Dakshina Kannada Mangaluru Anganwadi jobs:The Department of Women and Child Development (WCD) has released a fresh recruitment notification for Anganwadi Worker and Anganwadi Helper posts in Dakshina Kannada district. A total of 277 vacancies are available, including 56 Anganwadi Workers and 221 Anganwadi Helpers. Interested candidates can apply online before October 10, 2025.

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Dakshina Kannada Mangaluru Anganwadi jobs Eligibility Criteria
- Who Can Apply:
Only female and transgender female candidates are eligible. - Age Limit:
- Minimum age: 19 years
- Maximum age: 35 years
- Age relaxation: 10 years for candidates with disabilities
Dakshina Kannada Mangaluru Anganwadi jobs Educational Qualifications
- Anganwadi Worker
- Must have passed PUC (Pre-University Course)
- Should have studied Kannada as a first or second language in SSLC (10th standard)
- Anganwadi Helper
- Must have passed SSLC or equivalent
- Must have studied Kannada, General Mathematics, and Sociology/Social Science
Locality & Residency Rules
- Candidates from rural areas must be residents of the same revenue village.
- Candidates from urban areas must reside in the same revenue ward.
- Valid proof of residency is required, such as:
- 3-year residency certificate
- Aadhaar card
- Ration card
- Voter ID card
Taluk-wise Recruitment in Dakshina Kannada
The vacancies are spread across different taluks of Dakshina Kannada district. Applicants should apply only for the Anganwadi centers located in their respective taluks.
Taluks in Dakshina Kannada:
- Mangaluru
- Bantwal
- Belthangady
- Puttur
- Sullia
Detailed taluk-wise vacancy list (Workers & Helpers) will be published on the official portal during the application process.
Selection Process & Priority
- Merit will be the primary selection basis.
- In case of a tie in marks:
- Preference will be given to the elder candidate.
- If the age is also the same, widows will be prioritized.
Application Process (Online)
Candidates must apply online in four simple steps:
- Choose the Post → Fill out the application form and submit. Note the application ID.
- Upload Photograph & Signature
- Upload Documents via DigiLocker and complete the e-sign process
- Download the E-signed Application Form
Vacancy Details – Dakshina Kannada District
- Total Vacancies: 277
- Anganwadi Workers: 56
- Anganwadi Helpers: 221
- Distribution: Across Mangaluru, Bantwal, Belthangady, Puttur, and Sullia taluks
Dakshina Kannada Mangaluru Anganwadi jobs Key Highlights
- Taluk-wise recruitment for better accessibility
- Recruitment exclusively for women and transgender female candidates
- Opportunity to work in Dakshina Kannada Anganwadi centers
- 277 positions with transparent selection based on eligibility and merit
- Online application process with DigiLocker e-sign facility
Dakshina Kannada Mangaluru Anganwadi jobs Key Dates And Links:
Start Date of Application | Sep 02, 2025 |
Last Date to Apply | Oct 10, 2025 |
Official Notification | ✅ |
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GUIDELINES | ✅ Check it Here |
UserManual | ✅ Check it Here |
Note:-Please read the official notification carefully before applying( the Notification main website not working)