Women candidates residing in Angul district have a great local employment opportunity! The Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) Project Office, Banarpal has issued official Letter No. 1012/2026 inviting online applications for the position of Anganwadi Worker (ଅଙ୍ଗନୱାଡି କର୍ମୀ) at the Badakhali Anganwadi Center under Gadasantri Gram Panchayat.
Eligible female candidates residing within the designated survey boundaries of the Badakhali center can submit their application forms online through the official portal at engagement-awc.odisha.gov.in between 30th July 2026 and 13th August 2026.
Below is the complete, step-by-step breakdown of eligibility requirements, survey area details, monthly honorarium, document checklist, and important verification dates.
ICDS Banarpal Anganwadi Recruitment 2026: Key Overview
| Key Feature | Official Details |
| Organization | Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS), Banarpal |
| District / GP | Angul District / Gadasantri Gram Panchayat |
| Center Name | Badakhali Anganwadi Center |
| Post Name | Anganwadi Worker (AWW) |
| Monthly Honorarium | ₹10,000/- per month |
| Minimum Qualification | +2 Pass (Higher Secondary) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 35 Years (as on 01.01.2026) |
| Application Mode | Online Only via engagement-awc.odisha.gov.in |
| Online Apply Dates | 30.07.2026 to 13.08.2026 |
| Verification Date | 14.08.2026 (11:00 AM to 02:00 PM) |
(Looking for more Anganwadi and child development job updates across the state? Check out our dedicated master guide on Odisha Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Updates).
Location & House Survey Coverage Details
Applications are invited strictly from female residents living in the specific house survey numbers mapped to the Badakhali Anganwadi Center:
| Sl. No. | Gram Panchayat | Center Name | Area / Village Coverage (House Survey Numbers) | Post Name |
| 01 | Gadasantri | Badakhali | • Badakhali: House Survey No. 01 (Nirola Bhukta’s house) to House Survey No. 96 (Debaraj Bal’s house) • Gangiyajodi: House Survey No. 97 (Gangadhar Nath’s house) to House Survey No. 152 (Indramani Amanta’s house) • Baijhalia Sahi: House Survey No. 153 (Naresh Naik’s house) to House Survey No. 225 (Kabi Bhoi’s house) | Anganwadi Worker |
Eligibility Criteria for Anganwadi Worker Post
Candidates applying for the Anganwadi Worker vacancy must fulfill all the following eligibility conditions:
1. Residency & Language Proficiency
- Permanent Residence: The applicant must be a permanent resident of the designated Badakhali Anganwadi Center area.
- Odia Knowledge: The applicant must be able to read, write, and speak Odia fluently. She must have passed the High School Certificate (HSC/10th) with Odia as a subject or completed high school through Odia medium.
2. Educational Qualification & Age Limit
- Educational Qualification: Must have passed at least +2 (Higher Secondary Examination) or an equivalent qualification.
- Age Limit: The candidate must be between 18 and 35 years of age as on 01.01.2026.
3. Preference Categories
Preference during selection will be granted to candidates possessing proper supporting certificates in the following categories:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) / Scheduled Caste (SC) candidates.
- Orphans, Widows, Legally Divorced women, Deserted wives, Persons with Disabilities (PWD), and helpless women.
4. Disqualifications
- Candidates currently holding any elected public representative post are not eligible to apply.
(If you have completed +2 and want to explore other career options in Odisha, read our article on Top 10 Government Jobs in Odisha After 12th).
Service Nature & Monthly Honorarium
- Honorarium: The appointed Anganwadi Worker will receive a monthly honorarium of ₹10,000/- per month.
- Service Nature: Anganwadi Worker is an honorary voluntary social service post and not a regular government job. Therefore, standard Odisha Reservation of Vacancies (ORV) Act 1975 or regular employment rules do not apply.
- Tenure: Once selected, the worker can continue her service generally up to 60 years of age.
Documents Required for Online Application
Candidates must upload self-attested scanned copies of the following documents on the online portal:
- All Academic Certificates and Mark Sheets (10th, +2, and higher qualifications – both front and back sides).
- Permanent Resident Certificate issued by the local Tehsildar (must be issued within 1 year from the date of application).
- Caste Certificate issued by the competent Tehsildar.
- Candidate’s Signature, Voter ID Card, and Aadhaar Card.
- Recent Passport-size Photograph.
- House Survey Number confirmation obtained from the local Anganwadi Worker.
- Supporting certificates for Preference Categories (Widow, Divorced, Deserted, PWD, or Orphan certificate, if applicable).
⚠️ Important Warning: Incomplete application forms or forms submitted without required document attachments will be rejected. No offline or paper applications will be accepted.
Document Verification Date & Venue Details
After the online application window closes, all applicants must attend the physical document verification session in person:
- Verification Date: 14th August 2026 (14.08.2026)
- Time: 11:00 AM to 02:00 PM
- Venue: Office of the Child Development Project Officer (CDPO), Banarpal
- Requirement: Candidates must appear in person with all their original documents and mark sheets. Failure to attend document verification will result in immediate rejection of the application.
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How to Apply Online Step-by-Step
- Visit the official Odisha AWC engagement portal: engagement-awc.odisha.gov.in.
- Register as a candidate on the portal.
- Select District: Angul -> Project: Banarpal -> GP: Gadasantri -> AWC: Badakhali.
- Fill in your personal details, age, education (+2 marks), and house survey number accurately.
- Upload self-attested copies of your resident certificate, caste certificate, mark sheets, identity proof, photo, and signature.
- Submit the online form before 13.08.2026 and take a printout of the submitted application form for verification day.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to apply online for Banarpal Anganwadi Recruitment 2026?
The online application form must be submitted on or before 13th August 2026 on the official portal engagement-awc.odisha.gov.in.
What is the minimum educational qualification required for Anganwadi Worker?
Candidates must have passed at least +2 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent examination.
What is the age limit for applying?
Female candidates must be between 18 and 35 years of age as on 1st January 2026.
When and where will the document verification take place?
Document verification will take place in person on 14th August 2026 between 11:00 AM and 02:00 PM at the Office of the CDPO, Banarpal.
