National Scholarship Portal Offers Scholarships for Wards of Beedi and Cine Workers
The National Scholarship Portal (NSP) is facilitating two significant scholarships under the Ministry of Labour & Employment (MoLE), catering specifically to students whose parents are employed in distinct industries.
Financial Assistance for Education of the Wards of Beedi Workers:
- Available for students in Class 11 and above.
- Annual scholarship amount: Rs. 12,000 for Class 11 & 12, Rs. 20,000 for graduation and beyond.
- Eligibility criteria:
- Indian citizenship.
- Child of a beedi worker.
- Annual parental income under Rs. 6 lakh.
- Enrollment in a recognized school or college.
Financial Assistance for Education of the Wards of Cine Workers:
- Similar eligibility criteria and scholarship amounts as the Beedi Workers scheme.
- Open to students in Class 11 and higher.
Selection Process:
- Merit and parental income form the basis of selection.
- Priority given to higher marks and lower income.
Application Process:
- Visit the NSP website: https://scholarships.gov.in/.
- Register or log in.
- Choose MoLE as the awarding body.
- Select the appropriate scheme (Beedi or Cine Workers).
- Fill out the form and upload required documents.
- Submit the application by January 31, 2024.
More Information:
- For further details, visit the NSP website or contact MoLE directly.
Feel free to reach out if you have any additional questions!