Job Opportunity: Anganwadi Workers and Helpers
Department of Social Welfare, Women & Child Development, Chandigarh Administration
Public Notice No. ICDS-Cell/2025/51
Dated: 20.01.2025
Applications are invited for the recruitment of Anganwadi Workers (AWW) and Anganwadi Helpers (AWH) for various Anganwadi Centres in the Union Territory of Chandigarh. This is an excellent opportunity for eligible women from the local community to contribute to the welfare and development of society.
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Positions Available
Anganwadi Workers
- Vacancies: 7
- Educational Qualification: Minimum 10+2 (Intermediate)
- Age Limit: 18-35 years
- Monthly Honorarium: ₹4,500 from Centre Budget + ₹3,600 from State Budget
Anganwadi Helpers
- Vacancies: 32
- Educational Qualification: Minimum 10+2 (Intermediate)
- Age Limit: 18-35 years
- Monthly Honorarium: ₹2,500 from Centre Budget + ₹1,800 from State Budget
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Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- Minimum qualification: 10+2 pass.
Residence:
- Applicant should be a female resident of the local community or an area within a 3-km radius of the Anganwadi Centre.
- In special cases, applications from the SDM-wise zone may be considered.
Age Limit:
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 35 years
Reservation:
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Roles & Responsibilities
Anganwadi Workers:
- Conduct community engagement and support activities under the Poshan 2.0 program.
- Maintain data and reports using the Poshan Tracker app.
- Organize nutrition programs, health checkups, and pre-school activities for children aged 3-6 years.
- Provide counseling on breastfeeding, health education, and family planning.
- Coordinate with local institutions and health officials.
Anganwadi Helpers:
- Cook and serve food to beneficiaries.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the Anganwadi Centre.
- Assist in pre-school activities and support the Anganwadi Worker in daily operations.
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Vacancy Locations
Detailed lists of vacant positions for both AWWs and AWHs are provided in the attached annexure. Candidates can apply for the centers listed in their respective local areas.
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Application Process
Submission Deadline:
- Applications must be submitted by 31.01.2025, 1:00 PM.
- Late or incomplete applications will be rejected.
How to Apply:
- Applications should be addressed to the Director Social Welfare (ICDS), Women and Child Development, Chandigarh Administration.
- Submit applications to:
Town Hall Extension Building, 3rd Floor, Room No. 307, Sector 17-C, Chandigarh.
Required Documents (Self-Attested):
- Educational qualification certificates
- Proof of date of birth
- Aadhar Card/Voter Card/Residence Proof
- Caste/Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Experience Certificate (if any)
Application Form:
- Download the prescribed format from the official website: chdsw.gov.in.
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Additional Notes
- The Department reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of vacancies without prior notice.
- Intimation about interviews will be available on the official website; no separate communication will be provided.
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For more details, visit: chdsw.gov.in
Be a part of the mission to empower and uplift communities. Apply now!
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