Mangaluru:  The Women and Child Development Department has announced a recruitment drive for 56 Anganwadi Worker posts and 221 Anganwadi Assistant posts under its Child Development Scheme. The vacancies are spread across Belthangady, Bantwal, Mangaluru Rural, Mangaluru City, Puttur, Sullia and Vittal taluks of Dakshina Kannada district.

Online Application Process

The department has invited female and gender minority female candidates to apply for the honorary service posts through its official website.

The application process involves three key stages:

  1. Filling of the Online Application Form – Candidates must provide all necessary details in the prescribed format.

  • Uploading of Photograph and Signature – A mandatory step for application validation.

  • E-Sign and Document Upload – All relevant supporting documents must be uploaded to complete the application process.

  • The last date to submit applications is October 10, 2025.

    Contact Details for Assistance

    For any queries regarding the recruitment process, candidates may contact the respective Child Development Scheme Offices:

    • Belthangady: 08256-295134

  • Bantwal: 08255-298562

  • Mangaluru (Gr): 0824-2263199

  • Mangaluru (N): 0824-2959809

  • Puttur: 08251-298788

  • Sullia: 7795581349

  • Vittal: 08255-238080

  • Additional information is also available from the office of the Deputy Director, Women and Child Development Department, Dakshina Kannada.

    Employment Opportunity for Rural Women

    Officials stated that this recruitment aims to empower women by providing employment opportunities and ensuring better service delivery at Anganwadi centres. Preference will be given to eligible candidates from local areas as per departmental guidelines.