If you’re looking for a stable government job and have passed Class 8th or 10th, here’s great news for you. The Tamil Nadu Government has officially announced a large-scale recruitment drive under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) for the year 2025. A total of 7783 posts are open for Anganwadi Worker, Mini Worker, and Helper roles across the state.
What makes this opportunity even better is that no written exam is required. Selection will be based on merit and local criteria, and the entire process is offline.
Vacancy Details – Category-wise Post Distribution
The recruitment will be carried out in both urban and rural areas across Tamil Nadu under the ICDS scheme. Here’s a breakdown of the posts:
- Anganwadi Worker – 2345 posts
- Mini Anganwadi Worker – 1640 posts
- Anganwadi Helper – 3798 posts
Total: 7783 Posts
These posts are exclusively for female candidates, and preference will be given to applicants from local areas.
Eligibility Criteria – Educational Qualification & Age Limit
Educational Qualification:
- Anganwadi Worker & Mini Worker – Must have passed 10th Class (SSLC)
- Helper – Should have completed at least 8th Standard
Age Limit:
- Minimum Age – 21 years
- Maximum Age – 40 years (Relaxation as per government rules for reserved categories)
Selection Process – No Written Test Required
- No written examination will be conducted for these posts.
- Selection will be based on educational qualification, local eligibility, and personal interview.
- Candidates from the same locality or village will be given priority.
How to Apply – Step-by-Step Offline Process
The application process is entirely offline. Follow the steps below to apply:
1. Download or collect the application form:
You can get the application form from your district ICDS office or download it from the official notification link.
2. Attach the following documents:
- Copy of educational certificates
- Proof of age (birth certificate or SSLC mark sheet)
- Residence certificate
- Community certificate (if applicable)
- Passport size photograph
3. Submit the completed form to your local ICDS Office before the deadline of 23rd April 2025.
Important Dates
- Application Start Date – Already started (April 2025)
- Last Date to Apply – 23 April 2025
- Tentative Interview Date – First week of May 2025
Salary Structure – Monthly Honorarium
Selected candidates will receive a fixed monthly honorarium as per Tamil Nadu government norms:
- Anganwadi Worker – ₹7,000/month
- Mini Anganwadi Worker – ₹5,500/month
- Helper – ₹3,500/month
Additional benefits or allowances may be provided based on departmental guidelines.
Districts Covered in This Recruitment
This massive recruitment drive covers all districts of Tamil Nadu, including:
- Chennai
- Coimbatore
- Madurai
- Trichy
- Salem
- Erode
- Vellore
- Other rural and semi-urban districts
To know the exact number of posts in your district, visit your nearest ICDS office or check the official notification.
Why You Should Apply?
- No written exam – direct selection based on interview and merit
- Opportunity for local women to get government employment
- Ideal for women with basic education (8th or 10th pass)
- Stable monthly income and community-based work
- Contribute to child and maternal care in your region