“Kamgar Kalyan scholarship” usually refers to the educational assistance given by the Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MAHABOCW) to children of registered construction workers. Amounts reported run from Rs 2,500 a year for early classes to Rs 1 lakh for a medical degree. There is also a separate Maharashtra Labour Welfare Board, so confirm which scheme you mean before applying.
Quick facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme | Educational assistance for children of registered construction workers |
| Run by | MAHABOCW, Government of Maharashtra |
| Portal | mahabocw.in |
| Helpline reported | 1800-8892-816 (10 am to 6 pm) |
| Who can apply | Children (and for some courses the wife) of registered workers |
| Amount | Rs 2,500 to Rs 1,00,000 depending on class or course |
| Last date reported | 31 Dec 2026 (third-party; not verified) |
Last checked October 2026, from two third-party summaries. We could not open mahabocw.in during this check, so treat the table figures as unverified until you see the official notice.
Which scheme is “Kamgar Kalyan”?
The name is used loosely for two things. MAHABOCW (construction workers) runs educational assistance schemes and registration, which is what most scholarship pages describe. The Maharashtra Labour Welfare Board (mlwb.maharashtra.gov.in) runs separate welfare activities for factory and shop workers’ families, and its scholarship terms were not verified here.
If your parent works in construction and is a registered MAHABOCW worker, this page applies to you. Otherwise ask the labour welfare office which board your parent falls under.
Who is eligible?
- The parent must be a registered MAHABOCW construction worker, usually with a valid registration and at least 90 days of work in the previous 12 months.
- Maharashtra resident.
- Benefit for the first two children is mentioned by one source.
- Marks: about 50% in the previous class for Class 10 and above; 75% attendance for lower classes (sources differ).
- For medical, engineering and degree benefits, one source says the worker’s wife can also be a beneficiary.
Benefit amount (reported)
| Level | Amount per year |
|---|---|
| Classes 1 to 7 | Rs 2,500 |
| Classes 8 to 10 | Rs 5,000 |
| Class 10 or 12 passed / Classes 11 to 12 | Rs 10,000 |
| Degree and diploma | Rs 20,000 |
| Engineering degree | Up to Rs 60,000 |
| Medical degree | Rs 1,00,000 |
| PG diploma | Rs 25,000 (one source) |
| Foreign Master’s or PhD | One-time Rs 50,000 |
The two sources do not match fully on a few rows, so check the official table.
How to apply
- Confirm your parent’s MAHABOCW registration is active and renewed.
- Visit mahabocw.in and use the worker login or “Apply for Schemes”; scheme forms are in the Downloads section.
- Fill in the form and attach self-attested documents.
- Submit online, or at the nearest Labour Commissioner or Government Labour Officer office, depending on the scheme.
- Complete eKYC if asked, and note the application number.
- Track status with Aadhaar and registered mobile number.
Documents
- Passport photograph and Aadhaar.
- Worker’s MAHABOCW identity card and 90-day work certificate.
- Bank passbook.
- Previous year’s marksheet or passing certificate.
- Bonafide or admission proof and fee receipt for the current year.
- Proof of Maharashtra residence, ration card where asked.
- Attendance certificate for school classes, if required.
Selection
It is an eligibility-based welfare benefit rather than a merit competition. Applications are scrutinised by the board and paid by bank transfer to approved beneficiaries. Exact processing time could not be verified.
Last date and renewal
A third-party page lists 31 December 2026, but dates vary by scheme and year. Because the worker’s registration must be renewed every year, keep the work certificate updated; assistance is generally claimed every year for the duration of the course, subject to eligibility.
Warnings
Registration fees are small and set by the board. Agents sometimes demand large sums to “approve” a registration or scholarship; do not pay.
Beware of fake pages. Every scholarship season, copycat websites, Telegram groups and WhatsApp forwards collect fees or personal details in the name of real programmes. A genuine scholarship does not charge an application fee, does not ask for your OTP, UPI PIN or card details, and does not promise guaranteed selection. Apply only through mahabocw.in, the board’s official portal, and if you lose money, call 1930 or report at cybercrime.gov.in.
Why registration matters
Everything depends on the worker’s registration with MAHABOCW. Without an active registration and the required days of work, children cannot claim the educational benefit. Registered workers should renew the registration on time and keep the work certificate from the contractor or employer.
Common problems and fixes
- Registration lapsed: renew it first, then apply.
- 90-day certificate missing: ask the contractor or builder, or use the process the board provides.
- Bank account not in the name of the worker or student: correct it before submitting.
- Marksheet below the required percentage: check the rule for your class level.
- Form rejected at the office: ask the Government Labour Officer for the exact reason and resubmit.
Other benefits from the same board
The board runs other schemes for registered workers, such as health, housing and family benefits. Details were not verified here, so ask the helpline or office listed on the portal.
Helpdesk
A third-party page lists a toll-free helpline 1800-8892-816 (10 am to 6 pm) and [email protected]. Cross-check these on the official site before calling, since helpline numbers are also copied by scammers.
What we could not verify
What we could not verify: the live MAHABOCW portal, the official amount table (the two sources we read disagree on a few rows), the exact application method for each scheme, and the Maharashtra Labour Welfare Board’s own scholarship terms. A third-party page also listed a marriage assistance amount and a death-certificate requirement that did not match its own tables, so we have left those out.
Conclusion
For children of registered construction workers in Maharashtra, MAHABOCW educational assistance can cover real costs. Keep the registration active, collect documents early, and verify the amount and deadline on the official portal.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Kamgar Kalyan scholarship?
Usually the educational assistance of the Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MAHABOCW) for children of registered workers.
What is the official website?
mahabocw.in is the official board portal.
Who is eligible?
Children of registered construction workers in Maharashtra with the required 90 days of work and the minimum marks.
How much is the amount?
Reported amounts run from Rs 2,500 to Rs 1 lakh depending on class or course. Verify on the portal.
Do I need to pay an agent?
No. Registration and applications are done directly with the board.
