The West Bengal Transport Workers’ Social Security Scheme offers financial assistance to transport workers for the education of their children. Launched by the Labour Department, Government of West Bengal, this scheme helps ease the burden of educational expenses for children pursuing higher secondary, graduate, postgraduate, or professional studies. The benefit is a one-time grant per eligible child and is limited to two children per family.
Short Summary
• Scheme Name: West Bengal Transport Workers’ Social Security Scheme – Educational Assistance
• Department: Labour Department, Government of West Bengal
• Beneficiaries: Transport workers in the unorganized sector
• Benefit Type: One-time financial assistance (maximum for 2 children)
• Application Mode: Online via eDistrict 2.0 Portal
• Disbursement Mode: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to applicant’s bank account
Benefits
| Educational Level | Amount (One-Time Assistance) |
|---|---|
| Higher Secondary / Diploma | ₹4,000 |
| Graduation / Diploma | ₹6,000 |
| Post-Graduation | ₹10,000 |
| Engineering / Medical Courses | ₹30,000 |
Note:
• Assistance is applicable only once per educational level per child
• Maximum of 2 children per family are eligible under the scheme
Eligibility Criteria
• Applicant must be a resident of West Bengal
• Age should be between 18 and 60 years at the time of enrolment
• Must be employed in the unorganized transport sector, operating:
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Cars, taxis, luxury taxis
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Light commercial vehicles, vans
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Auto-rickshaws, tempos
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Lorries, trucks, or buses
• The vehicle must be used for commercial purposes only
• Children must be enrolled in a recognized educational institution
Application Process
Online via eDistrict 2.0 Portal
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Visit: https://edistrict.wb.gov.in
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Click on Login / Sign Up
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Scroll down and click “Register”
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Fill out the registration form with valid mobile number and personal details
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Complete OTP verification to create your account
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Login to the portal and go to the Dashboard
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From the right-side menu, select “Apply for Services”
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Choose “West Bengal Transport Workers’ Social Security Scheme – Education Assistance”
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Fill in the application form and upload required documents
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Submit and download the acknowledgment
Documents Required
For Registration as Transport Worker
• Certification by prescribed authority (in official format)
• Passport-size photo (self and dependent children)
• Age proof (Birth Certificate, Aadhaar, etc.)
• Valid Driving License (if applicable)
• Aadhaar Card or EPIC
For Education Assistance Application
• Admission proof / certificate from recognized educational institution
• Last passed exam’s marksheet of the child
• Bank account details for DBT
• Additional documents (if required)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the “Assistance for Education of Children” scheme under the “West Bengal Transport Workers’ Social Security Scheme”?
The “Assistance for Education of Children” Scheme is a government initiative that provides financial support to beneficiaries for their children’s education at various levels, including higher secondary, graduation, post-graduation, and professional courses like engineering and medical studies. - Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
Registered beneficiaries whose children are pursuing higher secondary, graduation, post-graduation, or professional courses in engineering or medical fields are eligible to apply for this scheme. - What type of assistance is provided under this scheme?
The assistance is provided under below rate:
Higher Secondary/ Diploma: ₹4,000/-.
Graduation/ Diploma: ₹6,000/-.
Post-Graduation: ₹10,000/-.
Engineering/ Medical: ₹30,000/-. - Is the financial assistance provided annually?
No, the financial assistance under this scheme is provided as a one-time benefit for each eligible educational level. - Is there a deadline for submitting applications?
The deadline for submitting applications varies, and applicants are advised to check the online portal for specific details. - Is there any income limit for applying to the scheme?
No specific income limit is mentioned for the scheme. - Where can an applicant find more information about the scheme?
Applicants can find detailed information about the scheme by visiting the official portal or contacting the implementing authority directly.