The Labour Department of Chhattisgarh State launched the safai karmakar ke bachcho hetu chhatravriti yojana on March 11, 2015. The scheme provides financial assistance to the children of sanitation workers to support their higher education and career growth.
Benefits
The scholarship amount is provided as per the table below:
| Classes | Boy Student (Annual Scholarship Amount) | Girl Student (Annual Scholarship Amount) |
|---|---|---|
| Class I to V | ₹1,000/- | ₹1,500/- |
| Class VI to VIII | ₹1,500/- | ₹2,000/- |
| Class IX to XII | ₹2,000/- | ₹3,000/- |
| Graduation (BSc, B.Com, Diploma, etc.) | ₹5,000/- | ₹6,000/- |
| Post-Graduation (MA, MSc, M.Com) | ₹7,000/- | ₹8,000/- |
| Pursuing graduate-level professional course | ₹10,000/- | ₹11,000/- |
| Studying for professional level, doing PhD or research work | ₹14,000/- | ₹15,000/- |
Eligibility
- Only two children of registered sanitation workers are eligible for the scholarship.
- The scholarship is available for different levels of education, including professional courses.
- Students must be admitted to a college, polytechnic, or any other recognized institution for at least one year.
- If a student is eligible for other government scholarships, they must choose one scheme.
- Students cannot avail benefits of two schemes simultaneously.
Application Process
Online Application
For Unregistered Applicants:
- Visit the official website of Chhattisgarh Labour Department.
- Click on “Apply” under “Chhattisgarh Unorganized Workers State Social Security Board”.
- Enter the following details:
- Select Group Name: “Asangathit Marmakaar Mandal”
- Select Service: “Asangathit Shramik Panjikaran”
- What do you want to do?: “Aavedan”
- Click Next.
- Check the eligibility criteria and proceed.
- Fill out the online registration form and submit it.
For Already Registered Applicants:
- Visit the official website of Chhattisgarh Labour Department.
- Click on “Apply” under “Chhattisgarh Unorganized Workers State Social Security Board”.
- Enter the following details:
- Select Group Name: “Asangathit Marmakaar Mandal”
- Select Service: “Yojana”
- What do you want to do?: “Aavedan”
- Click Next.
- Select your district name and provide your old/new registration number.
- Click Next, then select the scheme name.
- Fill out the application form with the required details and submit it.
Documents Required
- Aadhar card
- Labour registration card
- Scholarship application form
- Student’s birth certificate
- Marksheet of the previous year’s exam
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q: What is this scheme?
This is a scholarship program for children of sanitation workers in Chhattisgarh, providing financial aid for higher education. - Q: What is the objective of the scheme?
The main objective is to support the education of children from sanitation worker families and help them pursue higher studies. - Q: What are the benefits?
Students receive annual financial assistance based on their class level, ranging from ₹1,000 to ₹15,000. - Q: Who can get the benefits?
Only two children of registered sanitation workers are eligible. - Q: How many children per family are eligible?
Only two children from a registered worker’s family can avail of the benefits. - Q: Can applicants receive benefits from other government schemes?
No, students must choose only one scheme if they are eligible for multiple scholarships. - Q: How can applicants register under the Chhattisgarh Unorganized Workers State Social Security Board?
Applicants must visit the Chhattisgarh Labour Department website, select the “Asangathit Marmakaar Mandal” group, and complete the registration form. - Q: How to apply for the scheme?
Registered students must log in to the official portal, select their district and registration number, and apply online. - Q: What is the official website to apply for the scheme?
Applicants can apply on the Chhattisgarh Labour Department’s official website.