SSWCD Punjab has released the notification for Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 to fill 94 posts, including 84 Block Coordinator, 7 District Coordinator, 1 Consultant and 1 Project Associate. The online application window is open from 09 April 2026 to 08 May 2026 on sswcd.punjab.gov.in.
Both Male and Female candidates can apply. The required qualification is Graduation and some experience for these posts. Candidates should apply online within the given dates after checking eligibility in the official notification.
Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Department of Social Security and Women & Child Development, Punjab |
| Scheme | POSHAN Abhiyaan |
| Advertisement No. | DPR/Pb/1812/12/2026-27/10216 |
| Total Vacancies | 94 |
| Post Names | Block Coordinator, District Coordinator, Project Associate, Consultant |
| Block Coordinator | 85 posts — Rs. 20,000/month |
| District Coordinator | 7 posts — Rs. 30,000/month |
| Project Associate | 1 post — Rs. 25,000/month |
| Consultant | 1 post — Rs. 60,000/month |
| Contract Duration | 1 year (likely to be extended) |
| Age Limit | 21 to 37 years (as on 1 January 2026) |
| Application Start | 9 April 2026 (9:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 8 May 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Website | sswcd.punjab.gov.in |
Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Block Coordinator | 85 |
| District Coordinator | 7 |
| Project Associate | 1 |
| Consultant | 1 |
| Total | 94 |
Block Coordinator Vacancy 2026 — District-wise (85 Posts)
85 posts across 21 Punjab districts. Apply only for your own district.
| District | Posts | Categories |
|---|---|---|
| Amritsar | 10 | General-5, EWS-1, SC-2, ESM-1, PWD-1 |
| Barnala | 1 | General-1 |
| Bathinda | 3 | General-1, SC-1, ESM-1 |
| Fatehgarh Sahib | 4 | General-2, SC-2 |
| Faridkot | 2 | General-1, SC-1 |
| Fazilka | 3 | General-1, SC-2 |
| Gurdaspur | 2 | EWS-1, ESM-1 |
| Hoshiarpur | 8 | General-4, EWS-1, SC-2, ESM-1 |
| Jalandhar | 10 | General-5, EWS-1, SC-1, ESM-1, BC-1, PWD-1 |
| Kapurthala | 4 | General-2, SC-2 |
| Ludhiana | 12 | General-2, EWS-1, SC-4, ESM-2, BC-2, PWD-1 |
| Moga | 2 | SC-2 |
| Sri Muktsar Sahib | 1 | SC-1 |
| Patiala | 5 | General-2, SC-1, ESM-1, BC-1 |
| Pathankot | 2 | General-1, SC-1 |
| Roopnagar | 2 | General-1, SC-1 |
| Sangrur | 2 | General-1, ESM-1 |
| Malerkotla | 2 | General-1, SC-1 |
| SAS Nagar | 1 | General-1 |
| SBS Nagar | 5 | General-3, SC-2 |
| Tarn Taran | 4 | SC-2, ESM-1, BC-1 |
| Total | 85 | — |
District Coordinator Vacancy 2026 — District-wise (7 Posts)
7 posts — one per district.
| District | Posts | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Amritsar | 1 | General |
| Ferozpur | 1 | General |
| Hoshiarpur | 1 | General |
| Kapurthala | 1 | General |
| Mansa | 1 | General |
| Moga | 1 | General |
| SBS Nagar | 1 | General |
| Total | 7 | — |
Block Coordinator and District Coordinator candidates must be residents of the concerned district. Candidates from outside the district will not be considered.
