Last updated: July 16, 2026
Applications are open for the Labour Welfare Scholarship 2026-27 for eligible children of Beedi, Cine and specified Mine workers. Students must apply through the Government of India’s National Scholarship Portal. The post-matric application deadline is October 31, 2026, while the pre-matric deadline is August 31, 2026.
Key highlights
- The scholarship is offered through the Labour Welfare Organisation under the Ministry of Labour and Employment.
- Eligible students can apply from Class I through professional degree courses.
- Annual assistance ranges from Rs 1,000 to Rs 25,000, depending on the class or course.
- Pre-matric applications close on August 31, 2026.
- Post-matric applications close on October 31, 2026.
- Applicants must complete One Time Registration before applying on the National Scholarship Portal.
Important dates
| Application type | Classes or courses | Last date |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Matric Scholarship | Class I to Class X | August 31, 2026 |
| Post-Matric Scholarship | Class XI to professional degree courses | October 31, 2026 |
Who is affected
This update is relevant to eligible students whose parent or guardian works in one of the occupational groups covered by the Labour Welfare Organisation’s education assistance scheme, including:
- Beedi workers
- Cine workers
- Limestone and dolomite mine workers
- Iron ore, manganese ore and chrome ore mine workers
- Mica mine workers
The Ministry’s official announcement also includes eligible children of contract workers in the specified mining sectors. Students should check the scheme shown in their National Scholarship Portal account and confirm every eligibility condition before submitting the form.
Scholarship amount
| Level of study | Annual assistance |
|---|---|
| Classes I-IV | Rs 1,000 |
| Classes V-VIII | Rs 1,500 |
| Classes IX-X | Rs 2,000 |
| Classes XI-XII | Rs 3,000 |
| ITI, Polytechnic and degree courses, including B.Sc. Agriculture | Rs 6,000 |
| Professional courses such as BE, MBBS and MBA | Rs 25,000 |
The official announcement states that approved scholarship payments are credited to beneficiaries’ bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer.
Required student action
Eligible students should complete their National Scholarship Portal One Time Registration and submit the correct pre-matric or post-matric scholarship application before the applicable deadline. Do not wait until the final day, because identity verification, document upload or institute verification may require additional time.
How to apply for the Labour Welfare Scholarship 2026
- Open the National Scholarship Portal.
- If you do not already have an OTR number, use the official One Time Registration page and complete the required identity verification.
- Return to the portal and open the official scholarship application section.
- Sign in with the required student credentials.
- Select the applicable Labour Welfare scholarship scheme displayed for your class, course and worker category.
- Enter the student, academic, worker and bank details exactly as requested.
- Upload the documents listed by the portal for the selected scheme.
- Review the form carefully and submit it before the applicable deadline.
- Save the application number and regularly check the application and verification status on NSP.
Before submitting the application
- Confirm whether the application belongs under pre-matric or post-matric.
- Use only the official National Scholarship Portal.
- Check that the student’s name and other identity details are consistent across the application and supporting records.
- Follow the exact document checklist and eligibility conditions shown for the selected scheme.
- Keep the application number and a copy of the submitted form.
Official sources
- Ministry of Labour and Employment scholarship announcement through PIB
- Labour Welfare Organisation application and deadline notice through PIB
- National Scholarship Portal
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date for the Labour Welfare Scholarship 2026?
The pre-matric deadline is August 31, 2026. The post-matric deadline is October 31, 2026.
Who can apply?
The scheme is for eligible children of Beedi, Cine and specified Mine workers. Coverage extends from Class I to professional degree courses. Applicants must satisfy the detailed conditions shown for the scheme on the National Scholarship Portal.
How much scholarship is available?
The official announcement lists annual assistance from Rs 1,000 for Classes I-IV up to Rs 25,000 for specified professional courses such as BE, MBBS and MBA.
Is One Time Registration required?
Yes. The official announcement states that applicants must complete OTR on the National Scholarship Portal before submitting the scholarship application.
Where should students apply?
Applications must be submitted through the official National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
EntranceAlert.com is an independent education information platform and is not affiliated with the Ministry of Labour and Employment, the National Scholarship Portal, any government department or scholarship authority. Students should verify final eligibility, documents, deadlines and instructions through the official portal.