The Maharashtra Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWW), Labour Department, launched the Educational Assistance for Medical and Engineering Courses scheme to provide financial aid to the children and spouses of registered construction workers pursuing higher education in medical and engineering fields.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance:
- Medical Degree: ₹1,00,000/-
- Engineering Degree: ₹60,000/-
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant must be the child or spouse of a registered construction worker under the Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- The student must be enrolled in a government-recognized medical or engineering institution.
- A maximum of two children or the wife of the registered worker can apply for assistance.
Application Process
Offline Application
- Download the application form from the MBOCWW official website.
- Fill in all mandatory fields in the application form.
- Attach all required documents (self-attested, if required).
- Submit the completed application form to the Labour Commissioner/Government Labour Officer.
- Request an acknowledgment receipt with submission date, time, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Documents Required
- Passport-size Photo.
- Aadhaar Card.
- Identity Card (Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board).
- Bank Passbook (copy).
- Marksheet/School Certificate (previous academic level).
- Acknowledgment/Bonafide Certificate (proof of admission for the current academic year).
- Proof of Residence (Any one of the following):
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport
- Driving License
- Ration Card
- Latest Electricity Bill
- Gram Panchayat Certificate
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q: Who is eligible for this scheme?
A: Children and spouses of registered construction workers enrolled in medical or engineering courses. - Q: What is the financial assistance amount for medical students?
A: ₹1,00,000/- per student. - Q: What is the financial assistance amount for engineering students?
A: ₹60,000/- per student. - Q: Is the scheme applicable to the spouse of the worker?
A: Yes, the wife of the registered worker can apply. - Q: How many children can benefit under this scheme?
A: A maximum of two children per worker can avail of this assistance. - Q: What documents are needed for applying?
A: Aadhaar card, Bank passbook, Identity card (MBOCWW), Marksheet, Admission proof, Residence proof. - Q: Are private institutions covered under this scheme?
A: No, only government-recognized institutions are eligible. - Q: Is there any age limit for the children?
A: No specific age limit is mentioned, but the applicant must be enrolled in a medical or engineering course. - Q: How do I apply for this scheme?
A: Download the application form, fill it out, attach the required documents, and submit it to the Labour Commissioner/Government Labour Officer. - Q: Can the assistance be availed for both medical and engineering courses?
A: No, assistance can be availed for only one course per student. - Q: Is the scheme also for diploma courses?
A: No, the scheme is applicable only for degree courses. - Q: Is assistance provided every year of study?
A: Yes, financial aid is provided each year of the course. - Q: Where can I check the status of my application?
A: You can check the application status through the Labour Department offices or by contacting MBOCWW.