WCD Cuttack Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026

About This Job

WCD Cuttack has released a notification for 6 Anganwadi Worker posts in Cuttack district, Odisha. Candidates who have passed 12th standard (+2) from a recognised board can apply online. Last date to apply is 08 April 2026. The monthly honorarium is Rs. 10,000. Only female candidates are eligible to apply.

Women and Child Development Department (WCD) Cuttack Anganwadi Worker Recruitment 2026 - 6 Posts

The Women and Child Development Department (WCD), Cuttack district, Odisha, has announced engagement of 6 Anganwadi Workers through the official Anganwadi Engagement Portal. Anganwadi Workers play a vital role in India's Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) programme by delivering nutrition, health education, and early childhood care services at the grassroots level. No written exam is required for this recruitment, and selection will be based entirely on merit from your 12th class marks. If you are a woman resident of Cuttack district with a 12th pass qualification, this is a great opportunity to serve your community.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: You must have passed 12th standard (+2) from a recognised board or university.
• Language Requirement: You must have passed Odia as a subject up to Class 7.
• Gender: Only female candidates are eligible to apply.
• Domicile: You must be a permanent resident of the area where the Anganwadi centre is located. You should belong to the survey list identified for the centre.

Age Limit

• You should be between 18 and 35 years old as on 01 January 2026.
• Age Relaxation: Relaxation in upper age limit is available for SC/ST/OBC and other reserved categories as per Government of Odisha rules.

Salary

• Selected Anganwadi Workers will receive a monthly honorarium of Rs. 10,000.
• This is a contractual engagement under the ICDS programme, and the honorarium is subject to revision as per Government of Odisha orders.

Application Fee

• No application fee is required for this recruitment.
• You can apply free of cost through the online portal.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

Selection is based on merit. There is no written examination for this post.

1. Merit List: A merit list will be prepared based on your 12th class (+2) marks. Higher marks mean better ranking in the list.
2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification where you need to produce original certificates.
3. Final Selection: Based on the merit list and successful document verification, the final engagement order will be issued.

How to Apply

1. Go to the Anganwadi Engagement Portal at engagement-awc.odisha.gov.in.
2. Click on Public Signup and register yourself with your details.
3. Log in using your credentials and find the Cuttack district vacancy advertisement.
4. Fill in the online application form with your personal and educational details.
5. Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature.
6. Review all details carefully and submit the application.
7. Take a printout of the submitted application for your records.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 25 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 08 April 2026
• Merit List / Selection Date: To be announced

• Conduct surveys and maintain records of children aged 0-6 years, pregnant women, and nursing mothers in the assigned area
• Provide supplementary nutrition, pre-school education, and health check-ups at the Anganwadi centre
• Educate women on nutrition, hygiene, breastfeeding, and childcare practices through home visits
• Assist health staff in immunisation drives and vitamin supplementation for children
• Maintain registers and submit monthly reports to the CDPO on centre activities
• Organise community meetings and awareness programmes on maternal and child health
• Refer malnourished children and high-risk pregnant women to the nearest health facility