Educational Award Scheme - Gujarat Labour Welfare Board
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Education & Learning,Social welfare & Empowerment,Financial assistance
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
The scheme has been implemented by the Gujarat Labour Welfare Board to encourage the children (students) of the Labours to increase their enthusiasm and to get higher education through it.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
1. Only the children (students) whose parents are working in a factory/institute in the state of Gujarat and whose parents have been paying the Labour Welfare Fund will be eligible for this scheme. 1. The children of labourers who have passed 70% and above marks in the 10th or 12th Standard can avail the benefits under the scheme.
Application Mode
Online
Application Process
Step 01: The applicant may visit the Sanman Portal: <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/" nis:value=https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/ nis:enabled=true/> Step 02: On the home page, under the tab ‘Citizen Login’, click on ‘<nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="Please Register Here" nis:value=https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/Home/Registration nis:enabled=true/>’. Step 03: Enter your Aadhaar Card Number, select user type, and then enter Labour Welfare Fund Account Number. Step 04: Now, click on ‘Fetch’ & verify the details. Step 05: Enter user details and Password. Step 06: After successful registration, the applicants can login through their User ID and Password. Step 07: Now, select the scheme and read the instructions carefully for the selected scheme. Step 08: Fill out the application form and upload all the relevant documents. Step 09: Agree with the Rules & Regulations and submit the application form. A confirmation email with the application Number will be sent on the registered email ID.
Required Documents
- Passport-size Photograph ID Card of Labour Aadhaar Card of Labour Labour Welfare Fund Account Number Ration Card Caste Category certificate, if applicable Residence proof Bank account details/Bank Passbook Marksheet of Child/Passing Certificate Identity proof of Child i.e. Aadhaar Card Any other documents as required
FAQs
What is the Educational Award Scheme?
The Educational Award Scheme is an initiative by the Gujarat Labour Welfare Board, Labour, Skill Development & Employment Department, Government of Gujarat, aimed at encouraging the children of laborers to pursue higher education.
Who is eligible to benefit from this scheme?
Children (students) whose parents work in a factory/institute in the state of Gujarat and have been contributing to the Labour Welfare Fund are eligible for this scheme.
What are the benefits offered under the scheme?
Under this scheme, students who have secured 70% or above marks in the 10th Standard will receive ₹2,500/- as an award, and those who have achieved the same in the 12th Standard will receive ₹5,000/- as an award.
How can eligible applicant apply for the scheme?
Eligible applicants can apply for the scheme by visiting the Sanman Portal at https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/.
Can children of laborers from other states apply for this scheme if they are studying in Gujarat?
No, this scheme is specifically for the children of laborers working in factories/institutes within the state of Gujarat.
Are there any specific documents required for the application process?
Yes, applicants may be required to provide documents proving their employment in a factory/institute in Gujarat and proof of contribution to the Labour Welfare Fund.