The “Education Assistance/Ph.D Scheme” is implemented by the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker’s Welfare Board (GBOCWWB), Labour, Skill Development & Employment Department, Government of Gujarat. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided once a year to any two children of a construction worker for the career development of bright and needy construction worker students seeking admission in the higher education courses of the state and for the purpose that the child of the construction worker may progress in education and become doctor/engineer.
Benefits
Financial Assistance for Different Education Levels
| Sl. No. | Courses | Amount of Assistance per Child per Annum |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Class 1 to Class 5 | ₹1,800/- |
| 2 | Class 6 to Class 8 | ₹2,400/- |
| 3 | Class 9 to Class 10 | ₹8,000/- |
| 4 | Class 11 to Class 12 | ₹10,000/- |
| 5 | Graduate Level (BA, B.Com., B.B.A., B.Sc., B.C.A., L.L.B.) | ₹10,000/- |
| 6 | Postgraduate (MA, M.Com., M.Sc., M.S.W., M.L.W.) | ₹15,000/- |
| 7 | MCA, MBA (Postgraduate Professional Courses) | ₹25,000/- |
| 8 | Self-supporting Diploma courses after Class 10 | ₹25,000/- |
| 9 | Medical & Dental (Graduate Level) | Min: ₹25,000/- Max: ₹2,00,000/- or 100% of tuition fees |
| 10 | PG Professional Courses (Pharmacy, Agriculture, Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Para-Medical) | Min: ₹25,000/- Max: ₹50,000/- or 100% of tuition fees |
| 11 | Engineering, Technology, Architecture (Graduate Level) | Min: ₹25,000/- Max: ₹50,000/- or 100% of tuition fees |
Hostel Assistance
- ₹1,200 per month as board & food allowance (for 10 months) for students studying outside their taluk of residence in courses such as Bachelors, Engineering, and Medical.
Book Assistance (One-Time Aid for First-Year Students)
| Sl. No. | Course/Standard | Amount of Book Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Diploma | ₹3,000/- |
| 2 | Engineering, Technology, Pharmacy, Agriculture, Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Para-Medical, Veterinary | ₹5,000/- |
| 3 | Medical and Dental | ₹10,000/- |
Eligibility
- The applicant must be the child of a construction worker registered with the GBOCWWB.
- The child must be enrolled in any grade from Class 1 to higher education/professional courses.
- Financial assistance is provided once a year and is limited to two children per construction worker.
Terms and Conditions
- Maximum age limit for children to receive the scholarship is 30 years (no age limit for disabled students).
- The scholarship is available only for the first attempt in an academic year.
- Students who fail in the same class will not receive assistance for that class again.
- Board assistance is not provided if the student is admitted through Right to Education (RTE), Open University, External Study, or receives assistance from another department.
Application Process
Application for ‘E-Nirman Card’ (Mandatory for Scheme Eligibility)
Step 1: Visit the e-Nirman Portal.
Step 2: Click on “Please Register Here” under ‘Login to Portal’.
Step 3: Enter all required details and click “Register”.
Step 4: Log in using the User ID and Password.
Step 5: Update your profile with necessary details and click “Update”.
Step 6: Select “Construction Works Form”, fill out mandatory details, and upload required documents.
Step 7: Agree to the terms & conditions and submit the form.
Step 8: Save the Application Number for tracking status.
Tracking Application Status
Step 1: Visit the e-Nirman Portal.
Step 2: Click on “View Citizen Application Status”.
Step 3: Enter Application Number and Date of Birth.
Step 4: Click on “View Status”.
Application Process for the Scheme Benefit
Step 1: Visit the Sanman Portal.
Step 2: Click on “Please Register Here” under Citizen Login.
Step 3: Enter Aadhaar Card Number, User Type, and E-Nirman Card Number.
Step 4: Click “Fetch” & submit the details.
Step 5: Log in using User ID and Password.
Step 6: Select the desired scheme and read the instructions carefully.
Step 7: Fill out the application form and upload necessary documents.
Step 8: Agree to the Rules & Regulations and submit the form.
Important Notes
- Applications must be submitted within six months of the academic session’s commencement.
- Separate applications must be submitted for each child if two children are applying.
- Incomplete or incorrect applications will be rejected.
Documents Required
For ‘E-Nirman Card’ Application
- Photograph of the worker
- Aadhaar Card
- Ration Card
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Proof of Age (Birth Certificate/Driving License/PAN Card/Voter ID)
- Self-Declaration Certificate
- Employer Certificate
- Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque
- Any other required documents
For Scheme Benefit Application
- E-Nirman Card of the Worker
- Bonafide Certificate from School/College/Institute
- Passport-size photographs (beneficiary and child)
- Aadhaar Card (child)
- Previous year’s mark sheet
- Fee payment receipt
- Hostel certificate (if applicable)
- Hostel fee receipt (if applicable)
- Book purchase bill (for book aid)
- Affidavit (if surname/name is different)
- Bank Passbook (front page)
- Affidavit or Letter of Consent (for assistance of ₹5,000/- or more)
- Any other required documents
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What are the benefits provided under this scheme?
A1: The scheme provides financial assistance for students from Class 1 to postgraduate and professional courses, hostel allowance, and book aid.
Q2: Who is eligible for this scheme?
A2: Children of registered construction workers under GBOCWWB.
Q3: Is there any restriction on educational level eligibility?
A3: No, it applies to primary, secondary, and higher education.
Q4: How often is financial assistance provided?
A4: Once a year for each eligible child.
Q5: Is there an age limit for eligibility?
A5: 30 years (no age limit for disabled children).
Q6: Are there any conditions regarding repeating a grade?
A6: Students who fail the same class will not receive aid for that class again.
Q7: What is the criteria for hostel assistance?
A7: The student must be studying outside their taluk in eligible courses.