JK Recruitment 2026: The Women and Child Development (WCD Jammu & Kashmir) has released the recruitment notification for 31 vacancies for anganwadi workers. The candidates who have passed Class 8 or Class 12 from a recognised board can submit the form starting from 21 July 2026. The candidate who will be shortlisted in the final merit list will get a monthly honorarium ranging from Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 12,000. The candidate will be selected based on merit prepared from qualifying examination marks followed by document verification. There are a total of 31 vacancies, of which 17 are announced for 17 Anganwadi helpers and 14 for Anganwadi worker posts.
WCD Jammu & Kashmir Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Information |
|---|---|
| Position | Women and Child Development (WCD Jammu & Kashmir) |
| Vacancies | 31 |
| Location | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Start Date | 22nd June 2026 |
| Close Date | 21st July 2026 |
| Selection Process | Merit Based on Marks. Document Verification |
| Official Website | https://wcd.gov.in/ |
WCD Jammu & Kashmir Notification 2026
The Women and Child Development Department has released the recruitment notification for Anganwadi Helper and Anganwadi Worker posts. Candidates should check all the details given in the notification, such as eligibility, documents, and application schedule. The eligible applications that are received before the closing date will be considered for the recruitment process.
Candidate Eligibility Details
The eligibility requirements candidates should possess for offline form submission of Anganwadi helper & worker vacancies are given below:
- Anganwadi Helper: Passed Class 8 from a recognised board.
- Anganwadi Worker: Passed Class 12 from a recognised board.
- Applicant should possess the required educational qualification before the last date of application.
- Candidates need to attach documents with the application form for submission.
- The age must be between 18 and 45 years.
Post-wise Vacancy
The distribution of vacancies as released for Anganwadi Helper and Anganwadi Worker positions is given below.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Anganwadi Helper | 17 |
| Anganwadi Worker | 14 |
| Total | 31 |
Important Dates
The schedule announced by Women and Child Development (WCD) for Anganwadi recruitment is given below. Candidates should submit the form before the deadline so that the form will be accepted.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 22 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 July 2026 |
How to Apply for WCD Jammu & Kashmir Recruitment 2026
The step-by-step procedure to fill out the offline form and document needed for attachment with the form is given below. Follow all steps carefully for successful submission:
- Visit the official website at https://wcd.gov.in.
- Download the official notification and application form given on the homepage.
- Fill the offline application form with correct personal, educational, and contact details (fields are already provided in the form).
- Self-attest the education qualification certificate and category certificate and attach them with the form.
- Submit the completed application form at the office of the Child Development Project Officer (CDPO), POSHAN Project Srinagar.
Documents Required
Applicants should attach the following document with the application form so that their form will be considered for the final merit list:
- Class 8 or Class 12 mark sheet, as applicable
- Date of Birth proof
- Domicile Certificate
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar Card or any valid Photo ID
- Passport-size photographs
- Any other document mentioned in the official notification
Frequently Asked Questions
The last date for submission of the offline application form is 21 July 2026.
Selected candidates will receive a monthly honorarium ranging from Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 12,000 as per departmental rules.








