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Educational Assistance (Scheme for the Pre-Matric and Post-Matric Scholarship to Children of Construction Workers Registered with the MBOCWWB)

The scheme provides scholarships in the form of financial assistance to children of construction workers registered under the Board. These scholarships will be applicable for courses of study specified by the Board from time to time.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Meghalaya

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Value of the Scholarship: | - The rate of the scholarship for different courses/subjects is as follows: | Sl. No.Level of StudyStipend (Per Month)1Degree₹800/-2Diploma₹600/-3Certificate course₹600/-4Class XI & XII₹600/-5Class VIII to X₹500/-6Class V to VII₹400/-2. Reader’s charges for Blind students (Blind Scholars): Blind Students/Scholars will be given an additional amount of ₹200/- per month as "Readers charges subject to production of disability certificate issued by the competent authority". | - A One Time Book and Uniform Grant to students at 2 months stipend will be granted for the students of the following group of classes: | Sl. No.Class/CourseGrant Amount (One time Grant)1Class I- Class II₹400/-2Class III- Class IV₹600/-3Class 5 - Class 7₹800/-4Class 8 - Class 10 ₹1,000/-5Class 11 - Class 12₹1,200/-6Certificate course₹1,200/-7Diploma course ₹1,200/-8Degree course ₹1,600/-Note: The rates and the type of courses for which the scholarship will be granted are subject to revision from time to time. | Duration of Awards: | The award once made will be tenable from the stage at which it is given to the completion of the course, subject to good conduct and regular attendance. Noncompliance with any of the eligibility conditions and rules may cause the discontinuity of the scholarship at any time. | Payment: | The stipend will be paid to the selected students by the Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board in accordance with the procedure laid down by the Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.

Who can apply

The beneficiary should be a resident of Meghalaya.; The beneficiary should be engaged in a building or other construction work.; The beneficiary should be registered under the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.; The beneficiary should have an active membership of the Board.; The children of beneficiary/registered workers should be enrolled in any grade from Class I to Degree Course.; The children of workers must not be in receipt of any other financial assistance from any other source.; Only two children of the same parents/ guardians will be entitled to receive scholarships. This restriction will apply to girls also.; If a student is found to have obtained a scholarship by misrepresentation, his/her scholarship will be cancelled forthwith and the amount of the scholarship paid will be recovered, at the discretion of the Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.; A scholarship awarded may be cancelled if the student changes the subject of the course of study for which the scholarship was originally awarded or changes the institution of study without prior approval of the Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.; A student may have to refund the scholarship amount at the discretion of the Building & Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board if during the course of the year, the studies for which the scholarship has been awarded, are discontinued by him/her.; The Rules & Regulations of the Scheme can be also altered/modified at any time at the discretion of the Building & Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is the objective of the scheme?

The objective is to provide financial assistance to children of construction workers to enable them to complete their education.

What is the scope of the scholarship?

These scholarships are available for studies in India only and are awarded by the Building & Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board from the fund available with the Welfare Board.

Who is eligible for the scheme?

Children of construction workers registered under the Meghalaya Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board are eligible for the scholarship.

What are the benefits provided under this scholarship?

The scholarship includes stipends ranging from [?]400 to [?]800 per month depending on the level of study, along with one-time book and uniform grants.

How is the stipend amount determined?

The stipend amount varies based on the level of study, such as Degree, Diploma, Certificate courses, and school education from Class V to Class XII.

Is there any additional assistance provided for blind students?

Yes, blind students are eligible for an additional amount of [?]200 per month as "Readers charges subject to production of disability certificate issued by the competent authority".

Are there any specific courses covered under this scholarship?

Courses specified by the Board from time to time are covered under this scholarship scheme.

What is the duration of the scholarship awards?

The scholarship is tenable from the stage at which it is given to the completion of the course, subject to good conduct and regular attendance.

Can the scholarship be discontinued?

Yes, noncompliance with any of the eligibility conditions and rules may cause the discontinuation of the scholarship at any time.

How is the scholarship payment made?

The stipend will be paid to the selected students by the Building & Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board according to the procedure laid down by the Welfare Board.

Who is excluded from eligibility for the scholarship?

Children of workers who are studying in the same stage of education in different subjects or pursuing professional studies in a different stream, children of workers under full employment during the period of study, and those pursuing part-time courses are excluded from eligibility.

What is the educational requirement for children of workers to be eligible?

Children of registered workers should be enrolled in any grade from Class I to Degree Course to be eligible.

Are there any restrictions on the number of children eligible per family?

Only two children of the same parents/guardians, including girls, are entitled to receive scholarships.

Can children of workers in receipt of financial assistance from other sources apply for this scholarship?

No, children of workers must not be in receipt of any other financial assistance from any other source to be eligible.

What courses are excluded from scholarship eligibility?

Courses with a duration of 6 months or less are excluded from scholarship eligibility.

What are the renewal criteria for the scholarship?

Students must apply afresh for renewal of the scholarship each year, provided they secure promotion to the next higher class.

What are the special provisions for exceptionally meritorious students?

Special provisions are made for exceptionally meritorious students, and there is special relaxation for physically handicapped children in cut-off marks obtained.

What happens if a student fails to pass a particular year of the course?

A student failing to pass a particular year of the course shall not receive further scholarship until they pass the specific year, as certified by the institution.

How can the application be submitted?

Applications can be made online at http://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services

Can the application be tracked?

Yes, applications can be tracked from the Dashboard after logging into http://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services