The Department of Women and Child Development (DWCD), Bidar, Government of Karnataka, has released a recruitment notification for Anganwadi Worker and Anganwadi Helper posts for the 2026–27 recruitment year. A total of 441 vacancies have been announced across eight taluks of Bidar district.
Eligible women and transgender women candidates can submit their applications online. The recruitment includes 110 Anganwadi Worker vacancies and 331 Anganwadi Helper vacancies. The online application process started on 11 November 2026, and the last date to apply is 11 December 2026.
Candidates interested in these posts should check the educational qualification, age limit, local residence requirements, vacancy distribution and application instructions before submitting the online form.
DWCD Bidar Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Department | Department of Women and Child Development, Bidar |
| Government | Government of Karnataka |
| Recruiting Office | Office of the Deputy Director, DWCD Bidar |
| Post Names | Anganwadi Worker and Anganwadi Helper |
| Total Vacancies | 441 |
| Anganwadi Worker | 110 Posts |
| Anganwadi Helper | 331 Posts |
| Notification Number | 2920 |
| Notification Date | 05 November 2026 |
| Recruitment Year | 2026–27 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Bidar District, Karnataka |
| Eligible Applicants | Women and transgender women |
| Age Limit | 19–35 Years |
| Application Start Date | 11 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 December 2026 |
| Official Website | https://bidar.nic.in/ |
DWCD Bidar Vacancy 2026 – Post Details
A total of 441 Anganwadi vacancies have been announced under this recruitment.
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Anganwadi Worker (Anganwadi Karyakarthe) | 110 |
| Anganwadi Helper (Anganwadi Sahayaki) | 331 |
| Total | 441 |
Taluk-Wise Vacancy Details
The vacancies are distributed across eight taluks of Bidar district under the respective Child Development Projects.
| Sl. No. | Taluk | Child Development Project | Worker | Helper |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basavakalyan | Basavakalyan | 25 | 47 |
| 2 | Hulsoor | Basavakalyan | 1 | 11 |
| 3 | Humnabad | Humnabad | 6 | 34 |
| 4 | Chitguppa | Humnabad | 3 | 25 |
| 5 | Aurad | Santhpur (B) | 27 | 56 |
| 6 | Kamalnagar | Santhpur (B) | 5 | 12 |
| 7 | Bidar | Bidar | 27 | 103 |
| 8 | Bhalki | Bhalki | 16 | 43 |
| Total | 110 | 331 |
Important: The notification also provides centre-wise vacancy and reservation details. Candidates should check the specific Anganwadi centre, Gram Panchayat or urban ward and applicable category before applying.
Educational Qualification
The educational qualification differs for Anganwadi Worker and Anganwadi Helper posts.
1. Anganwadi Worker
- Candidates should have passed PUC (Pre-University Course) or an equivalent qualification.
- Kannada must have been studied as the first or second language in SSLC.
- Candidates should satisfy the local residence conditions applicable to the selected Anganwadi centre.
2. Anganwadi Helper
- Candidates should have passed SSLC (10th Standard) or an equivalent qualification.
- Kannada must have been studied as the first or second language in SSLC.
- Candidates should fulfil the local residence requirements for the relevant Anganwadi centre.
Candidates should refer to the official notification for the complete educational qualification and supporting-document requirements.
Age Limit
The prescribed age limit for the DWCD Bidar Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 is given below.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 19 Years |
| Maximum Age | 35 Years |
| Persons with Disabilities | 10 Years Age Relaxation |
The age eligibility must be checked against the applicable recruitment conditions in the official notification.
Local Residence Eligibility
Local residence is an important condition for this recruitment because the vacancies are linked to individual Anganwadi centres.
- For a rural Anganwadi centre, the candidate must reside in the revenue village in which the centre is located.
- For an urban Anganwadi centre, the candidate must reside in the revenue ward of the relevant centre.
- Candidates residing in a local hamlet (Majire), Tanda or Hadi must provide the required residence certificate from the competent authority.
- A residence verification certificate for the preceding three years from the Tahsildar or Deputy Tahsildar is required.
- Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card or Ration Card may be submitted as supporting residence documents, as applicable.
Candidates should carefully check the centre-wise eligibility and residence conditions before selecting a vacancy.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 05 November 2026 |
| Public Announcement | 06 November 2026 |
| Online Application Begins | 11 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 11 December 2026 |
Last Date Reminder: The online application and supporting documents must be submitted within the prescribed application period. Documents submitted after the online application will not be considered.
Selection Process
The selection is governed by the applicable Karnataka Government guidelines for Anganwadi Worker and Helper appointments.
Candidates should note the following points:
- Selection is based on the prescribed eligibility and merit criteria.
- Marks obtained in the required educational qualification are considered under the applicable selection guidelines.
