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Building and other construction workers welfare (state BOCW boards)

Building and other construction workers welfare (state BOCW boards) is a central government scheme. Registered construction workers get state board benefits such as help for children’s education, marriage, maternity, tools, medical costs, pension and accident cover. Who qualifies: Construction workers aged 18 to 60 who worked at least 90 days in the last year. Applying is free on labour.gov.in.

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You getSee benefit below
WhereAll India (central government)
Run byState building and other construction workers welfare boards (central BOCW Act)
Last checked30 October 2026

What do you get under Construction worker card?

Registered construction workers get state board benefits such as help for children’s education, marriage, maternity, tools, medical costs, pension and accident cover. Amounts vary by state.

Who is eligible for Construction worker card?

  • Construction workers aged 18 to 60 who worked at least 90 days in the last year.

Also check:

  • You must have done construction work for 90 days in the past 12 months.

Documents needed for Construction worker card

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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.

How to apply for Construction worker card

  1. Register with your state construction workers welfare board (labour department office or its portal) and renew the card on time.

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Common questions

Who is eligible for Construction worker card?

Construction workers aged 18 to 60 who worked at least 90 days in the last year.

How much do I get under Construction worker card?

Registered construction workers get state board benefits such as help for children’s education, marriage, maternity, tools, medical costs, pension and accident cover. Amounts vary by state.

What documents do I need for Construction worker card?

Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Passport-size photo; Self-declaration in the prescribed form.

How do I apply for Construction worker card?

Register with your state construction workers welfare board (labour department office or its portal) and renew the card on time. Official site: https://labour.gov.in/

Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Construction worker card?

No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.

Official sources

Last checked 30 October 2026; next review by 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.

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