Scheme for Giving Stipend to the Trainees Belonging to the Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe Community Enrolled under Various Labour Welfare Centres offers a monthly stipend of ₹1,000 to eligible Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe trainees in Goa. This support helps trainees pick up skills in crafts like tailoring and embroidery while moving toward self-employment and financial independence.
Department of Labour, Government of Goa runs this scheme under the Scheduled Caste Sub-Plan and Tribal Sub-Plan. It covers trainees enrolled at the various Labour Welfare Centres across the state. The training teaches useful vocational skills such as needle work, embroidery, cutting, and tailoring, so trainees can build a small career, become self-employed, and add to their family income.
Scheme for Giving Stipend to the Trainees Belonging to the Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe Community Enrolled under Various Labour Welfare Centres - Introduction
This scheme is meant for SC and ST trainees who are officially enrolled at a Labour Welfare Centre for the current academic year. It works through the Labour and Employment Department of Goa and follows the rules of the Scheduled Caste Sub-Plan and Tribal Sub-Plan.
The main aim is to give practical training and a small monthly payment at the same time. This way, a trainee can learn a craft without worrying too much about money during the course. Once the training is over, the skills learned can be used to start a small tailoring or embroidery unit at home.
Key Information
| Scheme Name | Scheme for Giving Stipend to the Trainees Belonging to the Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe Community Enrolled under Various Labour Welfare Centres |
| Level | State |
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Beneficiary State | Goa |
| Category | Skills & Employment |
| Sub-category | Training, Skill Up-gradation, Vocational education, Welfare measures |
| Benefit Type | Cash Transfer |
| DBT Scheme | No |
| Nodal Department | Labour and Employment Department |
Benefits
Eligible trainees receive a monthly stipend of ₹1,000 to support their training. The payment cycle runs from July to April of each academic year, so the money reaches the trainee while the course is still going on. This helps cover small daily needs during the training period.
The monthly stipend depends on attendance. A trainee must keep at least 75% attendance each month to stay eligible for that month's payment. Regular attendance is therefore very important to receive the full benefit.
Eligibility
To qualify for this support, a trainee should meet these conditions:
- Enrolled in a Labour Welfare Centre: The applicant must be officially enrolled at a Labour Welfare Centre for the current academic year.
- Resident of Goa: The applicant should have lived in Goa for at least 15 years.
- SC or ST community: The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe community.
- No other income or support: The applicant should not have an independent source of income, should not run a private business, and should not be getting any other stipend or financial support from another source.
Application Process
STEP 1 - Get the application form from the Sewing Mistress at the Labour Welfare Centre, or download the prescribed application format from the Goa government website.
STEP 2 - Fill in all the required details correctly and attach self-attested copies of the needed documents.
STEP 3 - Route the completed application through the local Labour Inspector and submit it to the Office of the Commissioner, Labour and Employment, Panaji.
Once the Commissioner approves the application, the stipend is processed based on the attendance records kept at the training centre. For any help, trainees can contact the Office of the Commissioner, Labour and Employment, Government of Goa through the official labour department website.
Documents
Keep the following documents ready before applying:
- Residential Certificate: Issued by the Mamlatdar of the area, confirming the 15-year stay in Goa.
- Caste Certificate: Issued by the appropriate Competent Authority as proof of SC or ST status.
References
View Official Scheme Guidelines
Office of the Commissioner, Labour and Employment, Goa
FAQ's
Can I receive this stipend if I am already getting support from another government scheme?
No, a trainee must not be drawing any other stipend or financial support from any other source to get this benefit.
What proof of residency do I need?
A 15-year residential certificate issued by the Mamlatdar of the area is required.
Where can I get the application form?
The form can be obtained from the Sewing Mistress at the Labour Welfare Centre, or downloaded from the Goa government website.
Is there an attendance requirement?
Yes, at least 75% attendance must be kept each month to qualify for the stipend payment.
When is the stipend paid?
Payments are calculated and released for the period between July and April of each academic year.
What is the purpose of this training?
The main aim is to provide industrial skills like tailoring and embroidery so trainees can become self-employed and support their family.
Am I eligible if I run my own business?
No, a person who already owns or operates a business is not eligible.
How do I certify my SC/ST status?
A valid Caste Certificate issued by the Competent Authority must be submitted.
How do I submit the application?
The completed application should be routed through the local Labour Inspector to the Office of the Commissioner, Labour and Employment, Panaji.
How much will I receive?
A monthly stipend of ₹1,000 is given to eligible trainees.
What crafts are taught?
The centres provide training in embroidery, needle work, cutting, and tailoring.
How long will the stipend continue?
The stipend continues until the course is completed within the academic year.
Do I need to be enrolled in a training program already?
Yes, the name must be currently enrolled at a Labour Welfare Centre for the academic year.
Who is this scheme for?
It is designed for SC/ST trainees enrolled in the various Labour Welfare Centres across Goa.