The National Scholarship Portal (NSP) acts as a central platform for various scholarship schemes offered by the Government of India. While the Ministry of Labour & Employment itself doesn’t directly administer its own scholarships, it leverages the NSP to provide financial assistance for education to the wards (children) of specific worker categories.
This guide delves into the details of these scholarship programs offered through the NSP by the Ministry of Labour & Employment, along with resources for further exploration.
Scholarship Programs for Wards of Workers:
The Ministry of Labour & Employment offers financial assistance through the NSP for the education of children belonging to specific worker families. These scholarships aim to ease the financial burden on these families and encourage students to pursue their academic goals. Here’s a breakdown of the current programs (information accurate as of March 3, 2024):
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Scheme for Award of Financial Assistance for Education (Scholarship) to the Children of Beedi Workers (Post-Matric and Pre-Matric):
- Eligibility: This scholarship is available for the children of Beedi workers (workers involved in the production of hand-rolled cigarettes).
- Criteria: One of the parents must be a Beedi worker with a minimum of six months of service. Students must have passed the previous exam on the first attempt.
- Financial Assistance: The scholarship amount ranges from Rs. 1000/- to Rs. 25000/- per student per annum, depending on the level of education pursued (post-matriculation or pre-matriculation).
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Scheme for Award of Financial Assistance for Education (Scholarship) to the Children of Iron Ore, Manganese Ore & Chrome Ore Mine (IOMC) Workers (Post-Matric):
- Eligibility: This scholarship is available for the children of workers employed in Iron Ore, Manganese Ore, and Chrome Ore Mines. Here, worker categories can include manual, unskilled, highly skilled, and clerical positions. Even workers in supervisory roles are eligible if their wages fall under a specific limit.
- Criteria: Similar to the Beedi Workers’ scheme, one parent must be an IOMC worker with at least six months of service. Students must have passed their previous exams on the first attempt.
- Financial Assistance: The scholarship amount ranges from Rs. 1000/- to Rs. 25000/- per student per annum.
Important Notes:
- These are just two examples of scholarships offered through the NSP by the Ministry of Labour & Employment. There might be other programs available depending on the current academic year.
- It’s crucial to check the official NSP website and Ministry guidelines for the latest information on eligibility criteria, application deadlines, and the specific scholarship amount offered for each program each year.
Applying for Scholarships through the NSP:
The Ministry utilizes the National Scholarship Portal for application submission and processing. Here’s a general process overview:
- Registration: Students or their guardians need to register on the NSP website (https://scholarships.gov.in/). This involves creating an account and providing necessary details.
- Search for Scholarships: Utilize the search function on the NSP to find relevant scholarships offered by the Ministry of Labour & Employment.
- Eligibility Check: Carefully review the eligibility criteria for each scholarship program to ensure your application aligns with the requirements.
- Application Submission: Once you’ve identified a suitable scholarship, proceed to complete the online application form. Ensure all required documents are uploaded during the application process.
- Selection Process: Applications are reviewed based on the defined criteria, and scholarship awards are determined.
Additional Resources:
- National Scholarship Portal: https://scholarships.gov.in/
- Ministry of Labour & Employment – Scholarship Guidelines: https://scholarships.gov.in/public/schemeGuidelines/Labour_Ministry_Guidelines_of_scholarhsips%20schemes.pdf (This link provides downloadable PDFs with detailed guidelines for each scholarship program).
- Nodal Officers for Scholarship Programs: The NSP allows searching for nodal officers by Ministry. You can search for Ministry of Labour & Employment’s nodal officers for further assistance.
