AI SummaryProfessional Education (PEJKBOCWWB) is a state scheme of Jammu and Kashmir that gives money help to students from registered construction worker families pursuing professional and technical courses. It is run by the J&K Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (JKBOCWWB) under the Labour and Employment Department, and it covers students of regular diploma and degree courses with financial support from ₹10,000 to ₹50,000.
This is the same Education Assistance initiative for which the JKBOCWWB has opened online application forms for the financial year 2025-2026 for all active labour card holders of the Union Territory. So students who meet the eligibility conditions can apply through the official board website during the current application cycle.
Professional Education (PEJKBOCWWB) - Introduction
Professional Education (PEJKBOCWWB) acts as a helping hand for children of dedicated construction workers. If your parents have worked in construction for at least 90 days over the past year and are registered members of the board, you can receive significant support to further your studies.
The scheme supports regular students only, meaning you must be attending your college or institute on a regular basis. There is no need to pay back the money, and the cash benefit is meant to cover the cost of professional or technical education such as engineering, para medical, ITI and other recognised diploma courses.
Key Information
| Scheme Name | Professional Education (PEJKBOCWWB) |
|---|---|
| Level | State |
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Beneficiary State | Jammu and Kashmir |
| Category | Education and Learning |
| Benefit Type | Cash |
| Nodal Department | Department of Labour and Employment, J&K |
| Official Website | jkbocw.gov.in |
Benefits
This scheme provides financial support to lighten educational expenses. If you are a student pursuing a diploma, or studying for an engineering or other technical degree, you can get the following help:
| Course Type | Financial Assistance |
|---|---|
| Para Medical Diploma | ₹10,000 |
| ITI Diploma | ₹10,000 |
| 3-Year Engineering or Recognized Diploma | ₹30,000 |
| Professional or Technical Degree | ₹50,000 |
The amount is paid for one course at a time. If you are already getting help under another course, you cannot claim a second course in the same year. The money is transferred directly to the registered worker's bank account after the application is approved.
Eligibility
To benefit from Professional Education (PEJKBOCWWB), you must make sure your parents meet the following criteria:
Registration Criteria: You should belong to a family where a parent is a registered construction worker in Jammu and Kashmir. The parent must be aged between 18 and 60 years, must have actively worked for at least 90 days in construction during the previous year, and the registration must be renewed every year.
Student Eligibility: You must be a regular student attending your designated institution to qualify for this support. The course should be a recognised professional or technical course listed under the scheme.
Application Process
You can apply for this scheme online through the official board portal. The board has started accepting Education Assistance application forms for the financial year 2025-2026, so keep the required documents ready before you begin.
STEP 1 - Visit the official website of J&K Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board at jkbocw.gov.in and go to the login section of the portal.
STEP 2 - Log in with your credentials. If you are not registered yet, complete the labour registration first and get an active labour card.
STEP 3 - Once logged in, open the education assistance or scheme registration section and select Professional Education (PEJKBOCWWB).
STEP 4 - Fill in the application form with your personal and academic details, upload the required documents, and click on Submit.
STEP 5 - Note down the application reference number for future use. You can also visit the office of the Assistant Labour Commissioner (ALC) in your district for the offline process, where you should ask for a receipt as proof of submission.
Documents
Please keep the following documents ready for your application:
- For parent registration: identity proof like Aadhaar Card, passport-sized photographs, proof of residence, bank account details, and an age certificate such as a school or birth certificate.
- For scholarship application: parent's identity card issued by the board, student ID card, latest marksheets, and birth certificate of the student.
- Additional documents as asked in the online form, including the labour card number and bank account details linked to the parent's registration.
References
Official Scheme Guidelines | Official Website | Application Portal
FAQ's
What is Professional Education (PEJKBOCWWB)?
It is a welfare scheme providing money help to children of registered construction workers for their higher education in professional and technical courses.
Who can apply?
Children of parents who are registered with the J&K Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board and have worked for at least 90 days in the last year are eligible.
Which courses are covered?
The scheme supports Para Medical, ITI, Engineering, and other professional or technical degree and diploma courses.
How is the financial aid given?
The money is transferred directly to the registered worker's bank account after the application is approved.
Can I apply for two courses at once?
No, you can only receive support for one course at a time.
Is the application open for 2025-2026?
The board has started accepting Education Assistance application forms for the financial year 2025-2026, so eligible students can apply online through the official website.