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Skill Development Assistance (ANBOCWWB)

Under this scheme, financial assistance shall be provided to registered construction workers or their two children for the purchase of tool kits upon submission of a successful course/trade completion certificate from a Government Industrial Training Institute or Vocational Training Centre.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Under the scheme, the financial assistance of ₹10,000/- shall be provided by the Board to registered construction workers or their two children for the purchase of tool kits.

Who can apply

The beneficiary should be a resident of the Union territory of Andaman & Nicobar Islands.; The beneficiary should be engaged in any building & other construction work.; The beneficiary should be registered under the A&N Islands Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.; The beneficiary should have an active membership of the Board.; Registered construction workers, either for themselves or for their two children, can avail the benefits under the scheme for the purchase of tool kits.; The registered construction workers or their children must possess a successful course/trade completion certificate from the Government Industrial Training Institute or Vocational Training Centre to apply under the scheme.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Who is eligible to benefit from this scheme?

Registered construction workers, either for themselves or for their two children, can avail the benefits under the scheme for the purchase of tool kits.

How much financial assistance does the scheme provide?

The scheme offers financial assistance of [?]10,000/- for the purchase of tool kits to the registered construction workers or their two children.

Can both registered workers and their children avail benefits under this scheme?

Yes, both registered construction workers and their two children can avail benefits under the Skill Development Assistance scheme.

Is there a requirement for obtaining a successful course/trade completion certificate?

Yes, to apply under the scheme, registered construction workers or their children must possess a successful course/trade completion certificate from a Government Industrial Training Institute or Vocational Training Centre.

Can individuals who are not registered construction workers apply for this scheme?

No, only registered construction workers or their two children are eligible to apply for the Skill Development Assistance scheme.

Is there any provision for extending the financial assistance beyond ₹10,000/-?

Currently, the scheme offers a fixed amount of [?]10,000/- for the purchase of tool kits.

How does one apply for the scheme?

The eligible workers may apply online through the Portal: https://serviceonline.gov.in/