Chhattisgarh Atal Utkrisht Shiksha Yojana

Scheme Introduction: A Brief Overview

The Chhattisgarh Atal Utkrisht Shiksha Yojana is a flagship welfare initiative of the Labour Department, Government of Chhattisgarh, implemented through the Chhattisgarh Building and Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board (CGBOCW Board). Launched under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai, the scheme provides free, high-quality residential education to meritorious children of registered construction workers from Class 6 to Class 12.

Selected students are admitted to empanelled private residential schools (CBSE, ICSE or Chhattisgarh Board) where the entire cost of education is fully borne by the Board. This covers tuition and admission fees, hostel accommodation, nutritious meals, school uniforms, textbooks, stationery, and other approved educational expenses. By removing the financial burden, the scheme ensures that children from labour families get equal access to quality education and a stronger foundation for higher studies and career opportunities.

The scheme is available exclusively to the first two children of registered construction workers who are active members of the CGBOCW Board (with a minimum of one year of registration). Admission is granted on a merit basis for entry into Class 6, based on Class 5 performance, followed by document verification and counselling. Recognising growing demand, the Government has increased the annual intake to 200 students for the 2026-27 academic year, enabling more deserving children to benefit from quality residential education across empanelled schools in the state.

Under Atal Utkrisht Shiksha Yojana, online applications can be submitted through the official Shramev Jayate Portal, the Shramev Jayate Mobile App, Labour Department offices, Labour Resource Centres and Lok Seva Kendras (Common Service Centres).

Through this initiative, the Chhattisgarh government aims to promote real social mobility by giving children of construction workers access to the same quality of education that was earlier limited to more privileged families. By studying in good residential schools, these students gain not only better academic foundations but also the confidence, exposure, and life skills needed to pursue higher education and competitive careers.

Scheme Benefits

Eligible students selected under the Chhattisgarh Atal Utkrisht Shiksha scheme receive the following benefits:

• Free admission to empanelled private residential schools.
• Quality education from Class 6 to Class 12.
• Complete exemption from tuition fees.
• Free hostel and residential accommodation.
• Nutritious meals throughout the academic session.
• Free school uniforms.
• Free textbooks, notebooks, stationery, and study materials.
• Coverage of other educational expenses approved by the Welfare Board.
• Opportunity to study in reputed residential schools affiliated with recognized education boards.

Eligibility Requirements

To avail the benefit under Atal Utkrisht Shiksha scheme, applicant must satisfy the following conditions:

• The parent or guardian must be a registered construction worker under the Chhattisgarh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
• The worker should have an active registration for at least one year before applying.
• Only the first two children of the registered worker are eligible.
• The applicant must be seeking admission to Class 6 under the scheme.
• Selection is made strictly based on merit and verification of eligibility.
• The applicant must fulfil any additional conditions specified in the official admission notification for the respective academic session.

Required Documents

Applicants generally need to submit the following documents:

• Construction Worker Registration Card/Certificate.
• Proof of active registration with the Welfare Board.
• Aadhaar Card of the student.
• Aadhaar Card of the registered worker (parent/guardian).
• Class 5 marksheet or progress report.
• School Leaving/Transfer Certificate (if applicable).
• Bonafide or Current Study Certificate.
• Domicile Certificate.
• Recent passport-size photographs.
• Any additional documents prescribed in the official admission notification.

Steps to Apply

Applicants can apply for the scheme online through the Shramev Jayate Portal or the Shramev Jayate Mobile App by following the steps below.

• First, install the Shramev Jayate mobile app from the Google Play Store.
• Open the app and log in by entering your username, mobile number, and password.
• After logging in, complete the registration process.
• The scheme dashboard will open on your screen.
• Here, select the BOC Board option under Labor Services.
• Select the Scheme Work option under Main Services.
• You will see a list of schemes. Click Apply for Atal Utkrisht Shiksha Yojana.
• Now, to apply for the scheme, first select your district, enter your registration number, and click "Proceed."
• After this, the scheme application form will open on your screen.
• Here, fill in the online application form with the student's and parent's details.
• Upload the required supporting documents.
• Review all the information carefully and submit the application.
• Save or print the acknowledgement receipt for future reference.
   

Note: The online application process for Atal Utkrisht Shiksha Yojana was conducted through the Shramev Jayate Portal from 22 June 2026 to 12 July 2026. Since the last date for submitting applications has expired, the portal is no longer accepting online applications for this admission cycle. Applicants must wait for the next official notification if a new application window is announced.

Relevant Links

• Chhattisgarh Labour Department Portal
• Jan Sampark Department Atal Utkrisht Yojana Information
• Chhattisgarh JanSampark Department Portal
• Shramev Jayate mobile app Link

Contact Information

• Chhattisgarh Labour Department Contact Details