Financial Assistance for Hostel Facility in Professional/Technical Institutions (HBOCWWB)

Description
The scheme “Financial Assistance for Hostel Facility in Professional/Technical Institutions” is implemented by the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board HBOCWWB , Labour Department, Government of Haryana. Under this scheme, the Board provides financial assistance of up to ₹1,20,000/- to the children of construction workers for hostel facilities while they pursue technical/professional courses in recognized institutes. The financial assistance will be given directly to the recognized government or private institute, college, university, IIT, IIM, AIIMS, etc. Reimbursement of admission expenses will be provided to the candidate upon submission of an attested copy of the original receipt.

Exclusions
• In case the student fails, this assistance will not be given again for the same class.
• Students who are self-employed or employed will not be eligible for benefits under this scheme.

Benefits
• Under the scheme, financial assistance up to a maximum limit of ₹1,20,000/- is provided to the children of construction workers for hostel facilities in professional/technical institutions.
• **Note:** The financial assistance will be given directly to the Government/Government-recognized Private Institute/College/University/IIT/IIM /AIIMS etc. and the reimbursement of the admission expenses will be given to the candidate on the production of the attested copy of the original receipt.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be engaged in building or construction work.
2. The applicant should be registered with the Haryana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
3. The registered worker should have a minimum of one year of regular membership.
4. The worker should have an active membership with the Board.
5. The children of construction workers who stay in hostels while pursuing regular technical/professional courses are eligible for benefits under this scheme.
6. Financial assistance for hostel facilities will be available for up to three children per worker.

Required Documents
• Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card, Voter Card
• Passport-size photograph
• Attested work experience document
• Proof of Residence
• Ration Card
• Bank account details
• Caste Certificate (If applicable)
• Proof of age
• Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID)
• Disability certificate (If applicable)
• Any other documents as required
• Identity proof/ID Card of Worker
• Identity proof of student/child
• Receipt of Hostel Expenditure
• Verification Certificate (only for private institute)
• A certificate issued by the head of the institution that the student is continuing studies regularly in the institution.
• Undertaking/declaration
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for the financial assistance under this scheme?
A: The children of construction workers who stay in hostels while pursuing regular technical/professional courses are eligible for benefits under this scheme.

Q: Who can apply under the scheme?
A: The workers registered construction workers with a minimum of one year of regular membership and active membership status can apply for scheme benefits for their children.

Q: How much financial assistance can be availed through this scheme?
A: A maximum of [?]1,20,000/- can be availed for hostel facilities.

Q: How many children per construction worker can benefit from this scheme?
A: Financial assistance for hostel facilities is available for up to three children per construction worker.

Q: Can a student who has failed and is repeating the class avail the assistance again?
A: No, if a student fails, they cannot receive assistance again for the same class.

Q: Are students who are self-employed or employed eligible for this scheme?
A: No, self-employed or employed students are not eligible for benefits under this scheme.

Q: What is the procedure to apply for this scheme?
A: Applicants should visit the Official Website of the Labour Department Haryana to apply. https://hrylabour.gov.in/

Q: Is the scheme applicable to both government and private institutions?
A: Yes, the scheme is applicable to both government and government-recognized private institutions.

Q: What is the duration of membership required for worker with HBOCWWB to be eligible?
A: A minimum of one year of regular membership is required.

Q: How does one register as a construction worker with HBOCWWB?
A: Visit the Official Website of the Labour Department Haryana for registration details. https://hrylabour.gov.in/bocw/Basicinfo/bocw_terms

Q: Are part-time or distance learning courses covered under this scheme?
A: No, the scheme is only for regular full-time courses.