The “Educational Assistance (Scheme for the Pre-Matric and Post-Matric Scholarship to Children of Construction Workers Registered with the Building & Other Construction Workers’ Welfare Board)” is an initiative by the Meghalaya Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board under the Labour Department, Government of Meghalaya. This scheme is designed to provide financial assistance in the form of scholarships to children of construction workers, ensuring they can pursue their education from the pre-matric to degree levels. The scholarships are awarded for courses specified by the Board and aim to encourage continuous education among children of construction workers.
Benefits
- Stipend for Studies:
- Degree: ₹800/- per month
- Diploma: ₹600/- per month
- Certificate Course: ₹600/- per month
- Class XI & XII: ₹600/- per month
- Class VIII to X: ₹500/- per month
- Class V to VII: ₹400/- per month
- Additional Support for Blind Students: An extra ₹200/- per month is provided as reader’s charges for eligible blind scholars (subject to a valid disability certificate).
- One-Time Grant: A one-time book and uniform grant is offered, with amounts varying by class level (ranging from ₹400/- for Classes I-II to ₹1,600/- for degree courses).
- Continuity: The scholarship remains in effect for the duration of the course as long as the student meets the performance and attendance requirements.
Eligibility
- Residency: The beneficiary must be a resident of Meghalaya.
- Employment: The beneficiary should be engaged in building or construction work and registered under the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, maintaining active membership.
- Academic Enrollment: The child must be enrolled in any grade from Class I to a Degree Course in a recognized institution.
- Exclusivity: Only two children per family are eligible to receive the scholarship, and the children must not be receiving financial assistance from any other source.
- Study Duration: Scholarships are awarded for recognized Pre-Matric and Post-Matric courses, excluding courses with a duration of six months or less.
- Additional Requirements: For Post-Matric scholarships, the child must hold the relevant qualification from a recognized institution. The scheme also specifies special provisions for exceptionally meritorious and physically handicapped students.
Application Process
Online Worker Registration Process
- Access Portal: Visit the online portal at https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm.
- Register as Worker: Click on the ‘Worker’ button and provide the mandatory information to create a new account.
- Complete Registration: Once registered, a confirmation message “Registered Successfully” will appear.
Application Process for New Registration under MBOCWWB
- Login: Use your registered mobile number as User ID along with your password and security code.
- New Registration: Click on “Apply for New Registration” and fill in the required details such as personal, work, bank, and demographic information.
- Family Details: Add family and nominee details by clicking on “Add New”.
- Upload Documents: Submit the necessary enclosures including a photograph, ID proof, employer certificate/self-certification, and bank passbook.
- Finalize Registration: Complete the process by clicking on the “Complete” button. A Registration Certificate will be issued after verification.
Application Process for Educational Scholarship
- Login: Access the portal using your User ID, password, and security code.
- Select Scheme: From the Dashboard, click on the “Educational Scholarship” scheme.
- Complete Application: Fill in all the required details and attach the necessary enclosures.
- Submit: Click on “Submit” to apply for the scholarship benefit.
Tracking/Updating Application
- Login Again: Use your credentials to log in on the portal.
- Track Status: Click on “Track Application Status” to view your application details and history.
- Update: Use the “Update” option if required, noting that updates cannot be made once the application is processed.
Documents Required
For New Registration under MBOCWWB:
- Worker’s Photograph
- Valid ID Proof (Electoral Card, Ration Card, Driver’s License, Aadhaar Card, Passport)
- Employer Certificate/Self Certification (issued by Labour Inspector/Employer or SDO/AEE)
- Bank Passbook of the Worker
- eShram ID Card (if available)
- Age Proof (School Certificate, Registrar of Birth and Deaths Certificate, Medical Certificate, or Electoral Photo ID)
- Nomination Form duly signed by the applicant
- Self-declaration of non-enrolment in any other welfare fund/board
- SC/ST Certificate (if applicable)
For Educational Assistance Application:
- MBOCWWB ID Card
- Birth Certificate of the Student
- Two Passport-Size Photographs with Signature
- Attested copies of examination certificates
- Construction Worker’s Registration Card
- Receipt for previous year’s scholarship (if applicable)
- Annual Course Fee Certificate (from the School/Institute)
- Clearance Certificate by the Head of the Institution
- Verification/Information Certificate by the Head of the Institution
- Bank Account Details/Passbook
- Any additional documents as specified by the Board
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the objective of the scheme?
A1: The objective is to provide financial assistance to children of construction workers for their Pre-Matric and Post-Matric studies, enabling them to complete their education.
Q2: What is the scope of the scholarship?
A2: The scholarships are available for studies in India and cover various levels from Class I to Degree courses, based on the rates prescribed by the Board.
Q3: Who is eligible for the scheme?
A3: Children of construction workers who are registered with the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board and meet the specified criteria are eligible, with a maximum of two children per family.
Q4: What benefits are provided under this scholarship?
A4: The scheme offers a monthly stipend, additional reader’s charges for blind students, and a one-time book and uniform grant based on the level of study.
Q5: How is the stipend amount determined?
A5: The stipend amount varies by the level of study, for example, ₹800/- per month for Degree courses and lower amounts for pre-matric levels.
Q6: Is any additional assistance provided for blind students?
A6: Yes, blind students receive an extra ₹200/- per month as reader’s charges, subject to a valid disability certificate.
Q7: Are there any specific courses covered under this scholarship?
A7: The scholarship is awarded for recognized Pre-Matric and Post-Matric courses pursued in approved institutions, except courses with a duration of six months or less.
Q8: What happens if a student fails to pass a particular year?
A8: If a student fails to pass a year, the scholarship for that year will be discontinued until the student passes, as certified by the institution.
Q9: How is the scholarship payment made?
A9: The stipend is paid directly to the selected students by the Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board following the established procedures.
Q10: Who is excluded from eligibility for the scholarship?
A10: Children studying in different subjects in the same stage, those continuing professional studies in a different stream, full-time employed children of workers, and those pursuing part-time courses are excluded.
Q11: Can children of workers receiving financial assistance from other sources apply?
A11: No, the children must not be in receipt of any other financial assistance from any other source.
Q12: What are the renewal criteria for the scholarship?
A12: Students must apply for renewal each year upon promotion to the next class, and the renewal is subject to compliance with the performance and attendance criteria.
Q13: What provisions exist for exceptionally meritorious students?
A13: Special provisions are provided for exceptionally meritorious students, and there is also a relaxation in the cut-off marks for physically handicapped children.
Q14: How can the application be submitted and tracked?
A14: The application is submitted online through the designated portal, and the status can be tracked by logging in and navigating to the “Track Application Status” section.