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Grant of Financial Assistance for Purchase of Textbooks/Notebooks to School-Going Children of Industrial Workers/Employees (GLWB)

Through this scheme, the children of industrial workers/employees, studying in classes 1st to 4th in recognized/approved schools are provided financial assistance for the purchase of textbooks/notebooks. The scheme aims to provide financial support for the educational needs of the children.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Goa

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Financial Assistance (based on the child's Level of Education) | - Class 1st: ₹1,200. | - Class 2nd: ₹1,200. | - Class 3rd: ₹1,800. | - Class 4th: ₹1,800. | Purpose | Purchase of Textbooks / Notebooks. | Disbursement | Through the management of the Head of the Institutions where their children are studying.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a regular industrial worker/employee of the Goa Labour Welfare Board.; The applicant should have at least 6 months of continuous service.; The applicant should not be employed in supervisory or managerial roles earning ₹1,600/- and above per month.; The applicant should have wages/salary not exceeding ₹20,000/-.; The applicant should have children studying in classes 1st to 4th in recognized/approved schools.; Lowest income of the parents.; Preference will be given to the students studying in higher classes.; Workers having not more than two children will be given priority.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Is there a deadline for submitting the application?

Yes, the application should reach the Secretary on or before 30th September every year.

What is the minimum duration of service required for eligibility?

Applicants should have at least 6 months of continuous service to be eligible for the scheme.

Are there any restrictions on the salary or wage level of the applicants?

Yes, applicants should not be employed in supervisory or managerial roles earning [?]1,600/- and above per month. Their wages/salary should not exceed [?]20,000/-.

Do applicants need to have children enrolled in specific classes to qualify for assistance?

Yes, applicants should have children studying in classes 1st to 4th in recognized/approved schools.

How is the assistance disbursed to the beneficiaries?

The assistance will be disbursed to the workers/employees through the management of the Head of the Institutions where their children are studying.

Can the assistance be utilized for other educational expenses?

The assistance is specifically intended to be utilized towards the cost of purchasing textbooks/notebooks.

How can interested applicants obtain the application form for this scheme?

Interested applicants should download the prescribed format of the application form from the Official Website of the Department of Labour and Employment, Goa.

Can applicants submit the application form directly to the Goa Labour Welfare Board?

No, the application form and documents should be submitted through employers or through the Heads of Educational Institutions where the child is studying, to the Secretary, Goa Labour Welfare Board.

Is there a specific timeframe within which the financial assistance is disbursed to the beneficiary's bank account?

No, there is no specific timeframe within which the financial assistance is disbursed to the beneficiary's bank account.

Are part-time workers eligible to apply for this scheme?

The scheme specifies that applicants should be regular industrial workers/employees, so part-time workers may not meet the eligibility criteria.

Can applicants from any industry apply for assistance?

Yes, as long as applicants are registered industrial workers/employees under the Goa Labour Welfare Board, they are eligible regardless of their industry.

Can applicants with a salary below ₹1,600/- per month apply?

Yes, applicants with a salary below [?]1,600/- per month are eligible to apply, provided they meet the other eligibility criteria.