The Directorate of Women & Child Development (WCD), Madhya Pradesh has released the provisional merit list for its Anganwadi Worker (Karyakarta) and Anganwadi Helper (Sahayika) recruitment drive. The MP Anganwadi Merit List 2026 for Phase-1, covering a total of 2,548 vacancies, was published on 22 July 2026 and is now available for download on the MP Online Chayan portal.
This recruitment saw its online application process run from 1 to 13 July 2026. As per WCD’s standard practice, the provisional merit list is prepared by MP Online within three days of the application closing date, based purely on the details candidates entered in their online application form, without any written examination or interview involved. Separate provisional merit lists have been released for the general category as well as the Special Caste (Sahariya, Bhariya, Baiga) category, for both Worker and Helper posts.
Since this is a hyper-local recruitment, the merit list must be checked centre-wise, by selecting your specific Division, District, Project, and Anganwadi Centre on the portal, rather than through a single combined list. Below is a complete overview of important dates, application fee, eligibility, vacancy details, and the exact steps to check your merit list, along with official links.
MP Anganwadi Recruitment 2026: Short Details
This recruitment fills Anganwadi Worker and Helper posts across all divisions of Madhya Pradesh, under the state’s Women & Child Development Department. Selection for these posts is based purely on merit, prepared from details submitted in the online application, followed by document verification and a medical examination. With the provisional merit list now released, candidates should check their status centre-wise and prepare for the subsequent verification stage.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 01 July 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 13 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 13 July 2026 |
| Correction Last Date | 15 July 2026 |
| Provisional Merit List (Phase-1) Released | 22 July 2026 (Available Now) |
| Document Verification | To be announced on the official website |
Application Fee (As Applicable During Registration)
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS / SC / ST | Rs. 100/- + 18% GST |
Checking and downloading the merit list itself is completely free of cost.
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 35 Years |
| Age Relaxation | Applicable as per WCD MP Anganwadi rules |
Vacancy Details (Total 2,548 Posts)
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Anganwadi Worker | 781 |
| Anganwadi Helper | 1,767 |
These vacancies are spread across all divisions and districts of Madhya Pradesh, including Indore, Ujjain, Gwalior, Chambal, Jabalpur, Narmadapuram, Bhopal, Rewa, Shahdol, and Sagar divisions. The detailed, district-wise, and project-wise vacancy breakup is available in the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed the 12th class examination or an equivalent qualification from any recognized board or institution in India.
- Candidates must meet the prescribed age limit of 18 to 35 years, as on 1 January 2026, with relaxation applicable as per WCD MP rules.
- Only female candidates are generally eligible to apply for Anganwadi Worker and Helper posts, as per standard WCD recruitment norms.
Selection Process
- Provisional Merit List (Based on Application Details)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
There is no written examination or interview for this recruitment. Selection is based purely on merit prepared from the information candidates entered in their online application form.
Documents Required for Verification
- Educational qualification certificates (10th/12th mark sheets)
- Residence proof confirming eligibility for the specific Anganwadi Centre applied for
- Aadhaar card
- Category certificate, where applicable
- Recent passport-size photograph
How to Check MP Anganwadi Merit List 2026
- Visit the official MP Online Chayan portal at chayan.mponline.gov.in.
- Navigate to the “Important Links” section on the homepage.
- Click on “Download Merit List for Phase-1 Recruitment 2026.”
- Select your Sambhag (Division) from the dropdown list.
- Select your District (Jila) from the dropdown list.
- Select your Project (Pariyojna) and then your specific Anganwadi Centre.
- Enter the Captcha Code displayed on the page.
- The provisional merit list for that specific Anganwadi Centre will be displayed on the screen.
- Download and save the merit list for your future reference.
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Merit List (Phase-1) | Click Here |
| MP WCD Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. When was the MP Anganwadi Merit List 2026 released?
WCD Madhya Pradesh released the provisional merit list for Phase-1 recruitment on 22 July 2026.
2. How can I check my MP Anganwadi Merit List?
Candidates can check it by visiting chayan.mponline.gov.in, clicking on “Download Merit List for Phase-1 Recruitment 2026,” and selecting their Division, District, Project, and Anganwadi Centre.
3. Is there a separate merit list for Special Caste candidates?
Yes, separate provisional merit lists have been released for the general category as well as the Special Caste (Sahariya, Bhariya, Baiga) category, for both Worker and Helper posts.
4. How many total vacancies are there under this recruitment?
A total of 2,548 vacancies have been announced, comprising 781 posts for Anganwadi Worker and 1,767 posts for Anganwadi Helper.
5. Is there a written exam for MP Anganwadi Recruitment 2026?
No, there is no written examination or interview. The merit list is prepared purely based on the details submitted in the online application form.
6. What is the eligibility criteria for MP Anganwadi Worker/Helper?
Candidates need to have passed the 12th class examination or an equivalent qualification from a recognized board or institution.
7. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 35 years, as on 1 January 2026, with relaxation as per WCD MP rules.
8. What is the next step after the merit list?
Candidates whose names appear in the provisional merit list will need to undergo document verification, followed by a medical examination.
9. Why do I need to select a specific centre to check the merit list?
Since this recruitment is conducted separately for each Anganwadi Centre, the merit list is published centre-wise rather than as a single combined statewide list.
10. What is the official website for MP Anganwadi Merit List 2026?
The merit list is available on chayan.mponline.gov.in, and general information is available at the official WCD MP website, mpwcdmis.gov.in.