Scheme For Award Of Financial Assistance For Education To The Wards Of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers – Pre & Post-Matric
This scholarship scheme from the Ministry of Labour and Employment provides annual financial assistance ranging from ₹1,000 to ₹25,000 to children of Beedi, mine (IOMC/LSDM/Mica), and Cine workers studying in government-recognized schools and colleges across India. Benefits are transferred directly to the student's bank account via DBT. Apply through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
About This Scheme
This scholarship scheme from the Ministry of Labour and Employment provides annual financial assistance ranging from ₹1,000 to ₹25,000 to children of Beedi, mine (IOMC/LSDM/Mica), and Cine workers studying in government-recognized schools and colleges across India. Benefits are transferred directly to the student's bank account via DBT. Apply through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
Full official description
A scholarship scheme by the Directorate of Social Welfare, Ministry of Labour and Employment wherein financial assistance for education is provided to the Wards of Beedi/Iron Ore Mines, Manganese Ore & Chrome Ore Mines (IOMC)/Limestone Mines, Dolomite Mines (LSDM)/Mica Mines and Cine Workers, varying from ₹1,000/- to ₹25,000/- per student per annum. The benefits under the scheme are being transferred through the DBT system and the applications under this scheme are invited and processed through the National Scholarship Portal. The Applicant must have passed the last qualifying examination on the first attempt. However, Students promoted to the next class are also eligible to apply for the above scholarships. Candidates for the award of scholarships should have taken regular admission for studies at recognized institutions in India in any course of general or technical education, including medical, engineering, and agricultural studies.
Benefits
- Class 1–4: ₹1,000/year (for books and dress)
- Class 5–8: ₹1,500/year
- Class 9–10: ₹2,000/year
- Class 11–12: ₹3,000/year
- ITI and Polytechnic: ₹6,000/year
- Degree courses (including B.Sc Agriculture): ₹6,000/year
- Professional courses (medical, engineering, etc.): ₹25,000/year
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Either parent must be a Beedi, Iron Ore/Manganese/Chrome Ore, Limestone/Dolomite, Mica, or Cine worker with at least 6 months of service (includes contract and home-based workers)
- Family monthly income must not exceed ₹10,000 for Beedi and Mine workers; ₹8,000/month (or ₹1,00,000 lump sum) for Cine workers
- Must be admitted to a government or government-recognized institution in India
- Must have passed the last qualifying examination on the first attempt (or been promoted to the next class)
- Must have a separate bank account in the student's name (first name must be the student's)
- Students receiving any other scholarship or stipend from another source are NOT eligible
Exclusions
The scholarship sanctioned is liable to be canceled on the following occasions - If the scholar is found to have obtained a scholarship by false statements. If the scholarship discontinues his/her studies, the scholarship shall be stopped from the date of such discontinuance. If the scholar changes the subject of the course of study for which the scholarship was originally awarded or changes the Institution of Study without the prior approval of the Welfare Commissioner. If the scholar fails to make satisfactory progress in the studies or is irregular in attendance or is guilty of misconduct during the academic year for which the scholarship has been granted. If the parent(s) of the scholar ceases to be a Beedi/Mine/Cine worker. The following category of students is not eligible for the award of scholarships under the scheme:- Students who, after passing one stage of education, are studying in the same stage of education in a different subject. e.g. B.Sc. after B.Com. or B.Com. after B.A. or M.A. in one subject after M.A. in another subject. Students who after having completed their educational career in one professional line, continue education in a different professional line, e.g. L.L.B. after B.T. or B.Ed. The Scholars pursuing studies through Correspondence are not eligible. Students who receive scholarships or stipends from any other source will not be granted under this Scheme. NOTE: If the scholar is found to have committed any one or more of the above after the scholarship amount has actually been paid to him/her, the amount shall be recovered forthwith from him/her or his/her parents.
How to Apply
Step 1: Keep ready the soft copies of the required documents. Go to http://www.scholarships.gov.in/. and click “New Registration”. Guidelines for Registration will appear. Scroll to the bottom. Read carefully the undertaking. Accept the Terms. Click “Continue”.
Step 2: A Registration Form will appear. (The fields marked as * are compulsory) Fill in the details and click “Register”. Your Application ID and password will be displayed. The same will also be sent as an SMS on your registered mobile number.
Step 3: Go to https://scholarships.gov.in/fresh/newstdRegfrmInstruction Click on “Login to Apply”. Enter your Application ID and password. Type the Captcha and click “Login”. On the next screen, provide the OTP received on your registered mobile number. You will be directed to the Password Reset screen. Create a new password and confirm. Click “Submit”. You will be directed to the “Applicant’s Dashboard”.
Step 4: On the left pane, click “Application Form”. The fields marked as * are compulsory. Fill the details and upload the documents. You can either click on “Save as Draft” to com
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Apply Offline For The Scholarship?
No. You need to visit https://scholarships.gov.in/ to apply.
Is There Any Application Fee?
No. The entire application process is completely free of cost.
Do I Need To Complete The Application In One Sitting?
No. You can save the application as draft and continue at a later time before the deadline.
How Do I Track The Status Of My Application?
You can check the same anytime by visiting the Applicant Dashboard and clicking "Track Status" in the left pane.
What Should Be The Type And Size Of The Documents To Be Uploaded?
The format should be.pdf or .jpeg. The size of each document should not be greater than 200 kb.
How Do I Know If A Field In The Application Form Is Mandatory?
The mandatory fields have a red asterisk (*) mark at the end.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Photo
- Identity card of the worker (Form B Register Number in case of Mine workers).
- Front page of Bank Pass Book or Cancelled Cheque (which should contain details of the account holder/beneficiary).
- Passing Certificate/Mark Sheet of previous Academic Year
- Income Certificate issued by the Revenue Authority