SSWCD Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 [6110 Post] Notification OUT, Apply Online

Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2026: The Directorate of Social Security, Women & Child Development (SSWCD), Punjab has released the official notification for Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2026. A total of 6110 vacancies have been announced, including 1316 Anganwadi Workers (AWW) and 4794 Anganwadi Helpers (AWH) across all districts of Punjab. The online application process will start on 19 November 2025 and continue until 20 March 2026. Only female candidates are eligible to apply for these posts. The application deadline is extended up to 20 March 2026.

The recruitment will be conducted online through the official website sswcd.punjab.gov.in. No offline applications will be accepted. Candidates must carefully read the eligibility conditions related to educational qualification, age limit, residential requirements, fee details and selection criteria before applying.

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Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details and Qualification

Age Limit: The age limit to apply for AWW: 21 to 37 years, and for AWH: 18 to 37 years. Age will be calculated as per the last date of online application. The age relaxation will be given as per the rules of the Punjab Govt.

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Residential Eligibility

Candidates must be residents of the concerned village/ward where the Anganwadi Center is located.

Valid residential proof includes:

• Domicile Certificate
• Voter ID with current voter list entry
• Aadhaar Card (minimum 6 months old)
• Husband’s documents for married women (where applicable)

Without valid residential proof, the application will not be considered.

Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process includes:

1. Scrutiny of Application
2. Merit List based on educational qualification
3. Interview
4. Document Verification
5. Final Selection

Merit will be prepared using weighted averages of academic marks and interview performance.

How to Apply for Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official website: sswcd.punjab.gov.in
2. Click on the recruitment advertisement
3. Register with your email ID and mobile number
4. Login using received OTP
5. Select Anganwadi Engagement Portal
6. Enter Anganwadi Centre Code (available in PDF)
7. Select the post (AWW/AWH)
8. Fill in the application form and upload documents
9. Submit the form and pay the fee online
10. Download and save the application form for future use

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