Gujarat State Education & Learning

Education Assistance/Ph.D Scheme (GBOCWWB)

The Education Assistance/Ph.D Scheme by the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (GBOCWWB) provides annual financial assistance to up to two children of registered construction workers, supporting their education from Class 1 through professional postgraduate courses. The amount varies by education level, from ₹1,800 per year for Class 1-5 up to ₹2,00,000 for medical/dental degrees. Applications can be submitted online at sanman.gujarat.gov.in or offline at district BOCW offices.

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About This Scheme

The Education Assistance/Ph.D Scheme by the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (GBOCWWB) provides annual financial assistance to up to two children of registered construction workers, supporting their education from Class 1 through professional postgraduate courses. The amount varies by education level, from ₹1,800 per year for Class 1-5 up to ₹2,00,000 for medical/dental degrees. Applications can be submitted online at sanman.gujarat.gov.in or offline at district BOCW offices.

Full official description

The “Education Assistance/Ph.D Scheme” is implemented by the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker’s Welfare Board (GBOCWWB), Labour, Skill Development & Employment Department, Government of Gujarat. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided once a year to any two children of a construction worker for the career development of bright and needy construction worker students seeking admission in the higher education courses of the state and for the purpose that the child of the construction worker may progress in education and become doctor/engineer.

Benefits

  • Class 1–5: ₹1,800/year
  • Class 6–8: ₹2,400/year
  • Class 9–10: ₹8,000/year
  • Class 11–12: ₹10,000/year
  • Graduation (BA, B.Com, B.Sc, BCA, LLB etc.): ₹10,000/year
  • Postgraduation (MA, M.Com, M.Sc, MSW etc.): ₹15,000/year
  • MCA, MBA: ₹25,000/year
  • Diploma (after Class 10): ₹25,000/year
  • Medical/Dental (after Class 12): ₹25,000–₹2,00,000 (up to 100% of fee)
  • Engineering/Architecture (after Class 12): ₹25,000–₹50,000 (up to 100% of fee)
  • Hostel Allowance: ₹1,200/month for 10 months if studying outside home taluk
  • Book Assistance (first year): ₹3,000–₹10,000 depending on course

Who Can Apply (Eligibility)

  • Parent must be a construction worker registered with the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (GBOCWWB)
  • Benefit available to a maximum of two children per registered worker
  • Child must be enrolled in Class 1 through any recognized higher education or professional course
  • Child must be aged 30 years or below (no age limit for children with disabilities)
  • Assistance covers only the first attempt in any academic year — students who fail and repeat the same class/standard are not eligible again for that level
  • Not eligible if the child is studying via Right to Education scheme, Open University, or receiving similar assistance from another department

How to Apply

1
Online

Application Process for ‘E-Nirman Card’ under the GBOCWWB:

Step 01: The applicant may visit the e-Nirman Portal: https://enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in/ Step 02: On the home page, under the tab ‘Login to Portal’, click on ‘Please Register Here’. Step 03: Enter all the mandatory information and then click on ‘Register’. Step 04: After successful registration, the applicants can login through their User ID and Password. Step 05: Now, update your profile by entering all the necessary details as required and click on ‘Update’. Step 06: Select the ‘Construction Works Form’ and fill out all the mandatory information in the form. Step 07: Upload all the relevant documents, agree with the terms & conditions, and submit the form. Step 08: Once the application has been submitted, an application Number is generated which can be kept for future reference.

Process to track Application Status:

Step 01: The applicant may visit the e-Nirman Portal: https://enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in/ Step 02: On the home page, click on ‘View Citizen Application Status’. Step 03: Enter the Application Number and Date of Birth. Step 04: Now click on ‘View Status’.

Application Process for Scheme Benefit:

Step 01: The applicant may visit the Sanman Portal: https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/ Step 02: On the home page, under the tab ‘Citizen Login’, click on ‘Please Register Here’. Step 03: Enter your Aadhaar Card Number, select user type, and then enter your E-Nirman Card Number. Step 04: Now, click on ‘Fetch’ & submit the details. Step 05: After successful registration, the applicants can login through their User ID and Password. Step 06: Now, select the scheme and read the instructions carefully for the selected scheme. Step 07: Fill out the application form and upload all the relevant documents. Step 08: Agree with the Rules & Regulations and submit the application form. A confirmation email with the application Number will be sent to the registered email ID. Note 01: The registered construction worker has to apply in the prescribed format and within the prescribed time limit. Note 02: The application must be received and submitted within a time limit of 6 (six) months from the date of commencement of the academic session. Note 03: If two children are supported by the same beneficiary, separate forms have to be filled out for both children. (Online/Offline) Note 04: The applicant must fill all the details in the application form completely and accurately otherwise the application of the applicant will not be considered valid.

