Financial Assistance for Education of Children of Registered Worker

Financial Assistance for Education of Children of Registered Worker (HBOCWWB) supports construction worker families in Haryana by giving annual educational scholarships from ₹8,000 to ₹20,000 and merit-based rewards up to ₹51,000 to help students study from Class 1 through to post-graduation. The scheme is open for the 2026-27 academic year, and eligible families can apply online through the Antyodaya-SARAL portal.

This welfare scheme is run by the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board under the Labour Department Haryana. It eases the money burden on registered labourers so their children can keep studying without stopping.

Financial Assistance for Education of Children of Registered Worker - Introduction

Financial Assistance for Education of Children of Registered Worker (HBOCWWB) is a welfare scheme launched by the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Department Haryana. Through this effort, the government helps registered labourers cover the cost of their children's education by providing annual support of ₹8,000 to ₹20,000 for students from Class 1 to post-graduation.

Along with the yearly amount, students who score very well in the Class 10 board exams get a one-time merit reward between ₹21,000 and ₹51,000. This is meant to push students to aim for good marks and keep learning at every stage.

The board also pays the full study cost for professional courses such as engineering, medicine and management in both government and private colleges. On top of this, students can get hostel expense cover up to ₹1,20,000, which helps families who send their children away for higher studies.

For the 2026-27 academic year, the application window is expected to open around June to July, and there is no application fee. Families should keep checking the official Haryana Labour Department website for the exact dates and the latest update.

Key Information

Benefits

This scheme gives big money relief for study costs. Below is the breakdown of the yearly support available for different levels of study:

If a child performs very well in the Class 10 board exams, the board gives the following one-time rewards:

In addition, the board covers all study costs for professional courses such as engineering, medicine and management in both government and private institutions. Students may also get hostel expense cover up to a maximum of ₹1,20,000.

Eligibility

To get these benefits, the family must meet the criteria given below. The main point is that the parent must be a registered worker with the board.

• The applicant should be a registered worker under the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, and the registration or Labour Copy should be at least one year old.
• The child must be studying in a recognized institution within Haryana from Class 1 to post-graduation.
• Students who are already employed or self-employed are not eligible for this scheme.
• The benefit covers up to three children, specifically up to three female children or two male children.

Please note that if a student fails a year, the support cannot be claimed again for that same class. A certificate from the child's head of school confirming regular studies must also be uploaded.

Application Process

Applications are made online and there is no fee to apply. Follow the steps below to submit the form through the Antyodaya-SARAL portal.

STEP 1 - First make sure the parent is registered as a construction worker on the Haryana Labour Department website using the Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID). New workers can also register through the HBOCWWB registration portal.

STEP 2 - Log in to the Antyodaya-SARAL portal with the registered credentials.

STEP 3 - Go to the 'Scheme/Services list', select the Financial Assistance for Education of Children of Registered Worker scheme, and open the application form.

STEP 4 - Fill in all the required details, upload the needed documents, and submit the application before the deadline.

For more guidance, refer to the Worker Registration Manual or download the offline application form.

Documents

Keep the following documents ready before starting the application. Having them handy makes the process easy and fast.

For Worker Registration: Aadhaar card or voter card, passport-size photograph, signed undertaking, work slip, proof of residence, ration card, bank account details, caste certificate (if applicable), and age proof.

For Scheme Application: Aadhaar card, caste certificate, educational certificates, birth certificate of the student, bank account details, and a passport-size photograph.

References

Official Guidelines | Scheme Details | HBOCW Rules

FAQ's

What is the objective of this scheme?

The objective is to give annual financial support between ₹8,000 and ₹20,000 to children of registered workers so they can study from Class 1 through to post-graduation.

Which department manages this scheme?

The Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board under the Labour Department Haryana manages this scheme.

Who qualifies for these benefits?

Children of registered workers who are studying in any recognized institution within Haryana from Class 1 to post-graduation are eligible.

Is the scheme open to all categories?

Yes, applicants from all categories may apply, provided the parent is a registered worker with the board.

Is this scheme restricted to Haryana residents?

Yes, applicants must be permanent residents or hold a domicile of Haryana.

What if my child studies at a private institution?

Students enrolled in private institutions are also eligible for support under this scheme.

How many children can benefit from this?

The benefit covers up to three children, specifically up to three female children or two male children.

Are employed students eligible?

No, students who are employed or self-employed cannot get benefits under this scheme.