Educational Assistance for Medical and Engineering Courses

Description
The Maharashtra Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board MBOCWW , Labour Department launched the Educational Assistance for Medical and Engineering Courses scheme. Under this scheme, financial aid of ₹1,00,000/- is granted for medical degrees, and ₹60,000/- for engineering degrees to the children and spouses of registered construction workers.

Benefits
• Medical Degree: ₹1,00,000/-
• Engineering Degree: ₹60,000/-

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 government-recognized medical or engineering institution.
3. A maximum of two children or the wife of the registered worker can apply.
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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 for 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: Who is eligible for this scheme?
A: The children and spouse of registered construction workers pursuing medical or engineering degrees.

Q: What is the financial assistance amount for medical students?
A: [?]1,00,000/- per year for medical degree students.

Q: What is the financial assistance amount for engineering students?
A: [?]60,000/- per year for engineering degree students.

Q: Is the scheme applicable to the spouse of the worker?
A: Yes, the scheme also benefits the wife of a registered male construction worker.

Q: How many children can benefit under this scheme?
A: A maximum of two children can avail of the benefits.

Q: What documents are needed for applying?
A: Required documents include a marksheet of the last academic year, a bonafide admission certificate, and the worker's registration card.

Q: Are private institutions covered under this scheme?
A: No, the assistance is provided only for government-recognized colleges or institutes.

Q: Is there any age limit for the children?
A: No specific age limit is mentioned for this scheme.

Q: How do I apply for this scheme?
A: Ddownload the application form from the official website, fill it, attach the required documents, and submit it to the labor office.

Q: Can the assistance be availed for both medical and engineering courses?
A: The scheme offers assistance for either medical or engineering courses, not both.

Q: Is the scheme also for diploma courses?
A: No, the scheme is applicable only for full-fledged degree courses in medical and engineering fields.

Q: Is assistance provided every year of study?
A: Yes, the assistance is provided annually, subject to passing and admission verification.

Q: Where can I check the status of my application?
A: Check the status by visiting the labor office or contacting the welfare board's regional office.