Uttar Pradesh Anganwadi Recruitment: 69,206 Positions Opening Soon

Uttar Pradesh is set to open recruitment for 69,206 Anganwadi positions, including roles for workers and assistants. The Chief Secretary has mandated a transparent process, with recruitment committees established in each district to oversee the initiative. This recruitment is a significant opportunity for women in the state, aiming to enhance child development services. The Anganwadi centers are also being upgraded under the "Saksham Anganwadi" scheme, promising better facilities for children and women. Read on for detailed insights into the recruitment process and the new job openings.

By Sourabh Singh Oct 17, 2025, 13:45 IST

Uttar Pradesh Anganwadi Recruitment Announcement

The recruitment process for 69,206 Anganwadi roles is set to commence shortly in Uttar Pradesh. The state government has instructed district magistrates to ensure that the recruitment is conducted in a transparent and timely manner.

This news is particularly beneficial for women residing in Uttar Pradesh, as numerous positions will soon be available for application. The recruitment will be conducted under the Child Development Services and Nutrition Department. Here are the details you need to know...

The Anganwadi recruitment initiative will soon kick off in the Child Development Services and Nutrition Department of Uttar Pradesh. This recruitment drive will include 7,952 positions for Anganwadi workers and 61,254 positions for Anganwadi assistants. Chief Secretary S.P. Goyal has mandated that the recruitment process be executed transparently, fairly, and within the designated timeframe. He emphasized the need for a standardized recruitment schedule across all districts to ensure consistency and prevent delays.

Details of the Vacancies

Leena Johri, the Additional Chief Secretary for Women's Welfare, explained that out of the 7,952 Anganwadi worker positions, 2,123 are linked to the pre-selection process, 306 are for newly established Anganwadi centers, and 5,523 have been created following the upgrade of mini Anganwadi workers to primary workers. Among the 61,254 assistant positions, 38,994 have become vacant due to retirements or deaths, while 22,260 have been generated by converting mini Anganwadi centers into primary centers. This brings the total to 69,206 new job openings.

Formation of Recruitment Committees in Districts

The Chief Secretary has instructed that a recruitment committee be established in each district, led by the District Magistrate (DM). This committee will oversee the recruitment process to ensure complete transparency. All districts are required to plan the recruitment schedule in advance to ensure timely completion of all stages.

Enhancement of the "Saksham Anganwadi" Scheme

During the meeting, it was noted that 23,697 Anganwadi centers in the state are being upgraded to "Saksham Anganwadis." Each center will be equipped with facilities such as nutrition gardens, rainwater harvesting systems, RO machines, LED screens, ECCE materials, wall paintings, and minor civil works. The Chief Secretary urged for the swift completion of the buildings under this initiative to provide improved facilities for children and women in every village.