BOC Scholarship - Nirman Shramik Kalyan Yojana (Odisha)
Government of Odisha · Odisha
| Scheme Name | BOC Scholarship - Nirman Shramik Kalyan Yojana (Odisha) |
| Provided By | Government of Odisha |
| Eligibility Summary | School (6-12), Diploma/Polytechnic, ITI/ITC · Odisha residents · No income limit |
About the Program
The BOC Scholarship or Nirman Shramik Kalyan Yojana provides financial assistance ranging from ₹2000 to ₹40000 per year to children of registered construction workers in Odisha pursuing education from Class 6 onwards including ITI Diploma and technical courses with special provisions for girl children who receive 20% additional benefit from Class 8 onwards.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹48k+
The scholarship provides annual financial assistance ranging from ₹2,000 to ₹40,000, depending on the class and course level. Girl students receive an additional 20% over the standard amount from Class 8 onwards, potentially reaching up to ₹48,000 per year for professional courses. A one-time cash award of ₹10,000 is given to children securing 90% or above in the Class 10th Board examinations. The scholarship amount is transferred directly to the student's Aadhaar-linked bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Variable scholarship amounts from ₹2000 to ₹40000 per annum based on class and course level, Financial assistance for Class 6 onwards covering school ITI Diploma Polytechnic and technical education, Class 6 and 7 assistance available ONLY for girl children, Class 8 onwards assistance available for both boys and girls, Girl students receive 20% additional benefit over standard amount from Class 8 onwards, Maximum two children per family eligible even if both parents are registered BOC workers, Covers tuition fees admission fees hostel seat rent and other institutional charges, Direct Benefit Transfer to parent or student bank account, Reduces dropout rates among children of construction workers, Support continues for course duration with annual renewal, Managed by Odisha Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board OB and OCWWB, Over 10000 students benefited in recent years
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | School (6-12), Diploma/Polytechnic, ITI/ITC |
| Course / Stream | Relevant courses |
| Minimum Marks | 50% |
| Income Limit | No income bar |
| Category / Caste | General, SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, EBC |
| Domicile State | Odisha |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Aadhaar card of student
- ✓BOC worker ID card of parent issued by OB and OCWWB Board
- ✓Aadhaar card of parent registered with OB and OCWWB Board
- ✓Copy of parent bank passbook with account number and IFSC DBT enabled
- ✓Proof of parent annual contribution payment to board up to date
- ✓Caste certificate if applicable
- ✓Admission receipt or college ID card
- ✓Previous year marksheet
- ✓Bank passbook copy of student with account number and IFSC Aadhaar-linked
- ✓Recent passport size photograph
- ✓Bonafide certificate from institution showing 50% attendance minimum
Selection Process
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Candidates are selected based on the following criteria: The student must be an Indian citizen and a permanent resident (domicile) of Odisha
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They must be studying in Class 6 or above in a recognized government or government-aided school, college, or institution in Odisha
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The student must have passed the previous year's examination and maintained at least 50% attendance in the current academic session
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The parent (either father or mother) must be a registered construction worker with the Odisha Building and Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board (OB&OCWWB) for at least one year and possess an active Nirman Shramik Card with valid, renewed membership
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Only two children per family are eligible for the scholarship
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For Class 6 and 7, only girl students are eligible, while from Class 8 onwards, both boys and girls can apply
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The scholarship is open to students from General, SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, and EBC categories.
Renewal Policy
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Annual renewal of the scholarship is subject to the student maintaining a minimum of 50% attendance in the current academic session
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The registered Building and Other Construction (BOC) beneficiary parent must have an active bank account with Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) enabled in their name
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Furthermore, the registered BOC beneficiary parent must have made up-to-date annual contributions of ₹50 to the board to keep their Nirman Shramik Card active.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Form-only. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Parent Registration (if not already done)
The parent (construction worker) must first be registered with the Odisha Building and Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board (OB&OCWWB) and have an active Nirman Shramik Card. This typically involves visiting the official Nirman Shramik portal (`nirmanshramik.odisha.gov.in`) or the e-Shramik Portal, registering with an Aadhaar number, age, occupation, and bank details, completing Aadhaar-based OTP or biometric verification, and submitting supporting documents. An annual renewal fee of ₹50 must be paid to keep the card active.
- 2Student Registration on Scholarship Portal
Visit the official Odisha State Scholarship Portal at `scholarship.odisha.gov.in/website/home`.
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For new users, click on 'Register Here' or the 'Registration' tab. Agree to the terms and conditions.
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Create an account using the student's Aadhaar number. Your User ID and password will be sent to your registered mobile number and email.
- 5Log in
Log in to the portal using your generated credentials.
- 6Navigate to the Scholarship
Find and click on the 'Nirman Shramik Kalyan Yojana' scholarship application.
- 7Fill Application Form
Provide all necessary details, including personal information (student), academic details (current institution and course), eligibility details (parent's registration details, including BOC ID card), and bank account details. Ensure the bank account is active and DBT enabled.
- 8Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of all required documents in the specified format. These typically include: student's Aadhaar card, parent's Aadhaar card (registered with OB&OCWWB), parent's BOC ID card (Nirman Shramik Card), copy of parent's bank passbook (account number and IFSC code), previous year's marksheet and passing certificate, admission receipt or fee receipt for the current academic year, attendance certificate from the institution head (showing minimum 50% attendance), income certificate (if required), and caste certificate (if applicable).
- 9Review and Submit
Carefully review all the information entered and documents uploaded for accuracy. Click on the 'Save' or 'Next' button to proceed, and finally, 'Submit' the application form.
- 10Status Tracking
After submission, applicants can track the status of their application through the same portal by logging in.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Who is eligible to apply for the Nirman Shramik Kalyan Yojana scholarship?
The scholarship is open to children of registered building and other construction workers in Odisha. The student must be an Odisha domicile, studying in Class 6 or above in a recognized institution, have passed the previous examination, and maintained at least 50% attendance in the current academic session. The parent must be registered with the Odisha Building and Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board (OB&OCWWB) for at least one year with an active membership.
What documents are required to apply for the scholarship?
Key documents include the student's Aadhaar card, the parent's Aadhaar card (registered with OB&OCWWB) and BOC ID card, parent's bank passbook, previous year's marksheet, current academic year's admission/fee receipt, an attendance certificate from the institution (min. 50%), and caste/income certificates if applicable.
How is the scholarship amount disbursed, and what is the maximum amount?
The scholarship amount is disbursed annually via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly into the student's Aadhaar-linked bank account. The financial assistance ranges from ₹2,000 to ₹40,000 per year, depending on the course and class level. Girl students receive an additional 20% from Class 8 onwards, potentially increasing the scholarship to up to ₹48,000 for professional courses.
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