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Financial Assistance for Studies (BBOCWWB)

The scheme is implemented by the Bihar Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Resources Department, Govt. of Bihar. Under this scheme, educational financial support is provided to the children of registered workers who have been members of the Board for at least one year.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Bihar

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Under this scheme, the following financial assistance is provided to the children of registered building and construction workers: | - Full tuition fees are covered for admission to prestigious government institutes like IIT, IIM, AIIMS, etc. | - A one-time financial assistance of ₹20,000/- is provided upon admission to a B.Tech. or equivalent course in a government institution. | - A one-time financial assistance of ₹10,000/- is provided for pursuing a Polytechnic, Nursing, or equivalent diploma course in a government institution. | - A one-time financial assistance of ₹5,000/- is provided for pursuing an ITI or equivalent course in a government institution.

Who can apply

The worker should be engaged in building or construction work.; The worker should be registered with the Bihar Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.; The registered worker should have a minimum of one year of continuous membership.; The worker's membership should be active at the time of application.; The children of registered workers should be pursuing or have been admitted to one of the following regular technical or professional courses:

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Who is eligible for the financial assistance under this scheme?

The scheme is available to the children of construction workers who are registered with the Bihar Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (BBOCWWB) and have been members for at least one year.

What types of workers are covered under the scheme?

The scheme covers a range of construction workers, including unskilled workers, masons, carpenters, electricians, painters, welders, concrete mixers, and more. Workers engaged in building, road, bridge, and dam construction are included.

Which educational institutions are covered by the scheme?

The scheme covers admission to prestigious government institutes like IIT, IIM, AIIMS, and government institutions for B.Tech, Polytechnic, Nursing, and ITI courses.

How much financial assistance is provided for B.Tech or equivalent courses?

A one-time financial assistance of [?]20,000/- is provided upon admission to a B.Tech or equivalent course in a government institution.

What is the financial assistance amount for Polytechnic, Nursing, or equivalent diploma courses?

A one-time financial assistance of [?]10,000/- is given for pursuing a Polytechnic, Nursing, or equivalent diploma course in a government institution.

How much assistance is provided for ITI or equivalent courses?

A one-time financial assistance of [?]5,000/- is provided for pursuing an ITI or equivalent course in a government institution.

How can a construction worker register with the BBOCWWB?

Workers can register by visiting the official website of BBOCWWB at https://bocw.bihar.gov.in/Website/LabourReg.aspx

How can one apply for benefits under this scheme?

Applications can be submitted through the official BBOCWWB website at https://bocw.bihar.gov.in/Website/SchemeApply.aspx

How can one track their application status?

Applicants can track their application status online at https://bocw.bihar.gov.in/Registration/ApplicationStatus.aspx

Are there any exclusions to the types of workers covered under the scheme?

Yes, workers covered under the Factory Act, 1948, and Mines Act, 1952, are not included.

Can financial assistance be provided for courses in private institutions?

No, the scheme only covers courses in government institutions.