Beedi, Cine and Mine Workers Scholarship 2026-27: Rs 1,000 to Rs 25,000 for Children, Apply on NSP by 31 October 2026
The Labour Ministry's scholarship for children of Beedi, Cine, IOMC and LSDM workers pays Rs 1,000 to Rs 25,000 a year with no minimum marks. Applications are online on the National Scholarship Portal till 31 October 2026.
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Beedi, Cine and Mine Workers Scholarship 2026-27: Overview
The Ministry of Labour & Employment gives yearly scholarships to the children of Beedi workers, Cine workers, Iron Ore/Manganese Ore/Chrome Ore Mine (IOMC) workers and Limestone/Dolomite Mine (LSDM) workers. The official scheme name is "Financial Assistance for Education to the Wards of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers", with separate Pre-Matric and Post-Matric parts. Applications are accepted only online on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
The scholarship ranges from Rs 1,000 to Rs 25,000 per student per year and is paid directly into the student's bank account through DBT. As per the NSP scheme list, the student application window is open till 31 October 2026. So eligible students still have time, but should apply soon.
Scheme at a Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme | Financial Assistance for Education to the Wards of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers (Pre-Matric and Post-Matric, Welfare Based) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Labour & Employment (Labour Welfare Organisation) |
| Academic year | 2026-27 |
| Who can apply | Children of Beedi, Cine, IOMC and LSDM workers |
| Amount | Rs 1,000 to Rs 25,000 per year, depending on class/course |
| Application mode | Online only, on scholarships.gov.in |
| Application opened | 1 June 2026 |
| Last date (Post-Matric) | 31 October 2026 |
| Payment | Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the student's bank account |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Scheme open on NSP | 1 June 2026 |
| Student application last date (Post-Matric) | 31 October 2026 |
| Student application last date (Pre-Matric) | 31 October 2026 as per NSP scheme list (see note) |
| Defective application verification | Till 15 November 2026 |
| Institute verification | Till 15 November 2026 |
| DNO/SNO/MNO verification | Till 30 November 2026 |
Note: The PIB releases of 10 June 2026 and 28 July 2026 gave 31 August 2026 as the Pre-Matric (Class I to X) last date and 31 October 2026 as the Post-Matric last date. The NSP "All Scholarships" list shows 31 October 2026 for both. Pre-Matric applicants should check the live NSP portal before applying.
Scholarship Amount (From 2026-27)
The same rates apply to boys and girls. The amounts below are from the Ministry of Labour & Employment release of 28 July 2026 and the scheme guidelines on NSP.
| Class / Course | Amount per year |
|---|---|
| Class I to IV | Rs 1,000 |
| Class V to VIII | Rs 1,500 |
| Class IX | Rs 2,000 |
| Class X | Rs 2,000 |
| Class XI and XII | Rs 3,000 |
| ITI | Rs 6,000 |
| Polytechnic | Rs 6,000 |
| Degree courses (including B.Sc. Agriculture) | Rs 6,000 |
| Professional courses (such as BE, MBBS, MBA) | Rs 25,000 |
Eligibility
- At least one parent must be a Beedi, Cine, IOMC or LSDM worker with at least six months of service. Contract workers and home-based (gharkhata) workers are also covered.
- The student must have passed the previous qualifying examination. Students promoted to the next class can also apply. No minimum marks are fixed.
- The student must be in regular admission in a government or government-recognised institution in India. Students in correspondence courses are not eligible.
- General and technical courses, including medical, engineering and agriculture, are covered.
- The family income must be within the limit set in the scheme guidelines for the worker's category. Please read the latest guidelines on NSP for the exact limit.
- The student must have an active mobile number, Aadhaar, and an Aadhaar-seeded (NPCI-mapped) bank account.
Who Is Not Eligible
- Students already getting another scholarship or stipend (the PIB release says a student may apply for one merit-based and one or more welfare-based scholarships).
