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Cash Award (A.B.O.C.W.W.B)

Cash awards shall be given to the three male & three female children of the registered construction workers in each district to those students who score 75% or above, 65% or less than 75%, and 55% or less than 65% mark in HSLC, AHM and H.S. examinations.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Assam

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- The cash awards shall be given to the children of the beneficiaries who score 75% or above, 65% or less than 75%, and 55% or less than 65% mark @ ₹5,000/-, ₹4,000/- and ₹3,500/- respectively in HSLC, AHM, and H.S. examinations. | - The Board offers cash awards to three male and three female children of the beneficiaries in each district.

Who can apply

The applicant student should be a permanent resident of Assam.; The applicant’s parent should be engaged in any building & other construction work.; The applicant’s parent should be registered with the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.; The parent of the applicant should have an active membership with the Board.; To avail of the benefits of the scheme, students must have obtained a minimum of 55% or above in the HSLC, AHM, and H.S. examinations.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is the Cash Award Scheme?

The Cash Award Scheme is an initiative by the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, under the Labour Welfare Department, Government of Assam. This scheme aims to provide cash awards to the children of registered construction workers based on their performance in HSLC, AHM, and H.S. examinations.

What are the cash award amounts under this scheme?

Cash awards are distributed based on academic performance. Students scoring 75% or above, 65% or less than 75%, and 55% or less than 65% will receive [?]5,000/-, [?]4,000/-, and [?]3,500/- respectively in HSLC, AHM, and H.S. examinations.

How many students are eligible for cash awards in each district?

The scheme benefits three male and three female children of registered construction workers in each district, totaling six beneficiaries per district.

Who is eligible to apply for the Cash Award Scheme?

The applicant student must be a permanent resident of Assam.

What occupation should the applicant's parent be engaged in?

The applicant's parent should be engaged in any building & other construction work.

Is it necessary for the parent to be registered with the Board?

Yes, the applicant's parent should be registered with the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.

What is the requirement for active membership with the Board?

To be eligible, the parent of the applicant must have an active membership with the Board.

Are there specific academic requirements for students to avail benefits?

Yes, to avail of the benefits, students must have obtained a minimum of 55% or above in the HSLC, AHM, and H.S examinations.

How to apply under the scheme?

The eligible applicant may apply through the official portal. https://abocwwb.assam.gov.in/