AP Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 - 230 Anganwadi Helper Posts

• Post Name: Anganwadi Helper (Aaya)
• Total Vacancies: 230
• Department: Women Development & Child Welfare Department, Sri Sathya Sai District
• Location: Andhra Pradesh (Kadiri Division)

Qualification Requirements

• Candidates must have passed the 10th Class (SSC) or its equivalent
• Can be any stream (General, Commerce, or Science)
• Must have original certificates for verification

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 21 years
• Maximum Age: 35 years
• Age Reference Date: 01-07-2026
• Age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories

Other Requirements

• Gender: Female candidates only (Married women preferred)
• Residency: Must be a local resident of the village/hamlet where the Anganwadi Centre is located
• Caste Certificate: Mandatory for reserved category candidates
• Aadhaar Card: Required for verification

• Monthly Salary: ₹7,000
• Consolidated Pay: ₹7,000 to ₹11,500 per month (as per govt norms)
• Job Type: State Government - ICDS (Integrated Child Development Services)

Candidates will be selected based on:

• Educational Qualifications: 10th Class merit/marks
• Certificate Verification: Verification of all educational and identity documents
• Local Candidature Check: Verification that candidate is from the same village/hamlet
• Reservation Rules: Selection as per government reservation policy (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
• Category Eligibility: Women candidates only

• 10th Class Mark Memo (Original & Photocopies)
• 10th Class Pass Certificate (Original & Photocopy)
• Birth Certificate or Proof of Date of Birth (Photocopy)
• Aadhaar Card (Copy)
• Proof of Residence - Voter ID, Ration Card, or Utility Bill (Copy)
• Caste Certificate (if applicable, Original & Copy)
• Disability Certificate (if applicable)
• Passport-size Photographs - 4 copies (color)
• Any other government-issued ID proof

Application Process (Offline Only)

1. Obtain application form from the respective ICDS Project Office in your location
2. Available at Project locations: Kadiri, Nallacheruvu, Dharmavaram, Battalapalli, C.K.Palli
3. Fill the application form completely with all required information
4. Attach self-attested copies of all required certificates as per the document list
5. Submit the completed application to the respective ICDS Project Office
6. Last date for offline submission: June 18, 2026
7. Keep original documents for verification at the time of selection

• Application Fee: NIL - No fee required for this recruitment
• Completely free and open application

• Vacancies filled as per government of Andhra Pradesh reservation policy
• SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories eligible as per guidelines
• PWD (Persons with Disabilities) candidates eligible with applicable relaxations
• Female candidates form the exclusive eligible pool

• Applications received after the deadline will NOT be considered
• Only offline applications are accepted - No online application
• Candidates from the same village/hamlet where Anganwadi Centre is located will be preferred
• Married women are given preference in this recruitment
• All documents must be original for verification
• Candidates must be able to work with children aged 0-6 years
• Knowledge of local language (Telugu) is necessary

Q1: Is this a permanent or temporary job?

A: This is a Government of Andhra Pradesh position under ICDS (Integrated Child Development Services). It is a regular state government post with salary and benefits as per government norms.

Q2: What if I don't pass 10th class? Can I apply?

A: No, candidates must have passed 10th Class (SSC) or equivalent. This is a mandatory eligibility criterion.

Q3: Can male candidates apply?

A: No, this recruitment is exclusively for female/women candidates only.

Q4: What is the maximum age allowed?

A: Maximum age is 35 years as of 01-07-2026. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories as per government rules.

Q5: Do I need to be married to apply?

A: While married women are given preference, it is not a strict eligibility criterion. However, most selected candidates are typically married women.

Q6: Can I apply if I am not from the same village?

A: You must be a local resident of the village/hamlet where the Anganwadi Centre is located. This is a mandatory eligibility criterion to ensure community-based services.

Q7: Is the application fee refundable?

A: There is no application fee for this recruitment, so the question of refund does not arise.

Q8: What is the main responsibility of an Anganwadi Helper?

A: Anganwadi Helpers assist in providing ICDS services including nutrition, health checkups, and early childhood development for children aged 0-6 years. They support the main Anganwadi Worker in day-to-day activities.

Q9: How will candidates be selected?

A: Selection is based on educational merit (10th class marks), verification of certificates, local candidature confirmation, and government reservation rules. There is no written exam or interview.

Q10: What are the working hours?

A: Typical working hours are 3.5 to 4 hours per day, depending on the Anganwadi Centre schedule. Usually operates during morning and evening sessions for children.

District: Sri Sathya Sai District, Andhra Pradesh

Department: Women Development & Child Welfare Department

Recruitment Centers (ICDS Project Offices):

• Kadiri ICDS Project Office - Kadiri Division
• Nallacheruvu ICDS Project Office - Nallacheruvu Division
• Dharmavaram ICDS Project Office - Dharmavaram Division
• Battalapalli ICDS Project Office - Battalapalli Division
• C.K.Palli ICDS Project Office - C.K.Palli Division

• Official Website: srisathyasai.ap.gov.in
• Official Notification PDF: Available at ICDS Project Offices and District Office

This is a unique opportunity for women candidates in Andhra Pradesh to join government services under the ICDS programme. The recruitment process is transparent and merit-based. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying and ensure they meet all eligibility criteria.

Last Date to Apply: June 18, 2026 (TODAY)