Atal Awasiya Vidyalay Yojana (AAVY) is a government-supported residential education initiative in Uttar Pradesh that provides free, quality education and residential facilities to children from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, particularly children of registered construction workers and other eligible groups.
This scheme is implemented by the Uttar Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (UPBOCW) under the Labour and Employment Department of the Government of Uttar Pradesh.
Objective of the Atal Awasiya Vidyalay Yojana
The main objectives of the Atal Awasiya Vidyalay Yojana are:
To provide free education from sixth grade to twelfth grade in residential schools. To promote quality CBSE-pattern education for children of registered construction workers, orphans, and destitute children affected by COVID-19. To ensure free accommodation, food, study material, uniforms, and healthcare for students. To establish residential schools with a capacity of approximately 1,000 students across 18 divisions of Uttar Pradesh.
Benefits of the Atal Awasiya Vidyalay Yojana
Free education for the children of construction workers. Provision of free accommodation and meals at the residential school. Sports and recreational activities for the overall development of the children. Medical facilities are provided to ensure the health and well-being of the children. Access to a nurturing environment that promotes personal growth, discipline, and life skills.
Who is eligible for the scheme?
To enroll in Atal Awasiya Vidyalay Yojana, applicants must meet the following Qualifications must be fulfilled:
The parents must be registered construction workers under the Department of Labour. The child must be between 6 and 14 years old. The child should come from a financially disadvantaged family that cannot afford educational expenses. The workers’ registration certificate must be valid and up to date. There must be proof of a contribution deposit.
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How to apply
To apply for this scheme, candidates have to follow the following process:
- Candidates must first visit the official website of the Uttar Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Department.
- The homepage will open in front of you.
- Now, click on the Apply option under Scheme Application at the bottom of the home page.
- Now, on this page, select your district and scheme, enter your registered Aadhaar number and mobile number, and click on the “Open Application Form”.
- After that, carefully enter all required details and attach the necessary documents.
- Then submit the form.
Why did the government launch this scheme?
The government has observed that children living with their parents at construction sites often face educational difficulties. They either never enrol in school or drop out early due to frequent relocations, financial struggles, or lack of guidance. Recognising this important issue, the state has decided to create educational homes where they can live and study without worrying about instability.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who started the Atal Awasiya Vidyalay Yojana?
Atal Awasiya Vidyalay Yojana was launched by the Uttar Pradesh government for the children of labourers.
Is Atal Awasiya Vidyalay Yojana only for the children of workers?
Yes, the main objective of the Atal Awasiya Vidyalay Yojana is to provide free education to the children of the workers, so that they can be uplifted.
Atal Awasiya Vidyalay Yojana is for which class of children?
Children from classes 1 to 12 will be provided education under the Atal Awasiya Vidyalay Yojana.