2
Offline

Step 01: The applicant may visit the district office of the BOCW Board and collect the application form. The application form can also be downloaded from the official website. Step 02: Fill out the form completely and attach all the relevant documents. Step 03: Submit the filled application form to the District Project Manager. Step 04: The District Project Manager will submit it online. Step 05: The application will have to be verified and approved by the District Inspector. Step 06: Then, it will be sent to the State Project Manager of Head Office for approval. Step 07: The State Project Manager has to verify the application and send it to the Government Labour Officer. Step 08: The application has to be approved by the Government Labour Officer and sent to the Member Secretary. Step 09: After the approval of the application, the amount of assistance will be paid through DBT to the bank account provided by the beneficiary by making a postal order by the accounting officer.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits provided under this scheme?

Benefits include financial assistance for various education levels, hostel assistance, and book assistance. The assistance amount varies depending on the level of education pursued.

Who is eligible for this scheme?

Children of construction workers registered with the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board are eligible for this scheme.

Is there any restriction on the educational level for eligibility?

No, the scheme covers children enrolled in any grade from Class I up to higher education or professional courses.

How often is financial assistance provided?

Financial assistance is provided once a year to two children of a construction worker.

Is there an age limit for eligibility?

The age limit for children of construction workers to avail of the scholarship is a maximum of 30 years. However, there is no age limit if the child is handicapped.

Are there any restrictions on repeating a grade to receive assistance?

Yes, assistance is limited to the first attempt in each academic year.

Are there any conditions regarding board assistance?

Board assistance is not provided if the child is admitted through Right to Education, studying in an Open University, studying externally, or receiving similar assistance from other departments.

What is the criteria for hostel assistance?

Hostel assistance is provided to children studying outside the taluk of their present residence and not admitted in government/subsidized hostels, enrolled in courses like Bachelors, Engineering, Medical, etc.

How much hostel assistance is provided?

[?]1,200/- per month is provided as board and food allowance for 10 months of the year, with adjustments if the amount is less.

What is the book assistance provided under this scheme?

Book assistance varies depending on the course, with amounts ranging from [?]3,000/- to [?]10,000/- for first-year admitted students.

Is there assistance available for professional courses?

Yes, there is assistance available for professional courses at both graduate and postgraduate levels in various fields such as Engineering, Medicine, Pharmacy, etc.

Is there a limit on the number of children eligible for assistance per family?

Yes, assistance is provided to a maximum of two children per family per year.

How can one apply for this scheme?

The applicant may visit and apply through the Sanman Portal: https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/

Ready to apply?

Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.

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Documents Required

  • > **Documents required for ‘E-Nirman Card’ under the GBOCWW**B:
  • Photograph of the worker
  • Aadhaar Card
  • Ration Card
  • Caste Category certificate, if applicable
  • Proof of age (Birth certificate/Driving Licence/PAN Card/Voter ID Card)
  • [Self-declaration](https://enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in/ApplicationDocuments/SelfCertificateLatest.pdf) certificate
  • Employer Certificate
  • Bank Passbook/cancelled Cheque
  • Any other documents as required
  • > **Documents required for Scheme Benefit:**
  • e-Nirman Card of the worker
  • Original [Bonafide Certificate](https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/ApplicationDocuments/BOCW/Bonafide_SSY.pdf) of the Beneficiary's ongoing course from School/College/Institute
  • Passport-size photographs of beneficiary and child
  • Copy of child's Aadhaar card
  • Copy of the child's previous year's result
  • Fee payment receipt
  • Certificate from the registered hostel/school/college/institute if the beneficiary is studying in a hostel
  • Hostel fee payment receipt
  • Original bill of purchase of books from the beneficiary for book aid
  • Gazette/Affidavit from Beneficiary if Surname and Name are different
  • Front page of Bank passbook
  • Affidavit (for assistance of ₹5000/- or more) or letter of consent (as per Govt. notification)
  • Any other documents as required

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