Labour Card Scholarship 2025: Financial Assistance for Children of Labour Workers — Apply Online
The Government of India, through the Ministry of Labour and Employment, has launched the Labour Card Scholarship 2025 to support the education of children belonging to labour families working in the unorganised sector. This initiative aims to reduce dropout rates and ensure that every child gets access to education without financial burden.
This scholarship provides direct financial assistance ranging from ₹1,000 to ₹25,000, depending on the student’s academic level — from Class 1 to professional degree courses.
BOC Workers Education Assistance Extended Till 15 December 2025 (J&K Only)
Pursuant to the directions of the Hon’ble Chief Minister (Chairperson, J&K BOCWWB), the submission deadline for Educational Assistance Forms (Higher Education, School Education & Meritorious Assistance) has been extended up to 15 December 2025.
Registered workers are requested to submit their applications online at ➝ jkbocw.gov.in before the last date.
⭐ Key Highlights: Labour Card Scholarship 2025
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Name | Labour Card Scholarship 2025 |
| Launched By | Ministry of Labour & Employment |
| Beneficiaries | Children of registered labourers |
| Years Covered | Academic Year 2025 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Portal | scholarships.gov.in |
| Last Date (Tentative) | November 2025 |
| Financial Assistance | ₹1,000 to ₹25,000 |
🎯 Objective of Labour Card Scholarship
- To support children from low-income labour families
- To encourage continued education & reduce drop-outs
- To promote equality in access to education
- To support higher & professional studies for better career growth
💰 Scholarship Amount: Course-Wise Assistance
| Class/Course | Scholarship Amount |
|---|---|
| Class 1–4 | ₹1,000 |
| Class 5–8 | ₹1,500 |
| Class 9–10 | ₹2,000 |
| Class 11–12 | ₹3,000 |
| ITI / Polytechnic | ₹6,000 |
| Degree / Graduation | ₹6,000 |
| Engineering / Medical / Law & Other Professional Courses | Up to ₹25,000 |
👥 Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Labour Card Scholarship 2025, the student must:
✔ Be a child of a registered labour worker (valid Labour Card mandatory)
✔ Be studying in a recognised institution
✔ Maintain good academic performance & minimum attendance
✔ Fall under the prescribed income ceiling
✔ Possess required documents (listed below)
📌 Required Documents
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Valid Labour Card / Worker ID
- Aadhaar Card of student
- Bank account details (student/parent)
- Income certificate
- Academic marksheets / previous year report card
🖥️ How to Apply for Labour Card Scholarship 2025 — Online Process
Follow the steps below:
1️⃣ Visit the National Scholarship Portal: scholarships.gov.in
2️⃣ Click on New Registration
3️⃣ Read the guidelines & proceed
4️⃣ Register with personal & bank details
5️⃣ Log in using the generated credentials
6️⃣ Select the Labour Card Scholarship Scheme
7️⃣ Upload all required documents
8️⃣ Submit the application form
9️⃣ Take a print/soft copy of acknowledgment
🔍 Check Scholarship Status
- Visit scholarships.gov.in
- Select Login
- Enter Application ID & password
- View live status updates
📞 Support & Helpline
| Service | Contact |
|---|---|
| helpdesk@nsp.gov.in | |
| Helpline Number | 0120-6619540 (8 AM – 8 PM, working days) |
📌 Benefits of Labour Card Scholarship
✔ Covers tuition fees & academic expenses
✔ Encourages higher education for underprivileged students
✔ Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) ensures transparency
✔ Reduces financial burden on labour families
✔ Boosts skill-development & employability
📝 FAQs – Labour Card Scholarship 2025
Q1. Who can apply?
Students whose parents hold a valid labour card issued by the Labour Department.
Q2. What is the highest scholarship amount?
Up to ₹25,000 for professional courses like Engineering, Medical & Law.
Q3. Is ITI / Polytechnic eligible?
Yes, both are eligible with ₹6,000 assistance.
Q4. What is the last date to apply?
The tentative deadline is November 2025. Students must apply before the portal closes.
The Labour Card Scholarship 2025 is a major step toward empowering the children of labourers by providing financial assistance at every level of education. Eligible students are strongly encouraged to apply early and secure this essential support for a brighter academic future.
