What you get
One-time financial assistance per child: | - Higher Secondary or Equivalent: ₹5,000/- per annum. | - B.A./B.Sc/B.Com/Diploma: ₹7,500/- per annum. | - Post Graduate Degree/Diploma Course: ₹10,000/- per annum. | - Engineering or Medical Degree: ₹37,500/- per annum.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
How much financial assistance is provided?
A one-time assistance of [?]5,000 is provided per family for children's education.
Who is eligible for this scheme?
Labour card holders staying in relief camps set up by the government are eligible.
Is the assistance given directly to the families?
Yes, the amount is transferred via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the bank account of the beneficiary.
What is the mode of applying for this scheme?
Eligible labour card holders must submit the application form to Relief Camp Nodal Officers or Labour Board Inspectors.
Is this assistance available multiple times?
No, the assistance is a one-time benefit per family.
What if the family has more than one child?
The assistance is fixed per family, regardless of the number of children.
Can families staying outside relief camps apply for the scheme?
No, only families residing in relief camps are eligible for the scheme.
What is the role of Relief Camp Nodal Officers?
They help with the verification of applications and ensure the distribution of benefits.
Is there a specific deadline for applying?
The scheme is open until the relief camps are operational, so applications should be submitted before camp closures.
What documents are required to apply for the scheme?
A self-attested copy of the labour card, qualification details, and bank account details for DBT.
Can Labour Unions assist in applying for the scheme?
Yes, Labour Unions can help labour card holders submit their applications and access the scheme benefits.
What happens if the beneficiary has lost their bank documents?
In such cases, the financial benefit is provided in cash after verification by the Relief Camp Nodal Officer or Labour Board Inspector.