MP Anganwadi Worker & Helper Online Form 2026 — 2548 Posts
The Madhya Pradesh Women & Child Development (WCD) Department has invited online applications for 2,548 Anganwadi Worker (Karyakarta) and Anganwadi Helper (Sahayika) posts across the state. These are honorarium-based community posts for local women, filled purely on merit with no written examination. Applications are open from 01 July to 13 July 2026 through the MP Online Chayan portal. Below are the complete details — vacancies, eligibility, dates, honorarium, selection and how to apply.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Anganwadi Worker (Karyakarta) | As per district |
| Anganwadi Helper (Sahayika) | As per district |
| Total | 2,548 |
Eligibility
| Educational Qualification | Only female candidates are eligible. Applicants must be permanent residents of the same village (rural) or ward (urban) where the vacancy is located, and generally must have passed Class 12th (the exact minimum qualification for Helper may be relaxed — refer to the notification for the post-wise requirement). |
| Age Limit | Maximum 35 years (as on 01 January 2025), with age relaxation as per Madhya Pradesh government rules. |
| Age Relaxation | As per MP government rules (relaxation for reserved categories, widows/divorced/deserted women as applicable). |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 01 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 13 July 2026 |
Application Fee
| All Categories | No application fee (nominal MP Online portal charge may apply) |
Salary / Pay
These are honorarium posts, not regular pay-scale jobs. As per current MP rules, an Anganwadi Worker draws a monthly honorarium in the region of ₹13,000 and an Anganwadi Helper around ₹7,000 (approximate; yearly increments apply). Confirm the exact honorarium in the notification/government order.
Selection Process
There is no written examination. Selection is based purely on a merit/scoring system (a 100-point merit as per MP norms), considering educational qualification and prescribed criteria. The final merit list is prepared district-wise.
How to Apply
Apply online only through the MP Online Chayan portal (chayan.mponline.gov.in) between 01 and 13 July 2026. Fill the form for your village/ward vacancy, upload documents and submit before the last date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for MP Anganwadi Worker/Helper?
Only female candidates who are permanent residents of the same village or ward where the vacancy is located, and who meet the qualification.
Is there a written exam?
No — selection is on a merit/scoring system, not a written test.
What is the honorarium?
Approximately ₹13,000 for a Worker and ₹7,000 for a Helper per month (indicative; confirm in the notification).