Punjab Anganwadi Vacancies Eligibility Criteria
Education Qualification
Block Coordinator
- Graduation in any discipline
- At least 2 years of experience with technology and software application support
- Good communication skills in local language
- Must be a resident of the concerned district
District Coordinator
- Graduate or Diploma/Certification in Computer Science or IT
- At least 2 years of experience in application maintenance and support
- Computer literacy must
- Willingness to travel
- Must be a resident of the concerned district
Project Associate
- Graduate in Computer Science or IT
- At least 2 years of work experience in IT or relevant field
- Formal training in IT/mobile applications
- Experience with technology and software application support
- Computer literacy must
Consultant (Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation)
- PG degree/diploma in Management, Computer Applications, or Computer Science OR B.Tech/BE in IT/Computer Engineering OR PG in Science with formal IT/computer training and at least 55% marks
- At least 3 years of experience in IT/ICT systems implementation and analysis
- Project management experience
- Extensive experience in web-based and mobile application development and M&E methodologies
- Excellent communication skills in English and local language
Note: Punjabi passed at Matriculation level or higher is necessary for all posts.
Age Limit (As on 1-1-26)
Age is calculated as on 1 January 2026.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General | 21 to 37 years |
| SC / BC | 21 to 42 years |
| PwD | 21 to 47 years |
| Ex-Serviceman | As per Punjab Government rules |
Punjab Anganwadi Selection Process 2026
| Component | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification (Marks obtained ÷ 100 × 65) | 65 |
| Higher Qualification (Marks obtained ÷ 100 × 20) | 20 |
| Interview / Personal Interaction | 15 |
| Total | 100 |
2 years minimum relevant work experience is mandatory. No shortlisting without it.
Punjab Anganwadi Application Fees 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General and all other categories | Rs. 800 |
| SC / BC / Ex-Serviceman / PwD / EWS | Rs. 400 |
Fee is online only. No other mode of payment is accepted. Fee is non-refundable.
Important Dates
| Advertisement Date | 17 November 2025 |
| Apply Start Date | 19 November 2025 at 9:00 AM |
| Apply Last Date | 20 March 2026 at 11:59 PM (Extended) |
How To Apply For Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Application Form
Follow these steps to apply for Punjab Anganwadi vacancies 2026
- Visit the the website: sswcd.punjab.gov.in
- Click on Latest Recruitment.
- Open Advertisement for recruitment of Various Contractual Posts under Poshan Abhiyaan Link.
- Register Yourself.
- Login with your registered email id and password.
- Read the instructions carefully.
- Fill in personal and educational details carefully.
- Attach the required documents.
- Click on Submit.
- After successful submission of form, you have to deposit the fee.
- Take Print out of the application form.
Important Links
| Notification | Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Notification |
| Apply Online | Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Apply Link |
| Official Website of SSWCD | sswcd.punjab.gov.in |
Punjab Anganwadi Worker and Helper Recruitment 2025-26 (Application Closed)
Application closed on 20 March 2026. 6110 posts — 1316 Anganwadi Workers and 4794 Anganwadi Helpers. Female candidates only. Result and selection list will be announced on sswcd.punjab.gov.in.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Anganwadi Worker, Anganwadi Helper |
| Total Vacancies | 6110 (1316 Worker + 4794 Helper) |
| Eligibility | Female candidates only |
| Qualification | Worker: Graduation / Helper: 10+2 |
| Application Period | 19 Nov 2025 to 20 Mar 2026 |
| Status | Application Closed |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
SSWCD Punjab has released 94 contractual coordinator posts — 85 Block Coordinator, 7 District Coordinator, 1 Consultant and 1 Project Associate.
The last date is 8 May 2026 at 5:00 PM
Block Coordinator gets Rs. 20,000 per month. District Coordinator gets Rs. 30,000 and Project Associate gets Rs. 25,000 per month. All salaries are consolidated and subject to performance.
Yes, for the 94 coordinator posts. The Anganwadi Worker and Helper posts were for female candidates only. Block Coordinator, District Coordinator, and Project Associate posts are open to all genders.
The age limit is 21 to 37 years as on 1 January 2026. SC and BC get 5 years relaxation. PwD gets 10 years relaxation.
Yes. Block Coordinator and District Coordinator candidates must be residents of the concerned district. Candidates from outside the district will not be considered.
General category candidates pay Rs. 800. SC, BC, Ex-Serviceman, PwD, and EWS candidates pay Rs. 400. Fee is online only and non-refundable.
