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Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric
6.1/10A scholarship scheme by the Directorate of Social Welfare, Ministry of Labour and Employment wherein financial assistance for education is provided to the Wards of Beedi/IOMC/LSDM Workers, varying from ₹1,000/- to ₹25,000/- per student per annum. The benefits are transferred through the DBT system.
States / UT: All India
Ministry / nodal: Ministry Of Labour and Employment
Scheme for: Individual
Scheme profile
DBT (direct benefit transfer): Yes
Categories: Skills & Employment, Education & Learning, Social welfare & Empowerment
Sub-categories: Welfare measures, Scholarships and student finance, Financial assistance
Target beneficiaries: Individual
Tags: Student, Scholarship, Financial Assistance
Details
A scholarship scheme by the Directorate of Social Welfare, Ministry of Labour and Employment wherein financial assistance for education is provided to the Wards of Beedi/Iron Ore Mines, Manganese Ore & Chrome Ore Mines (IOMC)/Limestone Mines, Dolomite Mines (LSDM)/Mica Mines and Cine Workers, varying from ₹1,000/- to ₹25,000/- per student per annum. The benefits under the scheme are being transferred through the DBT system and the applications under this scheme are invited and processed through the National Scholarship Portal. The Applicant must have passed the last qualifying examination on the first attempt. However, Students promoted to the next class are also eligible to apply for the above scholarships. Candidates for the award of scholarships should have taken regular admission for studies at recognized institutions in India in any course of general or technical education, including medical, engineering, and agricultural studies.
Benefits
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Quantum of Financial Assistance to be paid to Eligible Students (₹/Annum) w.e.f. AY 2022-23):
Class 1st to 4th (for purchase of dress/books etc.): 1000
Class 5th to 8th: 1500
Class 9th & 10th: 2000
Class 11th & 12th: 3000
Industrial Training Institute (ITI): 6000
Polytechnic: 6000
Degree Courses (including B.Sc. Agriculture): 6000
Professional Courses: 25000
Eligibility
- Candidates for the award of scholarships should have taken regular admission for studies at recognized institutions in India in any course of general or technical education, including medical, engineering, and agricultural studies.
- The total monthly Income of the Worker’s family from all sources should not exceed under:-
Beedi Workers - ₹10,000/-; Mine Workers –
a) The Mineworkers doing manual, unskilled, highly skilled, and clerical work is eligible for availing all facilities under different welfare schemes of the Labour Welfare Organization irrespective of the wages paid to them.
b) The persons employed in supervisory and managerial capacities are eligible for availing of the facilities under different welfare schemes subject to the wage limit of ₹10,000/- per month.
c) Cine workers – An amount not exceeding ₹8,000/- per month where such amount is paid monthly or an amount not exceeding ₹1,00,000/- where it is paid by way of lump sum or installments; as remuneration of a cine worker for the purpose of this Act. - The Applicant must have passed the last qualifying examination on the first attempt. However, Students promoted to the next class are also eligible.
- Either of the parents of the students should be Beedi, Iron Ore Manganese & Chrome Ore Mines, Limestone & Dolomite Mines, and Cine workers with at least six months of service. This also includes Contract/Gharkhata (Home Based) workers also.
- The Educational Institute must be Government/Government Recognized Institute.
- Students who receive scholarships or stipends from any other source will not be granted under this Scheme.
- The Scholar should have a separate bank account. In the case of Joint accounts, the first name should be of the Scholar.
- More than one child of the same worker also should furnish a separate bank account number.
How useful is this scheme?
A practical look at this scheme for citizens
AI-generated insights showing how useful, accessible, and practical this scheme may be — combining deterministic scoring rules with a public-policy LLM analyst.
- Accessibility5.0
- Financial impact6.0
- Rural utility5.0
- Awareness7.0
- Simplicity6.0
- Inclusivity6.0
What problem does this scheme solve?
The scheme provides financial assistance for education to children of specific workers, addressing educational needs in low-income families.
Key challenges addressed
- Financial support for education
- Encouragement for children of workers to pursue studies
Most beneficial for
- Children of Beedi, IOMC, LSDM, and Cine workers
Likely challenges
- Digital application process may exclude some applicants
- Awareness of the scheme may be limited among target beneficiaries
Practical insights for citizens
Practical for those who can navigate online systems, but challenging for others
Rural challenges
- Limited internet access in rural areas
- Lack of awareness about the scheme
Digital challenges
- Dependence on digital literacy for application
- Potential exclusion of non-digital users
Implementation bottlenecks
- Verification of worker status may be complex
- Ensuring all eligible beneficiaries are informed
Awareness challenges
- Low awareness among target groups about the scheme
Application analysis
- Application mode
- Online portal
- Documents burden
- Minimal, requires soft copies of necessary documents
- Verification complexity
- Moderate, involves checking eligibility and documents
- Office dependency
- None, fully online
- DBT dependency
- Yes, benefits are transferred through DBT
- CSC support
- Limited, primarily online
- Estimated citizen effort
- Moderate, requires navigating online portal
Estimated beneficiary reach
Benefit analysis
- Benefit type
- Cash
- Benefit frequency
- Annual
- Benefit practicality
- Useful for educational expenses
- Financial meaningfulness
- Moderate, varies from ₹1,000 to ₹25,000
- Long-term impact
- Positive impact on educational attainment for beneficiaries
Plain-language guidance
This scheme helps children of certain workers get financial support for their education. You can apply online if you meet the eligibility criteria.
