About this education scheme
Through this scheme, the children of industrial workers/employees, studying in classes 1st to 4th in recognized/approved schools are provided financial assistance for the purchase of textbooks/notebooks. The scheme aims to provide financial support for the educational needs of the children.
The "Grant of Financial Assistance for Purchase of Textbooks/Notebooks to School-Going Children of Industrial Workers/Employees (GLWB)" is a Welfare Scheme by the Goa Labour Welfare Board, Department of Labour and Employment, Goa. It aims to provide financial support for the educational needs of children of industrial workers/employees. Through this scheme, children studying in classes 1st to 4th in recognized/approved schools are provided financial assistance for the purchase of textbooks/notebooks.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Grant of Financial Assistance for Purchase of Textbooks/Notebooks to School-Going Children of Industrial Workers/Employees (GLWB) (GFAPTNSGCIWE-GLWB) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Labour and Employment Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | State · Goa |
| Official portal | labour.goa.gov.in (see References at the end) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Goa Labour Welfare Board |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 80 years
- 💼Construction Worker
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Financial Assistance (based on the child's Level of Education)
- Class 1st: Rs. 1,200.
- Class 2nd: Rs. 1,200.
- Class 3rd: Rs. 1,800.
- Class 4th: Rs. 1,800.
Purpose
Purchase of Textbooks / Notebooks.
Disbursement
Through the management of the Head of the Institutions where their children are studying.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a regular industrial worker/employee of the Goa Labour Welfare Board.
- The applicant should have at least 6 months of continuous service.
- The applicant should not be employed in supervisory or managerial roles earning Rs. 1,600/- and above per month.
- The applicant should have wages/salary not exceeding Rs. 20,000/-.
- The applicant should have children studying in classes 1st to 4th in recognized/approved schools.
Criteria for Selection
- Lowest income of the parents.
- Preference will be given to the students studying in higher classes.
- Workers having not more than two children will be given priority.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form for the scheme from the Official Website of the Department of Labour and Employment, Goa.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: The interested applicant should submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents through their employers or through the Heads of Educational Institutions where their child is studying, to the Secretary, Goa Labour Welfare Board, 4th floor, Shram Shakti Bhavan, Patto Centre, Panaji, Goa - 403 001.
*The application should reach the Secretary on or before 30th Sept, every year.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum duration of service required for eligibility?
Applicants should have at least 6 months of continuous service to be eligible for the scheme.
Are there any restrictions on the salary or wage level of the applicants?
Yes, applicants should not be employed in supervisory or managerial roles earning Rs. 1,600/- and above per month. Their wages/salary should not exceed Rs. 20,000/-.
Do applicants need to have children enrolled in specific classes to qualify for assistance?
Yes, applicants should have children studying in classes 1st to 4th in recognized/approved schools.
How is the assistance disbursed to the beneficiaries?
The assistance will be disbursed to the workers/employees through the management of the Head of the Institutions where their children are studying.
Can the assistance be utilized for other educational expenses?
The assistance is specifically intended to be utilized towards the cost of purchasing textbooks/notebooks.
How can interested applicants obtain the application form for this scheme?
Interested applicants should download the prescribed format of the application form from the Official Website of the Department of Labour and Employment, Goa.
Can applicants submit the application form directly to the Goa Labour Welfare Board?
No, the application form and documents should be submitted through employers or through the Heads of Educational Institutions where the child is studying, to the Secretary, Goa Labour Welfare Board.
Is there a deadline for submitting the application?
Yes, the application should reach the Secretary on or before 30th September every year.
Is there a specific timeframe within which the financial assistance is disbursed to the beneficiary's bank account?
No, there is no specific timeframe within which the financial assistance is disbursed to the beneficiary's bank account.
Are part-time workers eligible to apply for this scheme?
The scheme specifies that applicants should be regular industrial workers/employees, so part-time workers may not meet the eligibility criteria.
Can applicants from any industry apply for assistance?
Yes, as long as applicants are registered industrial workers/employees under the Goa Labour Welfare Board, they are eligible regardless of their industry.
Can applicants with a salary below Rs. 1,600/- per month apply?
Yes, applicants with a salary below Rs. 1,600/- per month are eligible to apply, provided they meet the other eligibility criteria.
References and official sources
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- Citizen's Charter (PDF) goa.gov.in
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