The Labour Card Scholarship, introduced by the Labour Welfare Board of Karnataka, aims to provide educational assistance to support the education of children whose parents are registered as building and other construction workers with the Labour Welfare Board, Karnataka. For many years, the Labour Welfare Board has been providing scholarships to students based on their educational level, and this academic year (2026-27), the board has invited applications for the scholarship.
Under this educational assistance scheme by the Labour Board, eligible students will receive annual scholarships ranging from ₹1,100 to ₹11,000, depending on their academic level. The scholarship is disbursed for the full duration of the course until the completion of their education, supporting students throughout their studies. Students can see the eligibility criteria given below and apply for the scholarship by following the application process explained below.
Highlights of the Scholarship
| Scholarship Name | Labour Welfare Board – Educational Assistance Scheme |
| Popularly Known as | Labour Card Scholarship |
| Concerned Board | Labour Welfare Board, Government of Karnataka |
| Beneficiaries | Children of building and other construction workers |
| Academic Year | 2026-27 |
| Scholarship Amount | ₹1,100 to ₹11,000 annually |
| Scholarship Status (Active or Discontinued) | Active |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 30/09/2026 |
Latest Updates
- The Labour Welfare Board of Karnataka has invited online applications for the Educational Assistance Scheme for the academic year 2026-27. Eligible students are hereby informed to apply for the scholarship through the KLWB Educational Assistance Portal before the last date.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Labour Card Scholarship 2026-27, students must meet the following requirements:
- The applicant’s parent (father or mother) must be a registered construction worker with the Labour Welfare Board, Karnataka.
- The monthly income of the parents should not exceed ₹35,000.
- Students in the General category must have secured at least 50% marks in their previous examination, while SC/ST students require a minimum of 45%.
- The student must be a permanent resident of Karnataka state.
- The organization where the student’s parent is working must be registered with the Labour Welfare Board of Karnataka.
- The student’s parent must have a salary slip of previous month or appointment letter as proof of employment with the organization.
Ineligibility Criteria
- Applications will be rejected if applicants fail to upload documents proving their parent’s employment with an industry or organization registered with the Labour Welfare Board.
- If the school or college where the student is studying and the organization or industry where the parent is working are not registered with the Labour Welfare Board of Karnataka, the student cannot apply for the Educational Assistance Scheme.
Scholarship Amount
The scholarship amount varies based on the student’s academic level. Below is a detailed breakdown:
| Education Level | Educational Assistance (₹) |
|---|---|
| 1st to 4th Standard | 1,100 |
| 5th to 8th Standard | 1,250 |
| 9th to 10th Standard | 3,000 |
| 1st & 2nd PUC | 4,600 |
| Degree | 6,000 |
| B.E. & B.Tech | 10,000 |
| Master’s Degree | 10,000 |
| Polytechnic/Diploma/ITI | 4,600 |
| B.Sc. Nursing/Paramedical | 10,000 |
| B.Ed. | 6,000 |
| Medical | 11,000 |
| LLB/LLM | 10,000 |
| D.Ed. | 4,600 |
| Ph.D./M.Phil | 11,000 |
Required Documents
Applicants applying for the Labour Card Scholarship 2026-27 need to submit the following documents:
- Parent’s Employee Certificate or Latest Salary Slip
- Student’s Aadhaar Card
- Parent’s Aadhaar Card
- Caste and Income Certificate
- Previous Year’s Marksheet
- Bank Passbook of the Student
- Personal and Educational Details of the Student
Points to Look For
- All applications undergo verification by the Labour Welfare Board. Any incorrect details will lead to rejection, so make sure to provide accurate information while filling out the online application.
- Ensure all documents are uploaded in the portal with a file size of less than 512 KB.
How to Apply for Labour Card Scholarship 2026-27?
Follow these steps to apply for the Labour Card Scholarship online through the Labour Welfare Board’s official portal:
Step 1: Visit the Karnataka Labour Welfare Board’s official portal for educational assistance at https://klwbapps.karnataka.gov.in/auth/student/login or use the direct link given below.
Step 2: Click on the ‘Registration’ menu. Enter the mobile number of the student or parent, verify it with OTP, and then create a new password. Then, click REGISTER to complete the registration process.
Note: Students who have already registered on the KLWB Apps portal in previous academic years do not need to register again.

Step 3: Now, click on the login menu. If you are logging in for the first time on the KLWB portal, create a security question and answer. This will help you recover your login details in the future if you forget them.

Step 4: Once logged in, choose the ‘Apply Scholarship’ option to begin filling out the online application for the Labour Card Scholarship.
Step 5: Provide the required details in the following sections:
- Student’s Basic Information
- School/College Details
- Caste and Income Details
- Previous Year Marks Details
- Bank Account Details
- Parent’s Industry Details
Step 6: Attach all required documents, ensuring that each file size does not exceed the maximum limit specified on the portal.

Step 7: Review the application details carefully, check the declaration box, and click ‘Apply’ to finalize the submission.
Step 8: Once the online application is submitted, students must get their application approved by their school or college and their parent’s industry. After these approvals, the application will be processed and approved by the Labour Welfare Board.
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How To Check Labour Card Scholarship Status 2026-27?
After submitting the online application for the Labour Card Scholarship through the KLWB educational assistance portal, students can track their application status by following the process below:
Step 1: Visit klwbapps.karnataka.gov.in and choose the ‘Student Login’ option on the home page.
Step 2: Log in to the KLWB educational assistance portal using the login details, such as the mobile number and password created during the registration process while applying for the scholarship.

Step 3: In the menu options, select the ‘Scholarship Status‘ option, which will display the current status of your scholarship application.
Common Issues and their solutions
Below is a list of common issues students face while applying for the Labour Board Educational Assistance Scheme through the KLWB Apps portal, along with their solutions:
1. School/College Name Not Found
If the student’s school or college name is not displayed, they should contact their school or college office and request them to register on the KLWB Apps portal using the Institute Login option on the homepage.
2. Industry/Organisation Name Not Found
If the parent’s industry or organization name is not displayed, students or parents should inform the concerned industry to register on the KLWB Apps portal using the Industry Login option on the homepage.
3. Files Not Uploading
If any files are not uploading to the KLWB Apps portal, ensure that the file is in either PDF or JPG format and that the file size does not exceed 512 KB. If the file size is larger than the limit, kindly compress the file and attempt to upload it again.
Labour Card Scholarship Helpline
For any queries or issues related to the Labour Card Scholarship, students can reach out to the following helpline numbers: 8277291175, 8277120505, or 9483710329.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: September 30, 2026
FAQ’s
Can I apply for the Labour Card Scholarship through the SSP portal?
No, the Labour Card Scholarship application for the academic year 2026-27 must be submitted through the KLWB portal only.
Can I apply through the Seva Sindhu portal?
No, the facility to apply for educational assistance under the Labour Welfare Board through the Seva Sindhu portal has been discontinued.
My parent is not working in the registered industry with the labour board but has a labour card. Can I still apply?
No, unless the student’s parent is an employee of a registered industry and recognized as a Building and Other Construction Worker by the Labour Board, the student cannot apply just by having a Labour Card.
What is the last date to apply for the Labour Card Scholarship?
The deadline to apply is 30/09/2026.
