Who Should Apply Age: 18–35 years (General category). Age relaxation as per standard government rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD. Education: Intermediate (12th standard) pass or equivalent qualification. Domicile: Likely Uttar Pradesh domicile preference — confirm in official notification. Gender: Open to all. Reserved seats may apply for SC/ST/OBC as per government policy. The Anganwadi Karyakatri role is open to any candidate who has completed their 12th standard education and falls within the age bracket. This is an entry-level position requiring no prior work experience. Women candidates form the majority of applicants in previous Anganwadi recruitment cycles, though the post remains open to all genders. If you are unsure about your exact age category or eligibility for age relaxation, use our age calculator to confirm. The upper age limit of 35 years is firm; ensure your date of birth falls on or before the closing date to remain eligible. Salary and Career Growth Anganwadi Karyakatri: Honorarium-based remuneration (typically ₹2,500–₹4,500 monthly depending on state norms). Not a regular salary position; disbursed through government welfare schemes. Estimated in-hand: Full honorarium received as no tax deduction or pension contribution applies to honorarium roles. Tenure: Renewable annual contract; typically 1–3-year cycles subject to performance and re-recruitment notification. Anganwadi worker honorarium is lower than regular government salaries but offers job security within the ICDS framework and eligibility for future permanent recruitment drives. After 5–10 years of satisfactory service, candidates may transition to Anganwadi Supervisor (Poshan Sahayika) or other child development roles offering higher pay scales (Level 3–4 in some states). Use our salary calculator to estimate your net in-hand amount based on state-specific honorarium slabs. Career progression depends on performance evaluations, capacity-building training, and availability of higher posts in your district. How to Apply Visit the official application portal at in your web browser. Search for the notification titled "Etawah UP Anganwadi Anganwadi Karyakatri 2026" or navigate to the Recruitment section. Click the "Apply Online" button. You will be prompted to create a new account or log in if you have an existing account. Fill in your personal details: full name (as per Aadhaar/certificate), date of birth, father's name, email address, and mobile number. Ensure all information matches your documents exactly. Enter your educational qualifications. Upload your 10th and 12th pass certificates in PDF format (maximum 1 MB per file). If certificates are unavailable, upload marksheets or provisional certificates. Upload a recent passport-size photograph (white background, 200×300 pixels, JPEG format, maximum 500 KB). Use our image resizer to adjust dimensions and file size to meet portal specifications. Upload your signature scan (white background, JPEG, maximum 200 KB) using the same tool. Select your category (General/OBC/SC/ST), district, and preferred center. Review all entries for accuracy. Once submitted, you cannot edit the form. Click the final "Submit" button. Download and save your application acknowledgement receipt. Note your application number (usually displayed on the receipt and also emailed to your registered email). Save this number — you will need it to check results and appear for any subsequent rounds. Important: Applications close on 30 August 2026. Submit well before midnight to avoid technical glitches. Keep a backup of your login credentials and application number in a safe place. Common Mistakes That Get Applications Rejected Mismatched personal details: Name, date of birth, or father's name in your form differs from certificates or Aadhaar. The portal performs automated validation against state databases; any mismatch results in automatic rejection. Ensure consistency across all documents. Photograph/signature format violation: Photo uploaded with coloured background, incorrect dimensions (must be 200×300 pixels), or signature containing text/watermarks. Use only plain white background photos. Signature must be simple and legible without any text. Incomplete educational proof: Uploading only 10th certificate without 12th marksheet or vice versa. The portal requires proof of Intermediate (12th) qualification. If you have an equivalent diploma or certificate, include it alongside your 12th documents. Exceeding file size limits: Uploading PDFs or images larger than the specified maximum (typically 500 KB for photos, 1 MB for certificates). Files that exceed limits are rejected during upload or processed incorrectly during verification. Incorrect category selection: Selecting a reserved category (SC/ST/OBC) without a valid caste certificate on file or entering a category that differs from your certificate. Category once submitted is difficult to change post-submission. Missing or expired ID proof: