Educational Assistance (Scheme for the Pre-Matric and Post-Matric Scholarship to Children of Construction Workers Registered with the MBOCWWB)
This scheme provides scholarships to children of registered construction workers in Meghalaya for their education.
Key facts
| Benefit | ₹800 monthly |
|---|---|
| Who | Children of registered construction workers |
| Implemented by | Meghalaya Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board |
| Application window | Open all year for eligible students |
Benefits
Beneficiaries receive a monthly scholarship of ₹800 for degree courses, with varying amounts for other levels of study. Additional grants for books and uniforms are also provided based on the class of study.
Who can apply
- For: student
- Resident of Meghalaya
- not income tax payer
- no government employee in family
- poor household
Applicants must be children of construction workers registered with the Meghalaya Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. They should not be receiving any other financial assistance and must reside in Meghalaya. Only two children per family are eligible for the scholarship.
Who is not eligible
- Children studying in the same stage of education in different subjects
How to apply
Applications can be submitted through the Meghalaya Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- Obtain the application form from the Meghalaya Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board office or website.
- Gather required documents including MBOCWWB ID Card and student birth certificate.
- Complete the application form with accurate details.
- Submit the application form along with all required documents to the Board office.
- Await confirmation of scholarship approval from the Board.
Documents required
- MBOCWWB ID Card
- Birth Certificate of the student
- Two passport-size photographs of the student
- Attested copies of relevant certificates
- Attested copy of the construction workers' registration card
- Receipt of previous year's scholarship (if applicable)
- Annual Course Fee from the institution (if any)
- Clearance Certificate from the Head of the Institution
- Verification Certificate from the Head of the Institution
- Bank account details/Bank Passbook
- Any other documents as required
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply for the scholarship?
Children of construction workers registered with the MBOCWWB who are residents of Meghalaya can apply, provided they are not receiving other financial assistance.
What documents are required for the application?
Required documents include the MBOCWWB ID Card, birth certificate of the student, passport-size photographs, and attested copies of relevant certificates.
Is there a limit on the number of children from a family who can receive the scholarship?
Yes, only two children from the same parents or guardians are eligible to receive the scholarship.
What happens if a student fails a year?
If a student fails, they will not receive further scholarship until they pass the specific year of their course.
Can the scholarship be renewed?
Yes, students must apply for renewal each year, provided they secure promotion to the next higher class.
What are the consequences of misrepresentation in the application?
If a scholarship is obtained through misrepresentation, it will be cancelled, and the amount paid may be recovered.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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