- Students taking a second course at the same stage in another subject (for example, B.Sc. after B.Com).
- Students moving to another professional line after finishing one (for example, LLB after B.Tech).
Documents Required
- Passport-size photograph of the student
- Copy of the worker's identity card (for mine workers, the Form B register number)
- Front page of the bank passbook or a cancelled cheque in the student's name
- Pass certificate or mark sheet of the previous year
- Income certificate issued by the revenue authority
- Aadhaar and an active mobile number
Tip: As per the release, each child of the same worker must have a separate bank account and a separate mobile number. In a joint account, the student's name must come first.
How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step
- Go to the National Scholarship Portal, scholarships.gov.in.
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) using Aadhaar and mobile number, if not done already.
- Log in with your OTR number and select the academic year 2026-27.
- Choose the scheme "Financial Assistance for Education to the Wards of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM" (Post-Matric for Class XI and above, Pre-Matric for Class I to X).
- Fill in personal, academic, parent's worker ID and bank details carefully.
- Upload the required documents and submit the form before 31 October 2026.
- Your institute will verify the application (till 15 November 2026), followed by district/state level verification (till 30 November 2026).
- After approval, the money is credited to your Aadhaar-linked bank account by DBT.
Important Official Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply online (NSP) | scholarships.gov.in |
| Scheme list with dates | NSP All Scholarships |
| Scheme guidelines | Labour Ministry guidelines (PDF) |
| FAQs for Labour Welfare scheme | NSP FAQ (PDF) |
| PIB release, 28 July 2026 | Read release |
| PIB release, 10 June 2026 | Read release |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date for the Beedi/Cine/Mine workers scholarship 2026-27?
For Post-Matric (Class XI and above), the last date is 31 October 2026. The NSP list also shows 31 October 2026 for Pre-Matric, but an earlier PIB release said 31 August 2026, so check the portal.
How much scholarship will I get?
From Rs 1,000 (Class I-IV) to Rs 25,000 (professional courses like BE, MBBS, MBA) per year.
Is there a minimum marks requirement?
No minimum marks are fixed. You must have passed the previous qualifying exam; promoted students can also apply.
Can contract mine workers' children apply?
Yes. Contract workers and home-based (gharkhata) workers are covered, provided the parent has at least six months of service.
Can I apply offline?
No. Applications are accepted only online on the National Scholarship Portal.
How will the money be paid?
By Direct Benefit Transfer to the student's own Aadhaar-seeded bank account.
Conclusion
The Ministry of Labour & Employment's scholarship for children of Beedi, Cine, IOMC and LSDM workers gives Rs 1,000 to Rs 25,000 a year and needs no minimum marks. With the Post-Matric deadline on 31 October 2026, eligible students should complete OTR on NSP, keep the parent's worker ID card, income certificate and a separate bank account ready, and submit the form without delay. After submitting, follow up with your institute so that verification is done before 15 November 2026.
References
- https://scholarships.gov.in/All-Scholarships – National Scholarship Portal, "All Scholarships" scheme list with 2026-27 dates (page marked "Last update on June 2026"; checked 16 October 2026)
- https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2290429®=48&lang=2 – "Financial Assistance for Education to the Wards of Beedi, Cine, IOMC, LSDM Workers Pre & Post-Matric", Ministry of Labour & Employment, PIB, 28 July 2026
- https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2271267®=1&lang=1 – "Applications Invited for Educational Scholarships for Children of Beedi, Cine and Mine Workers for Academic Year 2026-27", Ministry of Labour & Employment, PIB Mumbai, 10 June 2026
- https://scholarships.gov.in/public/schemeGuidelines/Labour_Ministry_Guidelines_of_scholarhsips%20schemes.pdf – Ministry of Labour & Employment, scheme guidelines for Financial Assistance for Education (NSP), undated
- https://scholarships.gov.in/public/FAQ/MinistryofLabour_FAQ.pdf – NSP, Frequently Asked Questions for Labour Welfare Scheme, undated