The “West Bengal Transport Workers’ Social Security Scheme: Assistance for Education of Children” is an initiative by the Labour Department, Government of West Bengal, designed to provide one-time financial assistance to transport workers to support the education of their children. The scheme aims to ease the financial burden for higher education of a maximum of two children per family.
Benefits
Eligible applicants can receive one-time financial assistance based on the educational level of their children:
| Education Level | Financial Assistance (₹) |
|---|---|
| Higher Secondary/ Diploma | ₹4,000/- |
| Graduation/ Diploma | ₹6,000/- |
| Post-Graduation | ₹10,000/- |
| Engineering/ Medical | ₹30,000/- |
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant must be between 18 and 60 years of age at the time of enrolment.
- The applicant must be an unorganized worker employed in the operation of commercial vehicles, including:
- Cars
- Taxis
- Luxury taxis
- Light commercial vehicles
- Vans
- Auto-rickshaws
- Tempos
- Lorries
- Trucks
- Buses
- The applicant’s vehicle must be used for commercial purposes and not solely for personal or family use.
Application Process
Online Process
- Visit the official “eDistrict 2.0” portal of West Bengal.
- Click on Log In/Sign Up.
- In the User Login window, scroll down and click on “Register”.
- Fill in all the details carefully, enter a username, and click on “Register”.
- Enter the One-Time Password (OTP) received on your mobile to complete the registration.
- In the User Login window, enter your Username or Email, enter the Captcha, and click “Sign In”.
- Enter the received OTP and click “Submit”.
- Upon successful login, you will be redirected to the Dashboard.
- Click on “Apply for Scheme” and select the West Bengal Transport Workers’ Social Security Scheme: Assistance for Education of Children.
- Fill out the application form and upload the required documents.
- Click Submit and note down your Application Reference Number for tracking purposes.
Documents Required
For New Registration as a Transport Worker
- Certification by the Prescribed Authority (in the prescribed format).
- Passport-size Photograph (of the applicant and each dependent member).
- Age Proof Document (Birth Certificate, Aadhaar, etc.).
- Driving Licence (only for Drivers applying under the scheme).
- EPIC (Voter ID) or Aadhaar Card (as identity proof).
For Applying for the Education Assistance Scheme
- Proof of Enrollment (Admission Letter or Institution Certificate for the child enrolled in an educational program).
- Marksheet of the last qualifying examination of the child.
- Any other documents as required.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the “Assistance for Education of Children” scheme under the “West Bengal Transport Workers’ Social Security Scheme”?
The scheme provides one-time financial assistance to transport workers to support the education of their children at different educational levels.
Q: Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
Only transport workers operating commercial vehicles in West Bengal who meet the eligibility criteria can apply.
Q: What type of assistance is provided under this scheme?
The scheme provides ₹4,000 to ₹30,000 depending on the educational level of the child.
Q: Is the financial assistance provided annually?
No, this is a one-time financial assistance scheme.
Q: Is there a deadline for submitting applications?
Applicants should check the official eDistrict 2.0 portal for the latest deadlines and announcements.
Q: Is there any income limit for applying to the scheme?
No, the scheme is based on the employment status of transport workers rather than their income level.
Q: Where can an applicant find more information about the scheme?
More information can be obtained from:
- The official eDistrict 2.0 portal
- Labour Department offices in West Bengal
- The West Bengal Transport Workers’ Welfare Board