[1] After an impressive 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup campaign, Anwar joined Indian Arrows on a season-long loan from Minerva Punjab ahead of the 2017–18 I-League.

[7] He was named in Mumbai City's squad for the 2019–20 Indian Super League season but later withdrew after being diagnosed with a rare heart condition.

Mohammedan chose to release him, considering directions from the top football body, despite a verdict from the Delhi High Court that allowed him to join the club.

[13][14] After being allowed by the AIFF to return to competitive football,[15] he featured in the 2021 Durand Cup and helped Delhi reach the knockout stage.

[26] In May 2019, Anwar was called up for the India senior team national camp but was later sent back after being diagnosed with a rare heart condition.

[27] In March 2022, Anwar was called up for the India squad by coach Igor Štimac for two friendly matches against Bahrain and Belarus.