The Women and Child Development Department (WCD), Davanagere, has invited applications for the recruitment of 205 vacant Anganwadi Worker and Anganwadi Helper posts across various taluks of the district. In addition, applications have also been invited for the 6-month Diploma in Co-operative Management (DCM) Training Programme.
Highlights
- 205 Anganwadi vacancies announced in Davanagere district.
- Last date to apply: July 22, 2026.
- Applications invited for Diploma in Co-operative Management (DCM) training.
- No application fee and no written examination.
Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
The recruitment notification has been issued for Anganwadi Centres functioning under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) projects in the following taluks:
- Davanagere
- Jagaluru
- Harihar
- Channagiri
- Honnali
- Nyamathi
Total Vacancies
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Anganwadi Worker | 22 |
| Anganwadi Helper | 183 |
| Total | 205 |
Eligible women candidates and transgender women candidates are invited to apply.
Eligibility Criteria
Anganwadi Worker
- Must be a woman or transgender woman.
- Must have passed PUC (12th Standard).
- Must be a resident of the village/ward where the Anganwadi Centre is located.
- Age limit: 18 to 35 years (relaxation applicable as per government rules).
Anganwadi Helper
- Must be a woman or transgender woman.
- Must have passed SSLC (10th Standard).
- Must be a resident of the village/ward where the Anganwadi Centre is located.
- Age limit: 18 to 35 years.
Honorarium
The Anganwadi positions are honorary service posts and not regular government jobs. The approximate monthly honorarium is:
| Post | Monthly Honorarium |
|---|---|
| Anganwadi Worker | ₹11,800 |
| Anganwadi Helper | ₹6,500 |
Additional benefits such as Poshan 2.0 performance incentives and uniform allowance may also be provided as per government norms.
Selection Process
There will be no written examination.
Candidates will be selected based on:
- Educational qualifications.
- Local residency criteria.
- Merit list prepared as per departmental guidelines.
Important: Applicants can apply only for vacancies available in the Anganwadi Centre located within their own village or ward.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit:
- SSLC/PUC Marks Card and Certificates.
- Age Proof (SSLC Certificate or Birth Certificate).
- Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
- Aadhaar Card.
- Residence Certificate.
- Passport-size photographs.
- Ration Card (if applicable).
Application Procedure
Applications must be submitted offline.
Steps to Apply
- Collect the prescribed application form free of cost from the concerned Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) office.
- Fill in the application form and attach all required documents.
- Place the application in a sealed cover.
- Submit it personally in the Tender Box at the respective CDPO office.
Application Fee
No Application Fee
Last Date
July 22, 2026
Contact Details
- CDPO Office, Davanagere: 08192-263219
- CDPO Office, Harihar: 08192-241431
- CDPO Office, Jagaluru: 08196-227132
- CDPO Office, Channagiri: 08189-295455
- CDPO Office, Honnali & Nyamathi: 08188-251283
The information was provided by Rajanayaka, Deputy Director of the Women and Child Development Department.
Diploma in Co-operative Management (DCM) Training
Applications are also invited for the 6-month Diploma in Co-operative Management (DCM) course conducted by the Karnataka State Co-operative Federation.
Training Centres
The programme will be conducted at:
- Bengaluru
- Mysuru
- Madikeri
- Moodbidri
- Shivamogga
- Dharwad
- Belagavi
- Kalaburagi
Course Commencement
The training programme will begin in July 2026.
Last Date to Apply
June 30, 2026
Interested candidates should submit the prescribed application form to the Principal of the respective training institute before the deadline.
Special facilities and concessions are available for SC/ST candidates as per government rules.
A Good Opportunity for Women
Women who have completed SSLC or PUC can benefit from these two opportunities—Anganwadi recruitment and Diploma in Co-operative Management training. Both offer a chance to build a career without any application fee or written examination.
