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Maternity Benefit Scheme (HBOCWWB) 2026

The Haryana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board offers financial support to deserving children of registered Read More... construction workers to pursue higher education, covering costs for study materials, accommodation, and technology. Read less

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For the bright future of construction workers' children, the Haryana government has introduced a special scheme. The Mukhya Mantri Shramyogi Prathibhavan Vidyarthi Yojana aims to ease the financial burden of higher education for meritorious students from construction worker families.

What Is This Scheme?

This scheme, run by the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (HBOCWWB), provides crucial financial support. It's designed to help children of registered construction workers achieve their higher education dreams by covering expenses like tuition fees, hostel stays, books, stationery, and even laptops or computers.

Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?

The scheme is for the children of construction workers who are registered with the Haryana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. These students need to have demonstrated academic excellence, achieving at least 85% in their 10+2 board exams or 75% or more in their Bachelor's degree, and must be enrolled as regular students in their first year of undergraduate, postgraduate, or professional courses.

Why This Scheme Is Important

Recognizing the hard work of construction workers, this scheme ensures that their children are not held back from pursuing higher education due to financial constraints. By supporting academic pursuits, the scheme aims to uplift families and contribute to the overall development of skilled professionals in the state.

Objective

The Haryana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board offers financial support to deserving children of registered construction workers to pursue higher education, covering costs for study materials, accommodation, and technology.

Benefits

  • Under this scheme, financial assistance of ₹36,000/- (i.e. ₹30,000/- for motherhood and ₹6000/- for nutritious food) will be given to registered women construction workers after the birth of the child.
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    Eligibility Criteria

    1. The applicant must be actively involved in building or construction work.
    2. Applicants need to be registered with the Haryana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
    3. A minimum of one year of continuous membership with the Board is required.
    4. The worker's membership with the Board must be active.
    5. The worker's child should have achieved 85% marks in their senior secondary (10+2) board exams, or 75% or more in their Bachelor's degree, and be continuing as a regular student in the next academic year or course.
    6. Students pursuing commercial pilot training and type rating courses from institutions approved by the Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) are also eligible for benefits.
    7. Individuals cannot claim benefits from this scheme if they are already receiving aid from other financial assistance, higher education, or professional course schemes of the Board.
    8. Financial aid is available for up to the first three children of a registered worker.
    9. The worker must not have applied for the same class/course for the child previously, nor received similar benefits from any other government entity.

    Note 1: Institutions like IIMs, IITs, IIITs, AIIMS, NITs, NIFT, NID, Indian Institute of Hotel Management, National Law University, and other Central Government institutions approved by statutory bodies (UGC, AICTE, PCI, MCI, etc.) are eligible for this scheme.

    Note 2: Only institutions located within India are eligible to participate.

    How To Apply

    1. Eligible individuals can apply through the official website of the Labour Department, Haryana.
    2. Visit the portal and navigate to the section for Mukhya Mantri Shramyogi Prathibhavan Vidyarthi Yojana.
    3. Fill out the application form with accurate details.
    4. Upload all the necessary documents as specified.
    5. Submit the application.

    For detailed information and to apply, please visit the Official Website of the Labour Department Haryana.

    Documents Required

    For Registration under HBOCWWB:

    • Identity proof (e.g., Aadhaar Card, Voter Card)
    • Recent passport-size photograph
    • Document proving work experience (attested)
    • 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 requested by the board

    For Scheme Benefits:

    • Worker's Identity proof/ID Card
    • Student's/Child's Identity proof
    • Attested copy of the mark sheet for the relevant class/course
    • Declaration form (attested by the beneficiary and institution head) - Download Declaration Form
    • Tuition fee slip
    • Verified slip for hostel fee payment
    • Attested copy of the bill/challan for books and stationery
    • Bill/challan receipt for the computer/laptop, including UPS and accessories
    • Any other documents as requested

    FAQ’s

    What's the main purpose behind this scholarship scheme?

    The scheme's main goal is to provide financial aid for tuition, hostel accommodation, study materials like books and stationery, and essential equipment like laptops or computers for students pursuing higher education.

    Can children studying commercial pilot courses get help from this scheme?

    Yes, students in commercial pilot training courses and type rating courses are eligible, provided their training institution is approved by the Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).

    How many children of a construction worker can receive benefits under this Yojana?

    Financial assistance under this scheme is limited to the first three children of a registered construction worker.

    What academic scores are needed for a student to qualify?

    Students must have achieved at least 85% marks in their senior secondary (10+2) board exams or 75% or more in their Bachelor's degree course. They also need to be enrolled as regular students in the first year of their undergraduate, postgraduate, or professional course.

    What financial aid is available for buying a laptop?

    A one-time grant of ₹49,000 per student is provided to cover the cost of purchasing a laptop or computer during their course of study.

    Are there any institutions that are not eligible for this scheme?

    Only institutions that are established within India are eligible to participate in this scheme. Abroad institutions are not covered.

    What's the yearly amount allocated for books and stationery?

    Each student is eligible to receive ₹5,000 annually to purchase books and stationery.

    Is it possible for a student to get funds from this scheme and another government scheme at the same time?

    No, applicants who qualify for this scheme cannot receive benefits from any other similar scheme offered by the Board or any other government department/corporation for the same purpose.

    How much financial support can a student get for their hostel expenses?

    Students can receive financial assistance of up to ₹72,000 for their hostel accommodation fees.

    What are the basic requirements for a construction worker to register?

    The worker must be engaged in building or construction work, have been registered with the Haryana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board for at least one year continuously, and maintain an active membership.

    Can a student reapply for aid if they fail a year?

    No, financial assistance will not be provided again for the same class if the student fails to pass.

    Does the scheme cover tuition fees?

    Yes, the scheme provides for the reimbursement of tuition fees for eligible students.

    Are there any specific types of institutions that are recognized by this scheme?

    Yes, the scheme recognizes institutions like IIMs, IITs, AIIMS, NITs, NIFT, NID, Indian Institutes of Hotel Management, National Law Universities, and other institutions approved by statutory bodies like UGC, AICTE, PCI, and MCI.

    What is the procedure to apply for this scheme?

    Interested candidates can apply by visiting the official website of the Labour Department Haryana and submitting the required application form along with all necessary documents.

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