The “Workers for Class 9th to 12th” scheme, launched on 1st January 2018 by the Jammu & Kashmir Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (JKBOCWWB), provides annual financial assistance to support the education of construction workers’ children. Under this scheme, eligible students receive ₹1,200 per year per child (up to two children) to cover educational expenses through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
Benefits
- Annual scholarship of ₹1,200 per child (up to two children per family).
- Financial assistance is transferred directly to the student’s bank account.
- Encourages the education of children of construction workers.
Eligibility Criteria
For Registration as a Construction Worker (JKBOCWWB)
- The applicant must be a resident of Jammu & Kashmir.
- The applicant must be a Building/Construction Worker.
- The applicant’s age must be between 18 and 60 years.
- The applicant must have worked in the construction sector for at least 90 days in the past 12 months.
- The applicant must renew their registration annually.
For the Scholarship Application
- One of the student’s parents must be a registered member of the JKBOCWWB.
- The applicant must be studying in Class 9th to 12th in a recognized educational institution.
Application Process
Online Registration of a Construction Worker (JKBOCWWB)
- Visit the official website of the J&K Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (JKBOCWWB).
- Click on “Labour Registration” on the homepage.
- If you are a new user, click on “Apply for New Registration.”
- Fill out the registration form, submit the details, and receive an OTP on your registered mobile number.
- Enter the OTP and click “Verify OTP & Submit.”
- Once verified, a confirmation message with your Login ID and password will be sent to your registered mobile number.
- Log in with the provided credentials and click “Construction Worker’s Registration.”
- Complete the registration form by entering the required details.
- Upload the necessary documents and click “Submit.”
- Pay the registration fee online (if applicable) and receive your registration number upon successful submission.
Online Registration for the National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
- Visit the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) and click on “Student”, then select “One Time Registration (OTR).”
- Read the guidelines, agree to the undertaking, and click “Continue.”
- Enter your mobile number, receive an OTP, and verify it.
- Provide Aadhaar details and Bank Account details to complete the registration.
- Review all the information before clicking “Verified.”
- After verification, you will receive a registration number on your registered mobile number.
Steps to Apply for the Scholarship through NSP
- Visit the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
- Click on “Student” and then “Apply for Scholarship.”
- Enter your OTR (One Time Registration) number, password, and CAPTCHA, then click “Login.”
- Fill out the scholarship application form, attach required documents, and upload a passport-size photograph.
- Submit the completed form and download a copy for future reference.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card of the worker and child.
- BOCW ID Card (Proof of parent’s registration with JKBOCWWB).
- Age Proof Certificate.
- Study Certificate (from the student’s current school).
- Two Passport-size Photographs of the student.
- Bank Account Details (Bank Passbook Copy linked with Aadhaar).
- Student ID Card (issued by the school/college).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the “Workers for Class 9th to 12th” scheme?
It is a scholarship scheme for children of registered construction workers under JKBOCWWB, providing ₹1,200 per year per child for education.
Q: Who is eligible for this scheme?
Children of registered construction workers under JKBOCWWB studying in Classes 9th to 12th.
Q: How much financial assistance is provided under the scheme?
Each child receives ₹1,200 per year, and up to two children per family can benefit.
Q: Since when is the scheme effective?
The scheme was launched on 1st January 2018.
Q: Can both children of a BOC worker get the scholarship?
Yes, the scholarship is provided for up to two children per family.
Q: What is the eligibility for the parent to receive the scholarship?
The parent must be a registered construction worker with an active membership in JKBOCWWB.
Q: Can children of unregistered BOC workers apply?
No, only children of registered BOC workers are eligible.
Q: Which students can apply for the scheme?
Students studying in Classes 9th to 12th who meet the eligibility criteria.
Q: Is there any age limit for the BOC worker to apply?
Yes, the construction worker must be between 18 and 60 years old to apply.