What do you get under Punjab labour card (BOCW)?
Registration as a construction worker, which opens the board’s schemes: ₹31,000 Shagun for a daughter’s marriage, ₹51,000 Balri birth gift FD for a girl, ₹21,000 maternity help, stipend of ₹3,000 to ₹70,000 a year for children, ₹2,000 monthly pension after 60, and more.
Amounts are as printed on the board’s scheme page, parts of which are several years old. Confirm the current amount at the Sewa Kendra or labour office before applying.
Who is eligible for Punjab labour card (BOCW)?
- Construction workers in Punjab aged 18 to 60.
- At least 90 days of building or other construction work in the last 12 months.
- Registration fee ₹25 (once) and ₹10 a month contribution; register for 1 to 5 years at a time.
Also check:
- Some schemes need a minimum period of membership, for example one year for the free cycle and three years (with age 60) for the pension.
- Keep your registration renewed; benefits need an active membership.
Documents needed for Punjab labour card (BOCW)
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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.
How to apply for Punjab labour card (BOCW)
- Register online on the board’s portal (bocw.punjab.gov.in) or at the nearest Sewa Kendra, or contact the Assistant Labour Commissioner, Labour-cum-Conciliation Officer or Labour Inspector of your area.
- After registration, apply for a specific scheme (Shagun, stipend, maternity and others) through the Sewa Kendra or the portal.
How to check Punjab labour card (BOCW) status
- Use the application status page on bocw.punjab.gov.in with your registration or application number.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for Punjab labour card (BOCW)?
Construction workers in Punjab aged 18 to 60. At least 90 days of building or other construction work in the last 12 months. Registration fee ₹25 (once) and ₹10 a month contribution; register for 1 to 5 years at a time.
How much do I get under Punjab labour card (BOCW)?
Registration as a construction worker, which opens the board’s schemes: ₹31,000 Shagun for a daughter’s marriage, ₹51,000 Balri birth gift FD for a girl, ₹21,000 maternity help, stipend of ₹3,000 to ₹70,000 a year for children, ₹2,000 monthly pension after 60, and more. Amounts are as printed on the board’s scheme page, parts of which are several years old. Confirm the current amount at the Sewa Kendra or labour office before applying.
What documents do I need for Punjab labour card (BOCW)?
Construction worker registration card (BOCW board); Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Passport-size photo; Age proof (birth certificate, school certificate or similar); Mobile number for OTP.
How do I apply for Punjab labour card (BOCW)?
Register online on the board’s portal (bocw.punjab.gov.in) or at the nearest Sewa Kendra, or contact the Assistant Labour Commissioner, Labour-cum-Conciliation Officer or Labour Inspector of your area. After registration, apply for a specific scheme (Shagun, stipend, maternity and others) through the Sewa Kendra or the portal. Official site: https://bocw.punjab.gov.in/bapp/worker/register
How do I check Punjab labour card (BOCW) status?
Use the application status page on bocw.punjab.gov.in with your registration or application number.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Punjab labour card (BOCW)?
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.
How much is the Shagun for a construction worker’s daughter in Punjab?
₹31,000 on the marriage of each daughter, for up to two daughters.
What is the Balri birth gift scheme?
A ₹51,000 fixed deposit on the birth of a girl (up to two girls), encashed at the time of her marriage.
What is the fee to register?
₹25 once, plus ₹10 a month as contribution.
Official sources
- Punjab Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board: welfare schemes
- Punjab Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board: home (registration rules)
Last checked 1 November 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.