- Who should apply
- Children of Beedi, IOMC, LSDM, and Cine workers who are pursuing education.
- Who may struggle
- Individuals with limited digital skills or access to the internet.
- Best application route
- Apply directly through the National Scholarship Portal online.
This intelligence section is generated by an AI policy analyst combined with rule-based scoring. Scores and narrative are estimates derived from the publicly available scheme information shown on this page; actual experience may vary by state, district, and department. Always confirm details on the official portal before you apply.
Application Process
Online
Step 1: Keep ready the soft copies of the required documents.
Go to http://www.scholarships.gov.in/. and click “New Registration”.
Guidelines for Registration will appear. Scroll to the bottom.
Read carefully the undertaking. Accept the Terms. Click “Continue”.
Step 2: A Registration Form will appear. (The fields marked as * are compulsory)
Fill in the details and click “Register”.
Your Application ID and password will be displayed.
The same will also be sent as an SMS on your registered mobile number.
Step 3: Go to https://scholarships.gov.in/fresh/newstdRegfrmInstruction
Click on “Login to Apply”. Enter your Application ID and password.
Type the Captcha and click “Login”.
On the next screen, provide the OTP received on your registered mobile number. You will be directed to the Password Reset screen.
Create a new password and confirm.
Click “Submit”. You will be directed to the “Applicant’s Dashboard”.
Step 4: On the left pane, click “Application Form”. The fields marked as * are compulsory. Fill the details and upload the documents.
You can either click on “Save as Draft” to com
Clarifications
Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).
- Can I Apply Offline For The Scholarship?
No. You need to visit https://scholarships.gov.in/ to apply.
- Is There Any Application Fee?
No. The entire application process is completely free of cost.
- Do I Need To Complete The Application In One Sitting?
No. You can save the application as draft and continue at a later time before the deadline.
- How Do I Track The Status Of My Application?
You can check the same anytime by visiting the Applicant Dashboard and clicking "Track Status" in the left pane.
- What Should Be The Type And Size Of The Documents To Be Uploaded?
The format should be.pdf or .jpeg. The size of each document should not be greater than 200 kb.
- How Do I Know If A Field In The Application Form Is Mandatory?
The mandatory fields have a red asterisk (*) mark at the end.
Official links
References
- Guidelines (AY 2022-23)
- https://scholarships.gov.in/public/schemeGuidelines/Labour_Ministry_Guidelines_of_scholarhsips%20schemes.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the purpose of Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric?
- Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric is a government welfare initiative designed to support Individual, Individual through benefits related to Skills & Employment, financial assistance, subsidies, social welfare, healthcare, education, or livelihood support.
- Who can apply for Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric?
- Eligibility for Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric may depend on factors such as income category, age, gender, occupation, state of residence, social category, and government-defined beneficiary criteria.
- What benefits are offered under Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric?
- Benefits under Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric may include financial assistance, subsidies, scholarships, insurance support, healthcare benefits, pension support, training assistance, or welfare services depending on the scheme guidelines.
- Which department manages Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric?
- Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric is managed by Ministry Of Labour and Employment and may be implemented through district offices, online portals, CSC centres, banks, or authorised government agencies.
- Can users apply online for Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric?
- Yes, eligible applicants may be able to apply online for Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric through official government portals, authorised service centres, or digital application systems depending on the implementation process.
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- Many government schemes may require Aadhaar verification, identity proof, or linked bank account details for beneficiary validation and direct benefit transfer processing.
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- Applications for Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric may be submitted through government departments, official scheme portals, CSC centres, district offices, welfare departments, or authorised service centres.
- What documents may be required for Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric?
- Applicants may need Aadhaar card, income certificate, residence proof, bank account details, caste certificate, photographs, educational records, or occupation-related documents depending on scheme eligibility requirements.
- Is income certificate required for Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric?
- Income certificate requirements may vary depending on beneficiary category, subsidy eligibility, and financial assistance criteria defined under Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric.
- Is Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric a central government scheme?
- Yes, Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric is a central government welfare initiative that may be implemented across multiple states through authorised departments and agencies.
- Can students apply for Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric?
- Eligible students studying in recognised institutions may apply for Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric depending on educational qualification, category, income limit, and academic eligibility.
- Is scholarship amount provided under Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric?
- Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric may provide scholarship assistance, tuition support, educational reimbursement, or financial aid for eligible students.
- Can CSC centres help users apply for Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric?
- Many government schemes may be accessible through nearby CSC centres, authorised digital service centres, or welfare facilitation offices.
- How can users check the latest updates for Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric?
- Users should verify official notifications, department announcements, application deadlines, and eligibility updates through authorised government portals or implementing agencies.
- Can beneficiaries track application status for Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric?
- Certain schemes may provide online application tracking, beneficiary verification systems, or status-check facilities through official portals.
- Where can users get help for Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric in All India?
- Users in All India may seek assistance through CSC centres, district welfare offices, government departments, agriculture offices, social welfare departments, or authorised facilitation centres.
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- Depending on the scheme, users may require support from Aadhaar centres, CSC centres, banks, hospitals, post offices, or government welfare offices for document verification and application assistance.