Sarkari Yojana

Financial Assistance for Education (HPBOCWWB)

Himachal Pradesh
Quick Summary: HPBOCWWB pays registered Himachal construction workers yearly education aid for up to two children, from ₹8,400/- for Classes 1–8 up to ₹1,20,000/- for professional or research courses.

About Financial Assistance for Education (HPBOCWWB)

Introduced by the Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (HPBOCWWB), the “Financial Assistance for Education Scheme” pays yearly educational support for up to two children of each beneficiary. Coverage runs from Class I through professional courses like Medical and Engineering, and extends to PhD and research programmes.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Financial Assistance for Education (HPBOCWWB), applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:

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Applicants must live in Himachal Pradesh

Applicants must live in Himachal Pradesh

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Applicants must work as Building/ Construction Workers

Applicants must work as Building/ Construction Workers.

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Applicants must be 18 to 60 years old

Applicants must be 18 to 60 years old.

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The worker must have done a minimum of…

The worker must have done a minimum of 90 days of building and other construction work in the past 12 months.

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Registration must have been renewed every year

Registration must have been renewed every year. Eligibility Criteria for Scheme:

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The child's parent must be working in building…

The child's parent must be working in building or construction under the Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (HPBOCWWB).

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The child's parent must hold registration with the…

The child's parent must hold registration with the Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (HPBOCWWB).

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When applying, the parent's membership with the Himachal…

When applying, the parent's membership with the Himachal Pradesh Welfare Board must be active.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Financial Assistance for Education (HPBOCWWB) provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Class 1–8 (Primary & Middle School)

Class 1–8 (Primary & Middle School): ₹8,400/- a year

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Class 9–12 (Secondary & Senior Secondary)

Class 9–12 (Secondary & Senior Secondary): ₹12,000/- a year

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Graduation

Graduation: ₹36,000/- a year

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Post-Graduation

Post-Graduation: ₹60,000/- a year

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Diploma courses

Diploma courses: ₹48,000/- a year

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Polytechnic Diploma

Polytechnic Diploma: ₹60,000/- a year

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Professional / Research courses

Professional / Research courses: ₹1,20,000/- a year Note: Girls and boys are covered on the same terms.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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The member's identity card

The member's identity card

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Bank account particulars, such as a passbook copy

Bank account particulars, such as a passbook copy

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The Labour Card

The Labour Card

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Identity proof of the student/child

Identity proof of the student/child

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Receipt for hostel expenses

Receipt for hostel expenses

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A certificate of age

A certificate of age

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Other documents as may be required

Other documents as may be required

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Financial Assistance for Education (HPBOCWWB) through the offline application process outlined below.

The Registration Process for Building and Other Construction Workers is as follows:

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During office hours, go to the Labor Welfare…

During office hours, go to the Labor Welfare Office and ask the concerned official for a printed copy of the prescribed registration application form.

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Complete all mandatory fields, affix a passport-sized photograph…

Complete all mandatory fields, affix a passport-sized photograph (signed across, if needed) and attach copies of the required documents (self-attested, if needed).

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Hand in the signed form along with a…

Hand in the signed form along with a wage slip or employer's appointment letter confirming 90 days of construction work; if neither is available, a certificate from a local authority (for example a councilor, executive officer or Panchayat Secretary) may be given to confirm employment.

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Once the documents and payment are submitted, the…

Once the documents and payment are submitted, the worker receives an acknowledgment receipt confirming registration. NOTE 1: Make sure the application is lodged within any prescribed time limit. NOTE 2: After three years, the worker has to visit the office to pay the renewal fee, and must furnish proof of 90 days of work every year to stay eligible for benefits. NOTE 3: A one-time registration fee is payable at the office and remains valid for three years.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Financial Assistance for Education (HPBOCWWB) through the online application process outlined below.

Registration Process for Building and Other Construction Workers:

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Open the Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction…

Open the Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board's official website.

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New users should choose worker services and then…

New users should choose worker services and then "New Registration."

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When the dashboard loads, fill in the form…

When the dashboard loads, fill in the form with every required detail; fields marked with an asterisk (*) are compulsory.

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Upload the necessary documents, such as ID proof…

Upload the necessary documents, such as ID proof and other specified certificates, making sure they are legible and in the required format.

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After filling the form and uploading documents, choose…

After filling the form and uploading documents, choose "Submit"; you will be taken to the payment gateway to pay the application fee online.

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When payment and submission succeed, a registration number…

When payment and submission succeed, a registration number is generated, which confirms your application and should be kept for future reference. Scheme Application Process:

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Open the Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction…

Open the Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board's official website.

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Choose "Apply for Benefits."

Choose "Apply for Benefits."

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Type in your beneficiary details and date of…

Type in your beneficiary details and date of birth and choose "Search" to display your record.

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Pick the scheme whose benefits you want to…

Pick the scheme whose benefits you want to claim.

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Provide the information requested and upload the required…

Provide the information requested and upload the required documents.

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Choose "Submit Application" to complete the process

Choose "Submit Application" to complete the process. Application Tracking: Application status can be followed online on the Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board's official website, and updates are sent to the registered mobile number.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References