Hans News Service Hyderabad

TheGovernment of India’s Labour Welfare Organisation has invited online applications for educational scholarships for the children of Beedi, Mine, and Cine workers for the academic year 2026–27. The notification, issued by the Office of the Welfare Commissioner in Hyderabad, applies to students studying in Government and Government-recognised institutions across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.

The scholarships cover children of Beedi Workers, Limestone and Dolomite Mine Workers, Iron Ore, Manganese Ore and Chrome Ore Mine Workers, Mica Mine Workers, and Cine Workers. Eligible students from Class I to X for Pre-Matric and Class XI to Professional Degree courses for Post-Matric must apply through the National Scholarship Portal. The last date for Pre-Matric applications is 31 August 2026, whilst Post-Matric applications can be submitted until 31 October 2026.

Applicants may seek technical support through the NSP Helpdesk at 0120-6619540 or helpdesk@nsp.gov.in. For additional details, students may contact the Office of the Welfare Commissioner, Labour Welfare Organisation, Room No 54, Kendriya Sadan, Sultan Bazar, Koti, Hyderabad – 500001, Tel 040-29561297, Email wclwohyd@nic.in, or visit the nearest departmental dispensary. The Welfare Commissioner urged all eligible students, parents, and guardians to submit applications well before deadlines.