Educational Assistance for Degree Course

Description
The Educational Assistance for Degree Course scheme was launched by the Maharashtra Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board MBOCWW , Labour Department Maharashtra. The scheme provides financial assistance of ₹20,000/- per year to children of registered construction workers pursuing their undergraduate degrees. This benefit is also extended to the wife of a registered male worker.

Benefits
• Financial assistance of ₹20,000/- per year for undergraduate students.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The children's parents or guardians should be registered under the Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
2. The student must be enrolled in a degree course (1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year).
3. The benefit applies to a maximum of two children and the wife of a registered male worker.
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Application Process
Step 1: Step-1: The interested applicant downloads the application form from the MBOCWW official website.
Step-2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
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Step-1: The interested applicant downloads the application form from the MBOCWW official website.
Step-2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step-3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Labor Commissioner/Government Labor Officer.
Step-4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).

Required Documents
• Passport-size Photo.
• Aadhaar Card.
• Identity Card of Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
• Bank Passbook.
• Marksheet/School Certificate of passing in the previous academic level.
• Acknowledgment/Bonafide of Admission in the current academic year.
• Proof of Residence (One of Aadhaar Card/Passport/Driving Licence/Ration Sheet/Last Month's Electricity Bill/Gram Panchayat Certificate).

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the financial assistance provided under this scheme?
A: The scheme provides [?]20,000 per year to students enrolled in a degree course.

Q: How many children can benefit from this scheme?
A: A maximum of two children per registered worker can benefit.

Q: Is this scheme available to the spouse of a registered worker?
A: Yes, the wife of a registered male construction worker is also eligible.

Q: What are the eligibility criteria for this scheme?
A: The student must be pursuing an undergraduate degree, and the worker must be registered with the Maharashtra Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.

Q: Is the assistance provided for each year of the degree course?
A: Yes, the assistance is provided for 1st to 4th year of the degree course, if applicable.

Q: What documents are required for the application?
A: Required documents include the student's previous year's mark sheet, proof of admission for the current year, Aadhaar card, and bank details.

Q: Is this scheme applicable for students outside Maharashtra?
A: No, the scheme is only applicable for students and workers in Maharashtra.

Q: What if my child is in a diploma course?
A: This scheme is specifically for degree courses, not diploma programs.

Q: Can I apply for more than two children?
A: No, the scheme allows benefits for a maximum of two children.

Q: Is there a minimum academic percentage required to qualify?
A: No, the scheme only requires the child to be enrolled and have passed the previous academic year.

Q: Can this benefit be combined with other educational schemes?
A: No, this scheme cannot be combined with similar financial assistance programs.

Q: Where do I submit the application form?
A: The form must be submitted to the nearest Labour Commissioner's office or Government Labour Officer.