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Educational Assistance for Medical and Engineering Courses

The Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board provides educational assistance to the children and spouses of registered construction workers pursuing medical and engineering degrees.

State Cash

States / UT: Maharashtra

Nodal department: Labour Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Education & Learning

Sub-categories: Scholarships and student finance, Education and training grants, fellowship, stipend

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Financial Assistance, Student, Construction Worker, Medical, Engineering Course

Details

The Maharashtra Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWW), Labour Department launched the Educational Assistance for Medical and Engineering Courses scheme. Under this scheme, financial aid of ₹1,00,000/- is granted for medical degrees, and ₹60,000/- for engineering degrees to the children and spouses of registered construction workers.

Benefits

  • Financial Assistance For:
  • Medical Degree: ₹1,00,000/-
  • Engineering Degree: ₹60,000/-

Financial Assistance For:

  • Medical Degree: ₹1,00,000/-
  • Engineering Degree: ₹60,000/-

Eligibility

  1. The children's parents or guardians should be registered under the Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
  2. The student must be enrolled in a government-recognized medical or engineering institution.
  3. A maximum of two children or the wife of the registered worker can apply.


Application Process

Offline

Step-1: The interested applicant downloads the application form from the MBOCWW official website.
Step-2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step-3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Labor Commissioner/Government Labor Officer.
Step-4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).

Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

Who is eligible for this scheme?
The children and spouse of registered construction workers pursuing medical or engineering degrees.
What is the financial assistance amount for medical students?
₹1,00,000/- per year for medical degree students.
What is the financial assistance amount for engineering students?
₹60,000/- per year for engineering degree students.
Is the scheme applicable to the spouse of the worker?
Yes, the scheme also benefits the wife of a registered male construction worker.
How many children can benefit under this scheme?
A maximum of two children can avail of the benefits.
What documents are needed for applying?
Required documents include a marksheet of the last academic year, a bonafide admission certificate, and the worker's registration card.
Are private institutions covered under this scheme?
No, the assistance is provided only for government-recognized colleges or institutes.
Is there any age limit for the children?
No specific age limit is mentioned for this scheme.
How do I apply for this scheme?
Ddownload the application form from the official website, fill it, attach the required documents, and submit it to the labor office.
Can the assistance be availed for both medical and engineering courses?
The scheme offers assistance for either medical or engineering courses, not both.
Is the scheme also for diploma courses?
No, the scheme is applicable only for full-fledged degree courses in medical and engineering fields.
Is assistance provided every year of study?
Yes, the assistance is provided annually, subject to passing and admission verification.
Where can I check the status of my application?
Check the status by visiting the labor office or contacting the welfare board's regional office.

References

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Documents Required for Government Schemes

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  • Aadhaar Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Residence Proof
  • Bank Account Details
  • Educational Certificates (for student schemes)

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