- Additional preference or bonus marks may apply to specified eligible categories and qualifications under the recruitment rules.
- Where candidates secure equal marks, the prescribed tie-breaking and preference rules will be followed.
- The final selection is subject to verification of eligibility and supporting documents by the competent authority.
Candidates should read the official notification carefully for the detailed merit calculation, preference conditions and selection rules.
Nature of Appointment and Salary
The Anganwadi Worker and Anganwadi Helper posts are described as honorary service posts. These are temporary, honorarium-based appointments and should not be treated as regular permanent government posts.
The notification information available for this recruitment does not clearly specify a fixed honorarium amount. Candidates should therefore refer to the official notification or contact the DWCD Bidar office for clarification regarding the applicable honorarium.
Application Fee
The recruitment information available does not specify a separate application fee. Candidates should check the official online application instructions for any applicable payment requirements before submitting the form.
Documents Required
Candidates should prepare the necessary documents before starting the online application.
The documents mentioned in the recruitment information include:
- Birth Certificate or SSLC Marks Card showing date of birth.
- Educational qualification marks card.
- Residence verification certificate issued within the prescribed period by the Tahsildar or Deputy Tahsildar.
- Caste Certificate issued by the Tahsildar, where applicable.
- Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card or Ration Card.
- Husband’s Death Certificate and Widow Certificate, where applicable.
- Disability Certificate and UDID Card, where applicable.
- Divorce Certificate issued by a court, where applicable.
- Certificate relating to former Devadasi status, where applicable.
- Relevant residence certificate for eligible residents of reformatory institutions or State women’s homes.
- Certificate for project-displaced persons, where applicable.
Document Instructions: The notification requires the relevant documents to be uploaded with the online application. Documents must be clear and attested by a Gazetted Officer as prescribed. Proof of widow pension or disability pension should not be treated as a substitute for the specific certificates required in the notification.
How to Apply Online for DWCD Bidar Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can follow the steps below to submit their applications:
- Visit the official Bidar district website: https://bidar.nic.in/
- Open the Announcements section.
- Find the notification titled Application for the Posts of Anganwadi Worker and Anganwadi Helper Posts.
- Read the official recruitment notification and eligibility conditions carefully.
- Open the online application link provided in the announcement.
- Select the appropriate district, project, taluk and Anganwadi centre as required.
- Enter the personal, educational and other required details correctly.
- Upload the necessary documents in the prescribed format.
- Review the application form and verify all entered information.
- Submit the application before 11 December 2026.
- Save or print the submitted application and acknowledgement for future reference.
Important: Applications are accepted online only. Candidates should upload all required documents along with the application. Applications submitted through other modes or documents sent after the application will not be considered.
Important Instructions for Applicants
- Check the centre-wise vacancy list before choosing an Anganwadi centre.
- Ensure that the local residence conditions are fulfilled.
- Enter personal and educational details exactly as mentioned in the supporting certificates.
- Upload clear copies of all required documents.
- Do not wait until the last date to submit the online application.
- Keep the application acknowledgement safely after submission.
- Read the official notification for category-specific and centre-specific conditions.
- Remember that these are temporary honorary service posts and not regular permanent government appointments.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are announced under DWCD Bidar Recruitment 2026?
A total of 441 vacancies have been announced, including 110 Anganwadi Worker posts and 331 Anganwadi Helper posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for Bidar Anganwadi Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 11 December 2026.
Q3. What is the educational qualification for Anganwadi Worker posts?
Candidates should have passed PUC or an equivalent qualification and must have studied Kannada as the first or second language in SSLC.
Q4. What is the educational qualification for Anganwadi Helper posts?
Candidates should have passed SSLC (10th Standard) or an equivalent qualification and must have studied Kannada as the first or second language.
Q5. What is the age limit for DWCD Bidar Anganwadi Recruitment 2026?
The prescribed age limit is 19 to 35 years. Persons with disabilities are eligible for 10 years of age relaxation.
Q6. Who can apply for Bidar Anganwadi Worker and Helper posts?
Eligible women and transgender women who satisfy the prescribed educational, age and local residence conditions can apply.
Q7. Is local residence required for this recruitment?
Yes. Candidates must satisfy the applicable revenue village or revenue ward residence conditions for the Anganwadi centre concerned.
Q8. How many Anganwadi Worker posts are available?
There are 110 Anganwadi Worker vacancies.
Q9. How many Anganwadi Helper posts are available?
There are 331 Anganwadi Helper vacancies.
Q10. What is the application mode?
Applications must be submitted online through the application link provided on the official Bidar district website.
Q11. Is the Anganwadi appointment permanent?
No. The posts are described as temporary honorary service posts on an honorarium basis.
Q12. Where can candidates check the official notification?
Candidates can visit the Bidar district official website at https://bidar.nic.in/ and open the Announcements section.
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