Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Shramik Pravidhik Shiksha Sahaayata Yojana
📘 What Is DAKSPSSY?
Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Shramik Pravidhik Shiksha Sahayata Yojana (DAKSPSSY) is a financial assistance/scholarship scheme launched by the Government of Uttar Pradesh to support the technical education of children whose parents are registered workers in the state. The goal is to reduce economic barriers that prevent children from pursuing higher and vocational technical studies.
🎯 Objective
The main aim of this scheme is to provide economic support so that students from worker families can enroll in professional and technical courses without financial strain, thereby improving their skills and future job prospects.
📚 Who Is Eligible?
To qualify for this scholarship:
- 👨👩👧 Worker’s Status: The parent/guardian must be a registered worker in Uttar Pradesh under either the Shops & Commercial Establishments Act, 1962 or the Factories Act, 1948.
- 💰 Income Limit: The worker’s monthly wage (basic + dearness allowance) should not exceed ₹15,000 (some sources cite up to ₹24,000 as a threshold in similar listings, but the official scheme limit is generally ₹15,000).
- 🎓 Student’s Enrollment: The applicant (student) must be enrolled in an approved technical education program
🎓 Courses Covered
The scheme supports students pursuing:
- Degree Courses: e.g., B.Tech, M.Tech, BCA, MCA, BBA, MBA, MBBS, and other technical degrees.
- Diploma Courses: Polytechnic, PG Diploma, vocational diplomas.
- Certificate Courses: ITI or other certified technical/vocational programs
💰 Benefits (Scholarship Amounts)
The financial assistance is a one‑time award based on the level of course:
| Course Type | Assistance Amount |
|---|---|
| Degree Course | ₹25,000 per year |
| Diploma Course | ₹15,000 per year |
| Certificate Course | ₹10,000 per year |
The scholarship is directly transferred to the student’s bank account once approved.
📝 How to Apply
- Visit the Uttar Pradesh Labour Welfare Board portal (e.g., skpuplabour.in).
- Register and login with your details.
- Fill out the online application form and upload required documents.
- Verify the application at both the educational institution and your workplace/authority.
- Submit and track the application status online.
📄 Required Documents
Typically you will need:
- Filled application form
- Admission / fee receipt from the educational institution
- Bank passbook copy (with IFSC)
- Proof of worker’s registration and pay details
- Identity proofs (like Aadhar) – depending on portal instructions
📌 Important to Know
- This scheme specifically targets children of registered workers in Uttar Pradesh.
- The income and registration criteria must be met for the application to be considered.
