Scheme for Grant of Financial Assistance to Industrial Workers/Employee for Purchase of Spectacles
Goa's scheme provides financial aid to industrial workers for purchasing spectacles, enhancing their vision.
Key facts
| Benefit | ₹2,000 one-time financial aid |
|---|---|
| Who | Industrial workers/employees in Goa |
| How paid | Through employer to Goa Labour Welfare Board |
| Implemented by | Goa Labour Welfare Board |
| Official portal | labour.goa.gov.in |
| Application window | Open all year for eligible applicants. |
Benefits
Beneficiaries receive a one-time financial aid of ₹2,000 to help cover the cost of spectacles. If the expenses exceed this amount, the worker must pay the difference.
Who can apply
- For: worker, employee
- Resident of Goa
- completed one year service
- has eye tested
- not on probation
Eligible applicants include industrial workers and employees who have completed at least one year of service in their establishment. They must have undergone an eye test and cannot be on probation. Only those residing in Goa can apply for this assistance.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted offline through the employer to the Goa Labour Welfare Board.
- Obtain the application form from the Department of Labour and Employment, Goa's official website.
- Complete the application form, including all mandatory fields and a passport-sized photograph if required.
- Attach all necessary documents, ensuring they are self-attested where needed.
- Submit the filled application form and documents through your employer to the Secretary, Goa Labour Welfare Board, Panaji.
Documents required
- Cash Receipt for Spectacle Purchase
- Prescription From a Qualified Optician/Doctor
- Certificate of the Medical Officer of the Organisation
- Certificate of the Eye Specialist
- Certificate of Management/Contractor stating the Completion of One Year of Service in the Industrial Establishment
- Any Additional Documents as Required by the Labour Welfare Board (if Applicable)
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Application rejected | Ensure all mandatory documents are attached and the application form is correctly filled out before submission. |
| Payment not received | Check with the employer to confirm that the application was submitted to the Goa Labour Welfare Board. |
Frequently asked questions
Can I apply for specialized lenses like bifocals?
Yes, reimbursement for specialized lenses is allowed if prescribed by a qualified optician or medical officer.
What if I am still on probation?
Applicants must have completed one year of service to be eligible, regardless of their probation status.
Can workers from Daman and Diu apply?
No, this scheme is exclusively for industrial workers employed in Goa.
Are online purchases eligible for reimbursement?
Yes, as long as the vendor is recognized and the spectacles meet the required specifications.
Can I apply for my family members?
No, the scheme only provides assistance for spectacles purchased by eligible industrial workers themselves.
Is there a limit on how often I can apply?
There is no specific limit on applications, but spectacles can only be replaced every five years.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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