Introduction Atal Career Nirman Yojana is an educational support scheme implemented by the Chhattisgarh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. The scheme helps children of registered construction workers prepare for Engineering and Medical entrance examinations through free coaching facilities. Under the scheme, eligible students can receive coaching for JEE Main, JEE Advanced, CGPET, and NEET-UG examinations. Coaching is available in both residential and non-residential modes for a maximum period of one year. Selected residential students are provided free hostel accommodation, meals, study material, and academic support. Non-residential students staying in rented accommodation may receive a monthly assistance of ₹5,000 subject to prescribed conditions. The scheme promotes higher education opportunities for labour families by providing quality coaching, counselling, performance assessments, and learning resources. Applications are invited online through the Labour Department portal and other authorized channels. Benefits Free coaching for Engineering and Medical entrance examinations. Preparation support for JEE Main, JEE Advanced, CGPET, and NEET-UG. Coaching duration of up to one year. Residential and non-residential coaching options available. Monthly stipend of ₹5,000 for eligible non-residential students living on rent. Free hostel accommodation for residential beneficiaries. Nutritious meals during the coaching period. Free study materials, books, notes, and practice papers. Regular counselling and performance monitoring. Coaching centres established at divisional headquarters. Reservation benefits as per state government norms. 50% seats reserved for girl students. Eligibility Applicant must be a child of a registered construction worker in Chhattisgarh. The worker's registration with the Welfare Board should be at least one year old. Benefits are available for the first two living children of the registered worker. The student must have passed Class 12 in the Science stream. Applicant must fulfill eligibility requirements of the respective entrance examination. The benefit can be availed only once by each eligible child. Applicant should not be receiving similar coaching assistance from another government scheme. Documents Aadhaar Card of the student. Class 12 marksheet. Caste Certificate (if applicable). EWS Certificate (if applicable). Self-declaration for course preference. Labour registration details of the parent. Any additional documents required during verification. Process to Apply Visit the Chhattisgarh Labour Department portal, Shramev Jayate App, Lok Seva Kendra, Labour Resource Centre, or Labour Office. Select Atal Career Nirman Yojana and enter the registered labour card number. Fill in personal, educational, and contact details. Choose the preferred coaching stream (Engineering or Medical). Upload or submit the required documents. Verify all entered information and submit the application. Obtain the acknowledgement number for future reference. Applications are scrutinized and merit lists are prepared based on Class 12 marks and seat availability. Selected candidates may be called for counselling and seat allotment. Final admission is granted after verification and approval by the Welfare Board. Selection Process Applications are verified for eligibility and document completeness. District-wise merit lists are prepared based on Class 12 performance. Shortlisted candidates are considered according to available seats. Reservation policy of the state is followed during seat allocation. Counselling may be conducted before final selection. Selected students are allotted coaching centres and programme type. Important Links and Contact Official Labour Department Portal Application Status Mobile App: Shramev Jayate App Contact Details Contact the District Labour Department Officer Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Q1. What is Atal Career Nirman Yojana?It is a coaching assistance scheme for children of registered construction workers preparing for Engineering and Medical entrance examinations. Q2. Which exams are covered under the scheme?JEE Main, JEE Advanced, CGPET, and NEET-UG are covered. Q3. Who can apply for the scheme?Children of registered construction workers who have completed Class 12 in the Science stream can apply. Q4. Is hostel facility available?Yes, selected residential students receive free hostel accommodation and meals. Q5. What stipend is provided to non-residential students?Eligible students residing in rented accommodation may receive ₹5,000 per month. Q6. How many children from one family can avail the benefit?The scheme is available for the first two living children of a registered worker. Q7. How is selection done?Selection is based on merit, reservation norms, counselling, and seat availability. Q8. Can students apply online?Yes, applications can be submitted through the Labour Department portal and Shramev Jayate mobile app. Q9. Is coaching free of cost?Yes, coaching, study materials, and related academic support are provided free of cost. Q10. Which department implements the scheme?The Chhattisgarh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board implements the scheme.