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Recruitment for Anganwadi Workers and Anganwadi Helpers in Punjab

JOBAdded: 18 Nov 2025Directorate of Social Security and Women & Child Development

Applications are invited from interested and eligible female candidates for 1316 Anganwadi Worker (AWW) and 4794 Anganwadi Helper (AWH) posts, totaling 6110 vacancies, in Punjab. Candidates must apply through online mode only via the link sswcd.punjab.gov.in in the prescribed format with all supporting documents. No other mode of application will be accepted.

Important Dates

  • Opening Date for Online Application: 2025-11-19 at 9:00:00 AM
  • Closing Date for Online Application: 2025-12-10 at 11:59:00 PM

Terms and Conditions

  1. Candidates must apply online only. The detailed advertisement, eligibility criteria, and qualification details are available on the website sswcd.punjab.gov.in.
  2. Candidates are advised to visit the website regularly, as any addendum or corrigendum will be issued only on the website.
  3. The number of posts is indicative and may increase or decrease as required.

Instructions for Applicants

  • Ensure eligibility: Before applying, candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria specified in the advertisement.
  • Careful form submission: Candidates must fill the online application form carefully and verify all information before submission. The department will not be responsible for any incorrect or misleading information provided. The responsibility lies solely with the candidate.
  • Document upload: All mandatory documents must be uploaded correctly in a readable PDF format. Uploading incorrect or fake documents will lead to the rejection of the application.
  • Cut-off date: The last date for online application will be considered as the cut-off date for calculating age, essential qualifications, and experience.
  • Merit calculation: Candidate merit will be based solely on the information and documents provided in the application. Any information without supporting documents will not be considered.
  • Residence proof: Candidates applying with a receipt for residence proof (e.g., Voter ID card, Aadhaar card, Domicile certificate, etc.) will be considered provisionally. Original residence proof must be submitted at the time of counseling. Failure to do so will result in the cancellation of candidature.
  • Interview information: Shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interview date, time, and venue via email or the concerned district website. Applicants must provide a correct mobile number and email ID.
  • No modifications: No changes or modifications will be allowed after the final submission of the application.
  • Application printout: After successful submission, candidates must keep a printout of their application for future reference.
  • Application ID: Each application will be assigned a unique Application ID, which will be printed on the application. All future correspondence will be based on this ID.
  • Honorarium-based posts: These posts are honorarium-based. If the number of applications is high, the Block-level Selection Committee may shortlist candidates for interviews.
  • No TA/DA: No Travelling Allowance/Dearness Allowance will be provided for attending counseling.
  • Original documents: Original documents must be presented at the time of counseling.
  • Regular updates: For regular updates, please visit https://sswcd.punjab.gov.in or the concerned district website regularly.
  • Right to cancel: The competent authority reserves the right to cancel the selection process at any time.
  • Reservation: SC/BC/Disabled candidates must provide valid certificates to avail reservation benefits.
  • Selection criteria: Selection will be based on a weighted average of educational qualifications (Graduation, PG, B.Ed, ETT, or equivalent) and interview marks.
  • Anganwadi Centre code: Before applying, candidates must check the Anganwadi Centre code via the provided link and ensure they meet the educational, residential, and age criteria for that specific centre.

Educational Qualifications

  • Anganwadi Worker (AWW):
    • Minimum Graduation or equivalent AND
    • Passed Punjabi at the 10th level or equivalent examination conducted by the Language Department, Government of Punjab.
  • Anganwadi Helper (AWH):
    • Minimum 10+2 or equivalent AND
    • Passed Punjabi at the 10th level or equivalent examination conducted by the Language Department, Government of Punjab.
  • Note: If a candidate possesses higher educational qualifications, it will be considered in the selection criteria. The educational qualification certificate must be issued, or the result declared, before the last date of application.

Age Limit (as of the last date of online application)

  • Anganwadi Worker: Minimum 21 years, Maximum 37 years.
  • Anganwadi Helper: Minimum 18 years, Maximum 37 years.
  • Scheduled Caste (SC)/Backward Class (BC): Up to 42 years.
  • Disabled Candidates: Up to 47 years.
  • Widows and Divorced Candidates: Up to 47 years.

Residence Qualification

  • Rural Areas: Candidate must be a resident of the concerned Gram Panchayat/Gram Sabha area. For cases of divided Gram Panchayats after 2018-01-01, resident of the entire area of the concerned divided Gram Panchayat.
  • Urban Areas (Nagar Nigam and A Class Nagar Council): Candidate must be a resident of the concerned ward or contiguous wards (as per ward division at the time of notice issuance).
  • Urban Areas (B & C Class Nagar Council and Nagar Panchayat): Candidate must be a resident of the concerned city.
  • Residence conditions apply to all appointments, except for promotions, transfers after marriage, or adjustments.

Residence Proof

Candidates must provide one of the following:

  • Domicile Certificate issued by the Government of Punjab; OR
  • Voter ID Card and entry in the latest voter list (issued by the Electoral Registration Officer); OR
  • Aadhaar Card (must be at least 6 months old);
  • For reservation, a Caste Certificate issued by the competent authority of the Government of Punjab.
  • For married women applying, any two documents from points i-iii of the husband AND a Marriage Registration Certificate issued by the government.
  • If the above residence documents are not available, other residence proof can be attached with the application form. However, the applicant must submit these official documents to the Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) office before the last date for receiving applications and provide the receipt.
  • Original residence proof must be submitted to the CDPO before or on the counseling date. Otherwise, the application/eligibility will be rejected.

Application Fees

S. No. Post General (INR) SC/BC/Widows/Divorced/Disabled (INR)
1 Anganwadi Worker 500 250
2 Anganwadi Helper 300 150

District-wise Vacancies

A table detailing district-wise vacancies for Anganwadi Workers and Anganwadi Helpers, including reserved categories (SC, BC, Unreserved) and total posts, is provided in the original document. The total posts are 1316 for AWW and 4794 for AWH. Please refer to the official notification for a complete breakdown.

Note: For further information, candidates can refer to the department's instructions issued on 2025-07-22 or any future instructions available on the department's website.

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