70.01-80% = 55 marks, 60.01-70% = 50 marks, 50.01-60% = 45 marks, 40-50% = 40 marks, below 40% = 35 marks.
- Additional points: Widowed candidates = 10 marks, SC/ST = 5 marks, OBC/NT/SBC/EWS = 3 marks, experience in ICDS = 2 marks.
- Final merit list will be displayed on the notice board within 15 days of the last application date.
- Candidates can raise objections within 10 days of the merit list publication.
- Appeals against the merit list can be submitted to the Deputy Director, Women and Child Development Department, Amravati within 30 days of the merit list publication.
- Academic qualifications are scored as follows: 80%+ = 60 marks, 70.01-80% = 55 marks, 60.01-70% = 50 marks, 50.01-60% = 45 marks, 40-50% = 40 marks, below 40% = 35 marks.
- Additional points: Widowed candidates = 10 marks, SC/ST = 5 marks, OBC/NT/SBC/EWS = 3 marks, experience in ICDS = 2 marks.
- Final merit list will be displayed on the notice board within 15 days of the last application date.
- Candidates can raise objections within 10 days of the merit list publication.
- Appeals against the merit list can be submitted to the Deputy Director, Women and Child Development Department, Amravati within 30 days of the merit list publication.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Proof of age (birth certificate or school leaving certificate).
- Educational certificates (10th, 12th, or higher qualifications as applicable).
- Domicile certificate (Residence proof from Tahsildar, Gas connection, Bank passbook, Ration card, Aadhaar card, Voter ID, or self-declaration).
- Caste certificate (if applicable) for reserved categories.
- Widow certificate (if applicable) with husband's death certificate.
- Experience certificate (if applicable) for ICDS workers.
- Computer proficiency certificate (if applicable).
- Recent passport-sized photograph.
- Self-declaration form for local residency and family details.
- Educational certificates (10th, 12th, or higher qualifications as applicable).
- Domicile certificate (Residence proof from Tahsildar, Gas connection, Bank passbook, Ration card, Aadhaar card, Voter ID, or self-declaration).
- Caste certificate (if applicable) for reserved categories.
- Widow certificate (if applicable) with husband's death certificate.
- Experience certificate (if applicable) for ICDS workers.
- Computer proficiency certificate (if applicable).
- Recent passport-sized photograph.
- Self-declaration form for local residency and family details.
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee is charged for this recruitment.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for Anganwadi Sevika (Urdu) in Amravati city?
There are 2 vacancies for the post of Anganwadi Sevika (Urdu) under this recruitment drive.
Q.
What is the last date to submit the application for these posts?
The last date to submit the application is 17-09-2026.
Q.
Is there any application fee for this recruitment?
No, there is no application fee for this recruitment as per the official notification.
Q.
What is the age limit for widowed candidates applying for these posts?
The maximum age limit for widowed candidates is 40 years as of 31-08-2026.
Q.
Where can I find the official notification for this recruitment?
The official notification is available on the Maharashtra Government website: https://www.maharashtra.gov.in.