Scheme For Assistance For Start Ups/ Innovation 2026

The Awasiya Vidyala Yojana, launched by the Uttar Pradesh Labour Department, provides free residential schooling for the Read More... children of registered construction workers. Read less

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Many children of construction workers face challenges in getting or continuing their education due to their parents' financial struggles and living conditions at work sites. Recognizing this, the Uttar Pradesh government has introduced the Awasiya Vidyala Yojana.

What Is This Scheme?

This scheme sets up special residential schools to give quality education to children aged 6 to 14 years whose parents are registered construction workers. It covers primary, junior high, and secondary education, ensuring these kids get a good start in life.

Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?

The main beneficiaries are the children of registered construction workers in Uttar Pradesh. Specifically, children falling within the age bracket of 6 to 14 years are eligible to receive free education and boarding facilities under this program.

Why This Scheme Is Important

The Awasiya Vidyala Yojana aims to break the cycle of poverty by providing educational opportunities to a vulnerable section of society. By offering free education, accommodation, food, and other essential facilities, it ensures that children of construction workers are not left behind and can build a brighter future.

Initially, these residential schools are being set up in 12 districts: Etawah, Bhadohi, Kannauj, Moradabad, Firozabad, Lalitpur, Bahraich, Ghaziabad, Kanpur, Azamgarh, Agra, and Meerut. The plan is to expand the scheme to other districts later, based on its success and the need identified.

Objective

The Awasiya Vidyala Yojana, launched by the Uttar Pradesh Labour Department, provides free residential schooling for the children of registered construction workers.

Benefits

Assistance to StartupsThe Quantum of Assistance as under would be provided to the Startups whose innovative project is approved/sanctioned by SLEC.Sustenance Allowance:A sustenance allowance of ₹ 20,000 per month per startup will be provided to the Startups for a period of one year.If startups have at least one woman co-founder, ₹ 25,000 per month per startup will be provided as a sustenance allowance.Seed Support:Seed support up to ₹ 30,00,000 will be provided to the Startups on the following, based on approval/ sanction by SLEC:1. Cost of raw materials/consumables/hardware & software/professional services /other equipment/ tools required for prototype/product/process development2. Market research Testing & Trials3. Marketing/ publicity assistance: Here marketing/ publicity assistance covers assistance to startups to attend national/international events. The fees/charges paid for attending the same will be considered eligible under this head.[Note:However, it is clarified that to and fro conveyance/accommodation expenses will not be considered for assistance]Assistance to Startups having a Significant Impact on Society:Additional support of upto ₹ 10,00,000 assistance will be provided to startups having innovative projects which have a significant impact on society, based on the conditions on approval/ sanction given by the SLEC.Pre-Series A funding:In the life cycle of a Startup, there is a funding gap which is better identified as the valley of death. This is a phase post commercialization where the Startup has just started generating revenue till the time period where its product/service gets market traction. Such startups will be assisted in getting venture capital. Initially, to support, such mid-level Pre-series A funding to startups, a separate fund shall be created under Gujarat Venture Finance Limited (GVFL). This assistance will be specifically to cater to the startups that have already received seed support from the government under various schemes for the promotion of startups.Interest subsidy:The startups that have been approved/sanctioned under this scheme will be eligible to avail of an additional interest subsidy of 1%, a maximum of up to 9% on term loans under the provisions of the scheme for assistance to MSMEs.Assistance to enroll and participate in Acceleration Program:Assistance up to ₹ 3,00,000 per startup will be provided to enroll and participate in the national / internationally recognized acceleration program. Approved/sanctioned startups will be eligible for assistance up to ₹ 3,00,000 per startup during the operative period of the scheme, to enroll/participate in a national/internationally recognized acceleration program. The fees/charges paid for attending the same will be considered eligible for getting assistance. However, it is clarified that to and fro conveyance/accommodation expenses will not be considered under this assistance.Acceleration Program:An acceleration program is typically a 3-4 month program for startups at the early traction and scaling stage. It is a process of intense, rapid, and immersive education aimed at accelerating the growth of the startup.Assistance for Skill Development:Approved/sanctioned startups shall be provided assistance for skill development training specific to soft skills, managerial skills, marketing skills, and financing skills for the startup project. Such skill development training should support the startups in understanding the ecosystem, fundraising, commercializing, and scaling up the startup project. Financial assistance up to Rs. 1 lakh per approved/sanctioned startup shall be given for participating in such skill development training programs on a reimbursement basis.Assistance to the Approved/Sanctioned Nodal InstitutionMentoring Assistance:Mentoring Assistance of ₹ 1,00,000 per approved/sanctioned startup shall be provided to Nodal institution for the mentoring service (Maximum ₹ 15,00,000 per annum per institute.Reimbursement Expenses on Organizing Promotional Events:Reimbursement of 75% of expenses incurred for organizing promotional events to the extent of a maximum ₹ 5,00,000. If the event being organized is specific to "Women Entrepreneurship", the Nodal Institution will be eligible for reimbursement of 90% of expenses incurred for organizing promotional events to the extent of a maximum ₹ 5,00,000. However, it is clarified that the beneficiary Nodal Institution will not be eligible to get assistance under any other scheme of Govt. of Gujarat for the same component/purpose.Other Support:1. Govt. will support approved/ sanctioned Startups to get free access to universities/ Libraries/ Govt. Laboratories/ SDCs (GIDC) / Center of Excellence / PSUs to support and facilitate innovative ideas/concepts.2. For organizing Acceleration Programs in Gujarat any institution, would be assisted by providing financial assistance, as approved by SLEC, maximum up to the matching contribution to the expenditure incurred.3. The project is entitled to avail of other benefits under the schemes for assistance to MSMEs.

