Scheme For Grant Of Rewards To The Children Of Salt Labourers
Merit cash rewards for children of salt workers · up to ₹1,500 · Class 10/12 first-attempt pass
Children of salt workers in India who pass their Class VI–XII exams in the first attempt can receive annual cash rewards of ₹1,000–₹2,000 to help cover books and stationery costs for the new academic year. At least 50% of the 3,500 annual rewards are reserved for girl students. Apply offline through your employer to the Salt Commissioner, Jaipur by 31st July.
About This Scheme
Children of salt workers in India who pass their Class VI–XII exams in the first attempt can receive annual cash rewards of ₹1,000–₹2,000 to help cover books and stationery costs for the new academic year. At least 50% of the 3,500 annual rewards are reserved for girl students. Apply offline through your employer to the Salt Commissioner, Jaipur by 31st July.
Full official description
The scheme “Scheme for Grant of Rewards to the Children of Salt Labourers” was launched by Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry in the year 1985. Initially, the scheme known as “Scheme for grant of rewards to the children of labourers working in Salt Industry (CRS)” was initiated for granting 20 rewards to the children of the salt workers to enable them to meet the initial expenses either partly or wholly for purchase of books, stationeries, etc., on admission to recognized institutes for higher studies. Since 2011-12 the numbers of rewards are 3500 with a financial implication of ₹45.00 Lakh. Under the scheme, the financial assistance will be given as ₹1000/- for the students of classes VI to VIII, ₹1500/- for classes IX to X, and ₹2000/- for classes XI to XII with the proviso that awards for girl child be reserved to a minimum of 50% allocation per state. In the absence of female students in a particular Salt Factory/State, the reward could be given to the available eligible male students in each category of other Salt Factory/State.
Benefits
- Classes VI–VIII: ₹1,000 per year
- Classes IX–X: ₹1,500 per year
- Classes XI–XII: ₹2,000 per year
- Paid in one lump sum at the start of the academic year
- 3,500 rewards distributed nationally per year
💡 Why Startups Should Care
EdTech platforms targeting coastal Gujarat communities can use this scheme as an outreach hook — children of salt workers who excel in board exams are highly motivated learners who need digital tools to bridge the gap to higher education.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Parent must have worked continuously in a salt works for at least 1 year
- Must be studying in Classes VI to XII at a recognized government school
- Must have passed the exam in the first attempt
- Priority to SC/ST/BC applicants when scores are equal
- At least 50% of rewards reserved for girl students
How to Apply
- Prepare the application with all mandatory details.
- Attach a certificate confirming first-attempt pass, certified Board mark sheets, and other required documents.
- Submit to the concerned Salt Commissioner's office before the academic year deadline.
- Collect an acknowledgment from the receiving authority.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the objective of the scheme?
The objective of the scheme is to provide rewards to the children of the salt workers to enable them to meet the initial expenses either partly or wholly for the purchase of books, stationeries, etc., on admission to recognized institutes for higher studies.
Which department has launched this scheme?
Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce
When was this scheme launched?
This scheme was launched in the year 1985.
Who is eligible to get the benefits of the scheme?
The children of only those salt workers who have put in a minimum of one year of continuous service in any of the salt works & passing from recognized Govt. Schools are eligible to apply under the scheme.
Which class students can apply under this scheme?
A child of a salt worker who is studying from Class VI to XII is eligible to apply under the scheme.
Can a general category student be eligible to apply under this scheme?
Yes, this scheme is for all categories of students.
What is the benefit of the scheme?
Under the scheme, financial assistance of [?]1000/- for the students of classes VI to VIII, [?]1500/- for classes IX to X, and [?]2000/- for classes XI to will be given to the eligible students.
How many times shall the award be given to the eligible students in an academic year?
The rewards shall be granted once in each academic year to the meritorious children of salt workers.
Are the children of salt workers studying in private schools also eligible to apply under the scheme?
No, only those students who are studying in Government Schools are eligible to apply under the scheme.
Is there any reservation for girls under the scheme?
Yes, the awards for girl children are reserved to a minimum of 50% allocation per state. In the absence of female students in a particular Salt Factory/State, the reward could be given to the available eligible male students in each category of other Salt Factory/State.
How can an applicant apply under the scheme?
A child of a salt worker, who desires to avail himself/herself of a reward, shall apply in the prescribed form to the Salt Commissioner, Jaipur through his/her employer, latest by the 31st day of July of the academic year in which the child has passed the Primary/Middle/Secondary/Higher Secondary School Certificate examination. The application shall be forwarded to the Salt Commissioner, Jaipur, through the Regional Officer of the Region in which the salt works concerned fall.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Identity proof (Aadhaar card)
- Certificate confirming the child passed Class 10/12/Primary/Middle in the first attempt
- Certified copy of mark sheet from the concerned Board
- Birth certificate of the applicant
- Caste certificate