BOC Scholarship Odisha 2025-26: The Labour and ESI Department, Government of Odisha, has launched the BOC Scholarship 2025-26 to support the children of registered Building and Other Construction Workers (BOC Workers). The online application process is now active via the State Scholarship Portal: scholarship.odisha.gov.in.
This article contains complete information about the BOC Scholarship 2025-26 including apply date, eligibility, scholarship amount, last date, and application process. So, read till the end to apply easily.
BOC Scholarship 2025-26: Overview
| Scholarship Name | BOC Scholarship (Building and Other Construction Workers) |
| Department | Labour and ESI Department, Govt. of Odisha |
| State | Odisha |
| Academic Year | 2025-26 |
| Eligible Courses | ITI & Polytechnic (Diploma) |
| Student Category | SC / ST / OBC / SEBC / EBC / General |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | scholarship.odisha.gov.in |
Latest Update: The online application for BOC Scholarship 2025-26 is now open.
Last Date is Apply by 31 December 2025.
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | Started |
| Application Last Date | 31 December 2025 |
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for BOC Scholarship 2025-26, students must:
- Be a permanent resident of Odisha.
- Belong to any category (SC/ST/OBC/SEBC/EBC/General).
- Be a child of a registered BOC worker, with minimum 1 year of continuous registration under OB&OCWW Board.
- Be enrolled in ITI or Diploma (Polytechnic) courses.
- Not receive any other scholarship from the state or central government.
Scholarship Amount
For General Category Students
| Course | Hosteller | Day Scholar |
|---|---|---|
| ITI (Engineering Trade) | ₹23,800/year | ₹10,300/year |
| ITI (Non-Engineering Trade) | ₹21,500/year | ₹8,000/year |
| Diploma/Polytechnic (Engg.) | ₹26,800/year | ₹11,800/year |
For SC/ST/OBC/SEBC Category Students
| Course | Hosteller | Day Scholar |
|---|---|---|
| ITI (Engineering Trade) | ₹22,300/year | ₹7,540/year |
| ITI (Non-Engineering Trade) | ₹9,500/year | ₹5,240/year |
| Diploma/Polytechnic (Engg.) | ₹14,800/year | ₹9,040/year |
Documents Required
Make sure to keep the following documents ready:
- Passport-size Photograph
- Aadhaar Card
- Mobile Number & Email ID
- Marksheet and Certificate of last exam
- Bank Account Passbook
- College/Institution ID
- Residential Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Annual Contribution Certificate of Parent/Guardian
- BOC Registration Card of Parents
- Any other document as required by DTE&T
How to Apply Online for BOC Scholarship 2025-26?
- Visit the official website: scholarship.odisha.gov.in
- Enter your Aadhaar number to begin registration.
- Check your mobile/email for the User ID and Password.
- Log in and complete the application form with personal, academic, and bank details.
- Click “Save as Draft” or proceed with “Next” to complete the form.
- Preview and download the final submitted form for your record.
Important Links
| Online Registration |
| Complete Application Form |
| Applicant Login |
| Download Official Notification |
| Official Website: scholarship.odisha.gov.in |
Help Desk
- Phone: 155335 / 1800-345-6770
- Email: scholarshipsdtp@gmail.com
FAQ’s
Q. When did the BOC Scholarship 2025-26 application start?
Ans: It has already started.
Q. What is the last date to apply?
Ans: The last date to apply is 31 December 2025.
Q. What is the purpose of the BOC Scholarship?
Ans: The BOC Scholarship aims to encourage children of registered construction workers in Odisha to pursue ITI and Diploma education, especially in government institutes, and integrate them into a productive workforce.