The Financial Assistance for Education of Self/Children of Beneficiaries scheme is a welfare initiative by the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Department, West Bengal. The scheme provides financial assistance to registered construction workers and their children pursuing Higher Secondary and above education. To avail of this benefit, a worker must be registered for at least 6 months under the Board.
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Benefits
| Class/Course | Financial Assistance |
|---|---|
| Madhyamik passed & Admitted to Class XI | ₹4,000/- |
| Promoted to Class XII | ₹5,000/- |
| H.S. passed & Admitted to Graduation | ₹6,000/- |
| Admitted to Post Graduation (P.G.) | ₹8,000/- |
| Admitted to Medical/Engineering/MBA/CA | ₹30,000/- |
- A single beneficiary can avail of this benefit only twice.
Eligibility Criteria
For Registration as a Building/Construction Worker:
- The applicant must be a resident of West Bengal.
- Must be a Building/Construction Worker.
- The applicant’s age must be between 18 to 60 years.
- Must have worked in the construction sector for at least 90 days in a year.
For Application of the Welfare Scheme:
- The applicant must be a registered member or their child under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of West Bengal.
- The applicant must be pursuing Higher Secondary or above.
Application Process
Offline Registration as a Building/Construction Worker:
- Collect Form-27 from the Assistant Labour Commissioners/Beneficiary Registering Officers.
- Fill out the form and attach self-attested documents (if required).
- Submit the application to the Assistant Labour Commissioners/Beneficiary Registering Officers.
- Upon successful verification, the worker is registered, and an identity card & passbook are issued.
- Fees:
- Registration Fee: ₹20/-
- Yearly Subscription Fee: ₹30/-
Application Process for the Welfare Scheme:
- Collect the application form from the Assistant Labour Commissioners/Beneficiary Registering Officers.
- Fill in the form and attach self-attested required documents.
- Submit the application to the Assistant Labour Commissioners/Beneficiary Registering Officers for verification.
- Upon approval, the financial assistance amount is disbursed.
Documents Required
For Registration as a Building/Construction Worker:
- Four passport-size photographs.
- Attested copy of Proof of Age.
For Application of the Welfare Scheme:
- Identity Card of the member.
- Educational Certificates.
- Dependent/Heirship Certificate (if the applicant is the child of the member).
- Any other document if required.
Renewal Process
- The beneficiary must renew the subscription yearly by submitting Form-27A and paying ₹30/-.
- If not renewed within one year, the registration is canceled, and a fresh application for renewal must be submitted.
Helpdesk
Labour Department, Government of West Bengal
12th Floor, N.S Building, Block-A,
1, Kiran Shankar Roy Road,
Kolkata-700001
Helpline (Shramik Sathi): 1800-103-0009
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q: What is the age requirement for registration as a beneficiary under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of West Bengal?
A: The applicant must be between 18 to 60 years old. - Q: Is there a minimum service requirement to register as a beneficiary?
A: Yes, the applicant must have worked for at least 90 days in a year in the construction sector. - Q: Who can apply for the welfare scheme?
A: Registered construction workers or their children pursuing Higher Secondary and above education. - Q: Who is responsible for registering a worker as a beneficiary?
A: The Assistant Labour Commissioners/Beneficiary Registering Officers. - Q: Is there a specific form for registration?
A: Yes, Form-27 is used for worker registration, and Form-27A is used for renewal. - Q: What happens after a construction worker is successfully verified for registration?
A: The worker is issued a registration ID card and passbook after verification. - Q: What are the fees associated with registration?
A: ₹20/- (registration fee) and ₹30/- (yearly subscription fee). - Q: How is the yearly subscription fee documented?
A: It is recorded in the worker’s passbook, and a receipt is issued. - Q: What is the process for renewing the subscription after one year?
A: Submit Form-27A and pay ₹30/- to renew the registration. - Q: What happens if the subscription is not renewed after one year?
A: The registration is canceled, and a new application for renewal is required. - Q: How many times can the beneficiary avail the benefits?
A: A single beneficiary can avail of the scheme twice. - Q: What financial assistance is available for students who have passed the Madhyamik exam and are admitted to Class XI?
A: ₹4,000/- is provided. - Q: What is the financial assistance provided for students promoted to Class XII?
A: ₹5,000/- is given. - Q: How much financial assistance is given to students who have passed H.S. and are admitted to a Graduation course?
A: ₹6,000/- is provided. - Q: What amount is provided to students admitted to Post Graduation (P.G.) courses?
A: ₹8,000/- is given. - Q: How much financial assistance can students admitted to Medical, Engineering, MBA, or CA courses receive?
A: ₹30,000/- is provided. - Q: Where can the prescribed format be collected from?
A: From the Assistant Labour Commissioners/Beneficiary Registering Officers. - Q: Where do I submit the application for this welfare scheme?
A: Submit it to the Assistant Labour Commissioners/Beneficiary Registering Officers.