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The Women and Child Development Department (WCD), Tumakuru District, has officially released a large-scale recruitment notification for Anganwadi Worker and Anganwadi Helper positions. A total of 946 vacancies have been announced, inviting applications from eligible and interested female candidates across Tumakuru district, Karnataka.
Applicants who meet the required eligibility criteria can submit their online applications before the last date 09 January 2026. Detailed guidelines including the application procedure, required documents, vacancy details, age limit, and selection process are provided below.
Recruitment Overview
- Organization Name: Women and Child Development Department (WCD)
- Post Names:
- Anganwadi Worker
- Anganwadi Helper
- Total Vacancies: 946
- Job Location: Tumakuru, Karnataka
- Mode of Application: Online
- Application Closing Date: 09 January 2026
- Application Starting Date: 10 December 2025
Post Details
1. Anganwadi Worker
Anganwadi Workers play a crucial role in the functioning of Anganwadi Centres. Their duties include managing early childhood care, implementing nutrition programs, maintaining records, and supporting community welfare activities.
2. Anganwadi Helper
Anganwadi Helpers support workers by assisting in daily operations, food preparation, maintaining cleanliness, and helping with children’s activities.
Both positions are exclusively for female candidates.
Brief Summary
The WCD Department of Tumakuru has invited online applications for 946 Anganwadi Worker and Helper posts across various Anganwadi Centres in the district. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply online starting 10 December 2025. The official notification PDF and online application link are available on the WCD website. Candidates must carefully read the instructions and ensure all required documents are uploaded correctly before submission.
Application Fee
There is no application fee for applying to these posts. All candidates can apply free of cost.
Required Documents
Applicants must keep the following documents ready before submitting their online application:
- Educational qualification certificates
- Date of birth certificate
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Valid ID proof (Aadhaar/EPIC/Driving License)
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Any other relevant supporting documents as mentioned in the notification
All documents must be uploaded in the specified format while filling the online application form.
Selection Process
Candidates will be selected based on eligibility criteria, including educational qualification, age, and reservation category norms. The WCD department will prepare a shortlist after verifying the information submitted by applicants. Further instructions or additional stages (if any) will be communicated through the official website.
Age Limit
As per the latest guidelines of the Women and Child Development Department:
- Minimum Age: 19 years
- Maximum Age: 35 years
Candidates within this age range are eligible to apply online for both Anganwadi Worker and Helper posts.
Age relaxation is applicable for eligible reserved categories as per government norms.
How to Apply Online – Step-by-Step Guide
Eligible and interested candidates can follow the steps given below to complete their online application successfully:
- Visit the official website of the Women and Child Development Department.
- Navigate to the Recruitment / Anganwadi Recruitment section.
- Click on the link for “Anganwadi Worker & Helper Recruitment 2026 (Tumakuru)”.
- Open the online application form.
- Fill in all required personal, educational, and address details carefully.
- Upload the necessary documents in the correct format and file size.
- Verify all information entered in the application form.
- Click on “Submit” to complete your online application.
- After submission, download or print the application form/receipt for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting Date to Apply Online | 10 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 09 January 2026 |
Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute website traffic issues.
Important Links
- Official Notification (PDF): Click Here
- Official Website: karnemakaone.kar.nic.in
- Apply Online Link: Click Here
Final Note to Applicants
Before applying, candidates should thoroughly read the official notification available on the website. Ensure that all personal details and uploaded documents are accurate and complete. Once the application is submitted, no major corrections can be made.
This recruitment provides a valuable opportunity for women residing in Tumakuru district to secure a government-supported position and contribute to community welfare through Anganwadi services.
