The UP Atal Awasiya Vidyalaya Yojana is a free residential school scheme for children of registered construction workers in Uttar Pradesh. If a parent holds a valid UP Labour Card, their child can receive completely free education from Class 6 to Class 12 — including hostel accommodation, meals, uniform, books, and coaching — across schools in all 18 divisions of the state.
Benefits of Atal Awasiya Vidyalaya Scheme
- 100% Free Education — Class 6 to 12, all streams: Science, Commerce, and Arts
- Free Residential Hostel — Accommodation with 24/7 security
- Free Meals — Nutritious breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day
- Free Uniform and Study Material — School uniform, shoes, bags, textbooks, and notebooks
- Extra Coaching and Sports — Olympiad preparation, sports facilities, and personality development
- No Hidden Charges — No registration fee, exam fee, or annual charges of any kind
- English Medium, CBSE Pattern — Education standard comparable to Navodaya and Sainik Schools
Eligibility Criteria
The scheme is exclusively for children of UP Labour Card holders. The following conditions must be met:
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Parent’s Status | Father or mother must be a registered construction worker under the UP Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (upbocw.in) with a valid Labour Card. |
| Student’s Class | Student must have passed Class 5 for Class 6 admission. Admission to Classes 7–12 is possible if seats are available and the entrance test is cleared. |
| Age Limit | 10–12 years as on 1st April of the admission year (for Class 6). Age relaxation is available for SC/ST/OBC candidates. |
| Domicile | Student must be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh. A Niwas Praman Patra (domicile certificate) is required. |
| Income Limit | Not officially specified, but holding a Labour Card implies the family meets the low-income criteria. |
Important: If you have applied for a Labour Card but have not yet received it, wait until the card is issued. Applications without a valid Labour Card will not be accepted.
Admission Process — Step by Step
The admission process typically runs from February to March each year, using a hybrid online-offline system.
Step 1: Download the Application Form
Forms are released in late February or early March. Download from upbocw.in under the Atal Awasiya Vidyalaya Admission section, or collect a physical copy from your District Labour Office (Zila Shram Karyalay).
Step 2: Fill and Submit the Form
Fill in student details, parent Labour Card number, and contact information. Submit with all required documents at the District Labour Office. Always collect the acknowledgement slip with your application number. The deadline is typically 2–3 weeks after form release.
Step 3: Entrance Test
Selection is through a written entrance test at Class 5 level. Subjects: Hindi, English, Mathematics, and General Knowledge. Duration: 2 hours, MCQ format, no negative marking. Syllabus is based on NCERT Class 5 textbooks. Previous year papers are available on the UP BOCW website.
Step 4: Result and Joining
The merit list is published on upbocw.in within 3–4 weeks of the test. Selected students receive a joining letter with school name, reporting date, and medical checkup details. Original documents are verified at the time of joining.
Required Documents
Keep the following documents ready — all photocopies must be self-attested:
- Filled and signed Application Form
- ✔️ Student’s Aadhaar Card (Photocopy)
- Student's passport-size photos (2 copies)
- Parent's valid UP Labour Card (original + photocopy) — most critical document
- ✔️ Student’s Class 5 Marksheet & Passing Certificate (Original + Photocopy)
- ✔️ Domicile Certificate (Niwas Praman Patra) — issued by Tehsildar/BDO
- Parent's mobile number and email ID
- ✔️ Caste Certificate (if applicable — for reservation benefit)
The Labour Card must be active and Aadhaar-linked at the time of submission.
Atal Awasiya Vidyalaya Locations — All 18 Divisions
Schools are established at division headquarters across all 18 divisions of Uttar Pradesh: Agra, Aligarh, Allahabad (Prayagraj), Azamgarh, Bareilly, Basti, Chitrakoot (Banda), Devipatan (Gonda), Faizabad (Ayodhya), Gorakhpur, Jhansi, Kanpur, Lucknow (Model School), Meerut, Mirzapur, Moradabad, Saharanpur, and Varanasi.
For the exact school address in your division, visit upbocw.in or contact your District Labour Office (Zila Shram Karyalay).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is UP Atal Awasiya Vidyalaya Yojana?
It is a UP government scheme providing completely free residential education from Class 6 to 12 for children of registered construction workers (Labour Card holders). Schools are established across 18 divisions of Uttar Pradesh with CBSE-pattern English medium education, free hostel, meals, uniform, books, and coaching.
Who is eligible for Atal Awasiya Vidyalaya admission?
Children whose parent holds a valid UP Labour Card (registered under UP Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board), who have passed Class 5, are aged 10-12 years for Class 6 entry, and are permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh with a Niwas Praman Patra.
How to apply for Atal Awasiya Vidyalaya admission 2026?
Download the application form from upbocw.in or collect from your District Labour Office. Fill in student and parent details, attach required documents, and submit physically. Selection is through an entrance test covering Hindi, English, Math, and GK at Class 5 level.
Is everything free at Atal Awasiya Vidyalaya?
Yes — education, hostel, meals, uniform, shoes, bags, textbooks, coaching, and sports facilities are all 100% free. There are no registration fees, exam fees, or annual charges of any kind.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026 | Author: SK Jabedul Haque | Source: upbocw.in | Disclaimer: School locations and admission dates may vary district-wise. Always confirm from your District Labour Office or upbocw.in.