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Guidelines

Eligibility Criteria

The parent must be a registered construction worker.
The child must be between 6 and 14 years of age.

How To Apply

To apply for the Awasiya Vidyala Yojana, you typically need to follow these steps:

Ensure your child meets the age and parent's registration criteria.
Obtain the application form from either the nearest labour office, the Tehsildar's office in your tehsil, or the Block Development Officer in your development block.
Fill out the application form accurately.
Submit the completed application form along with all the required documents to the concerned Labour Department office.

Note: The scheme is operated by the Labour Department of Uttar Pradesh.

Documents Required

A photocopy of the construction worker's registration certificate.
Proof that the contribution has been deposited.

Official Sources

Application forms can be downloaded from or obtained from the following locations:

Nearest labour office.
Tehsildar of the concerned tehsil.
Block Development Officer of the concerned development block.

FAQ’s

What is the main goal of the Awasiya Vidyala Yojana?

The primary goal of the Awasiya Vidyala Yojana is to provide quality residential education, along with free boarding and lodging, to children of registered construction workers who are between 6 and 14 years old.

Do I need to pay any fees for my child to study at an Atal Awasiya Vidyala?

No, you do not need to pay any educational fees for your child to study at an Atal Awasiya Vidyala. The scheme provides free education.

Can a child whose parents are construction workers but not registered apply?

No, the eligibility criteria clearly state that the parent must be a registered construction worker to avail the benefits of this scheme.

Where can I get the application form for this scheme?

You can get the application form from the nearest labour office, the Tehsildar of the concerned tehsil, or the Block Development Officer of the concerned development block.

What specific documents do I need to submit when applying?

You will need to submit a photocopy of the registration certificate of the construction worker parent and proof of deposit of contribution.

What is the age range for children to be eligible for this scheme?

Children must be between 6 and 14 years old to be eligible for the Awasiya Vidyala Yojana.

Are there any charges for registering or applying for the scheme?

No, there are no charges for registering yourself as a construction worker or for the application process itself.

What kind of facilities are provided to the children under the scheme?

The scheme provides free residential education, along with free accommodation, clothing, food, and other necessary facilities for the children.

How does a construction worker get their child enrolled in this residential school?

First, the parent must be registered with the Labour Department. Then, they need to submit the filled application form with the required documents to the Labour Department to get their child enrolled.