Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2025 – 6110 Worker & Helper Posts (Application Re-Open), important dates

Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2025: Directorate of Social Security and Women & Child Development (SSWCD), Punjab has released the official notification for Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2025 for 6110 Anganwadi Worker (AWW) and Anganwadi Helper (AWH) posts across the state. Eligible female candidates can apply online through the official portal. The online application process originally started from 19 November 2025 and was extended till 11 March,2026(05:00 PM). The recruitment includes 1316 Worker posts and 4794 Helper posts.

In this article, you will find complete details including eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, district-wise vacancies, selection process, salary, and step-by-step application procedure. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification before applying. The online application process started from 19 November 2025 and the last date to submit the form was 12 December 2025 (extended).

Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2025 Overview

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Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2025 has been announced by the Directorate of Social Security and Women & Child Development, Punjab under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme. The recruitment aims to fill 6110 vacancies for Anganwadi Workers and Anganwadi Helpers across various districts of Punjab.

This recruitment plays a significant role in strengthening child development, nutrition programs, and women welfare initiatives across rural and urban areas. Anganwadi Workers are responsible for implementing ICDS programs, supervising health and nutrition services, maintaining records, and community outreach activities. Anganwadi Helpers assist in daily center operations including food preparation and childcare support.

The selection process is primarily merit-based, calculated on the basis of academic qualifications. Only eligible female candidates who meet domicile and language requirements are allowed to apply.

Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2025 Important Dates

Notification Release Date: 17 November 2025
Application Start Date: 19 November 2025
Original Last Date: 10 December 2025
Extended Last Date: 11 March,2026
Re-Open Window: 11 March,2026
Merit List Publication: To be notified
Document Verification: After merit announcement

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Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2025 Application Fee

General Category – Worker: ₹500
General Category – Helper: ₹300
SC / BC / PH – Worker: ₹250
SC / BC / PH – Helper: ₹150
Payment Mode: Online

Age Limit (As on 01 January 2025)

For Anganwadi Helper: 18 to 37 Years
For Anganwadi Worker: 21 to 37 Years

Age Relaxation:

SC / BC / PwD / Widows / Divorced Women: As per Punjab Government rules

Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Anganwadi Worker (AWW)

Must have passed 12th class from a recognized board.
Punjabi language must be passed at Matric level.
Must be resident of the same Gram Panchayat / Ward / Urban area where the Anganwadi Centre is located.

Anganwadi Helper (AWH)

Must have passed 10th class from a recognized board.
Punjabi language passed at Matric level.
Must belong to the same local area of the concerned Anganwadi Centre.

Only female candidates are eligible to apply.

Vacancy Details

District-wise distribution is available in the official notification issued by SSWCD Punjab.

Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2025 Selection Process

1. Preparation of Merit List based on academic marks.
2. Shortlisting of candidates district-wise.
3. Document Verification.
4. Final Selection Order.

There is no written examination for this recruitment.

Salary / Honorarium

Anganwadi Worker: Honorarium as per Punjab Government approved ICDS norms.
Anganwadi Helper: Honorarium as per government norms.

Additional incentives may be provided under various central and state welfare schemes.

Required Documents

Recent passport size photograph
Educational certificates (10th / 12th)
Punjab domicile certificate
Caste certificate (if applicable)
Income certificate (if applicable)
Aadhaar card
Proof of local residency
Affidavit (if required)

Original documents must be produced during verification.

How to Apply online for Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2025 ?

Step 1: Visit the official SSWCD Punjab website.
Step 2: Click on Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2025 notification link.
Step 3: Register using a valid mobile number and email ID.
Step 4: Fill the online application form carefully.
Step 5: Upload required documents.
Step 6: Pay the application fee online as per category.
Step 7: Preview the application form before final submission.
Step 8: Submit the application and download confirmation.
Step 9: Keep a printed copy for future reference.

Pro Tip: Apply only for the Anganwadi Centre located in your residential village/ward to avoid rejection.

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Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2025 FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are announced under Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2025?
A total of 6110 posts have been announced.

Q2. How many Worker and Helper posts are available?
There are 1316 Worker posts and 4794 Helper posts.

Q3. What is the last date to apply online for Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2025 ?
The extended last date was 11 March,2026 (05:00 PM).

Q4. What is the minimum qualification for Anganwadi Worker?
Candidates must have passed 12th class.

Q5. What is the qualification for Anganwadi Helper?
Candidates must have passed 10th class.

Q6. What is the age limit?
Workers: 21–37 years; Helpers: 18–37 years.

Q7. Is Punjabi language mandatory?
Yes, Punjabi must be passed at Matric level.

Q8. Is there any written exam?
No, selection is purely merit-based.

Q9. What is the application fee for General category?
₹500 for Worker and ₹300 for Helper posts.

Q10. Can male candidates apply?
No, only female candidates are eligible.