Skill Upgradation and Vocational Education Scheme: For Worker (P.B.O.C.W.W.B)
Skill Upgradation and Vocational Education Scheme for Workers (P.B.O.C.W.W.B)
The Skill Upgradation and Vocational Education Scheme for Workers, initiated by the BOCW Welfare Board under the Department of Labour in Punjab, aims to empower registered workers by offering them financial support for skill development. This initiative provides complete course fees along with boarding and lodging assistance for those pursuing vocational training in recognized technical institutions.
Overview of the Scheme
Launched to support the workforce in Punjab, the Skill Upgradation and Vocational Education Scheme for Workers ensures that registered laborers can enhance their skills through accredited technical institutions such as Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and polytechnic colleges. By covering the full cost of courses, this scheme facilitates access to quality education and training for the unorganized sector, thereby promoting skill enhancement and employability.
Benefits of the Scheme
- Financial Assistance:
- Complete coverage of course fees for admissions and coaching.
- Full funding for hostel boarding and lodging expenses.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for registration as a Building/Construction Worker, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- The applicant must be a resident of Punjab.
- The individual should be identified as a Building/Construction Worker (Unorganized Worker).
- Age must be between 18 and 60 years.
- Must have been engaged in building and construction activities for a minimum of 90 days within the last year.
- The monthly income should not exceed ₹15,000.
- The applicant must not be a member of any other Welfare Fund established under current laws.
- Must not hold membership in the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF), National Pension System (NPS), or Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC).
- The applicant must not be a taxpayer.
For applying to the Welfare Scheme, the following criteria must be fulfilled:
- The applicant should be a registered construction worker with the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Punjab.
- Must have completed skill training from recognized technical institutions such as ITIs or polytechnic colleges.
Application Process
Online Application via Common Service Center (CSC)
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Registration as a Building/Construction Worker:
New workers should visit their local Sewa Kendra or contact the Registering Officers/Labour Inspectors for registration.
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Welfare Scheme Application Procedure:
To apply for the welfare benefits, individuals should approach the nearest Sewa Kendra or Registering Officers/Labour Inspectors in their vicinity.
Important Note on Registration
To become a member of the board, a construction worker must complete Application Form No 28, accompanied by a one-time registration fee of ₹25 and a monthly contribution of ₹10. Registration can be done for a minimum of one year and a maximum of five years. Once registered, the worker is referred to as a ‘Beneficiary’ of the Board.
Key Links for Beneficiaries
- Check Your Registration Application Status
- Download Registration Card
- Check Your Scheme Application Status
- Find Nearest Common Service Center (CSC)
- View List of Sewa Kendra
Helpdesk Information
For any inquiries, contact:
Punjab Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board
Address: Labour Bhawan Model Welfare Centre, Phase 10, Sector 64, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab, 160062
Phone: +91 172-2540125
Email: bocwhq@gmail.com
Technical Support for BOCW Portal:
Phone: +91 172-2540125
Email: bocwhq@gmail.com
Office Hours: Monday to Friday (09:00 AM to 05:00 PM)
Offline Application Process
Registration as a Building/Construction Worker:
- Step 1: Download Form No-28 and gather all necessary documents (self-attested if required).
- Step 2: Submit the application to the Labour Inspector in your locality.
Welfare Scheme Application Process:
- Step 1: Download Form No-44 and compile all required documents (self-attested if necessary).
- Step 2: Submit the application to the Labour Inspectors in your area.
This initiative is designed to uplift the skill set and financial stability of construction workers in Punjab, ensuring they have access to quality training and education to improve their livelihoods.
Benefits
Financial Assistance:
Full course fee for admission fee/ coaching fee.
Full course fee for hostel boarding/ lodging.
Application Process
Apply Online - via CSC
Registration Process as a Building/ Construction Worker:
For new registration of workers please approach the nearby Sewa Kendra or Registering officers/ Labour Inspector.
Application Process of the Welfare Scheme:
To apply for benefits of the concerned welfare scheme, please approach to nearby Sewa Kendra or Registering Officers/ Labour Inspector of your area.
Note:
Registration with the Board: A construction worker becomes a member of the board by filling out Application Form No 28 along with depositing registration fees of ₹ 25/- only (once in life) and ₹ 10/- per month as contribution fees. A worker at a time can get himself registered for a minimum period of 1 year & maximum period of 5 years. The registered worker is called 'Beneficiary' of the Board.
Important Links:
Check Your Registration Application Status: Registered workers can check their registration application status through visiting this link
upon entering their Registration Number.
Download Registration Card: Registered workers can download their registration Registration Card through visiting this link
upon entering their Registration Number.
Check your Scheme Application Status: Registered workers can check their scheme application status through visiting this link
upon entering their Registration Number.
CSC Locator: Visit this link
to search nearest Common Service Center (CSC) of your area.
List of Sewa Kendra: Visit this link
to see the list of Sewa Kendra.
Helpdesk:
Punjab Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board
Address: Labour Bhawan Model Welfare Centre Phase 10, Sector 64, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab, 160062
Phone : +91 172-2540125
Email : bocwhq@gmail.com
For Bocw Portal Related Queries (Technical Support):-
Phone : +91 172-2540125
Email : bocwhq@gmail.com
Office Visiting Hours : Monday to Friday
(09:00 AM to 05:00 PM)
Apply Offline
Registration Process as a Building/ Construction Worker:
Step 1: To register as a beneficiary under the BOCW Welfare Board, an applicant worker should download Form No-28
and attach all the mandatory documents (self attested, if required).
Step 2: Application shall be submitted to the Labour Inspector of your area.
Application Process of the Welfare Scheme:
Step 1: A registered worker should download Form No-44
and attach all the mandatory documents (self attested, if required).
Step 2: Application shall be submitted to the Labour Inspectors of your area.
Note:
Registration with the Board: A construction worker becomes a member of the board by filling out Application Form No 28 along with depositing registration fees of ₹ 25/- only (once in life) and ₹ 10/- per month as contribution fees. A worker at a time can get himself registered for a minimum period of 1 year & maximum period of 5 years. The registered worker is called 'Beneficiary' of the Board.
Important Links:
Check Your Registration Application Status: Registered workers can check their registration application status through visiting this link
upon entering their Registration Number.
Download Registration Card: Registered workers can download their registration Registration Card through visiting this link
upon entering their Registration Number.
Check your Scheme Application Status: Registered workers can check their scheme application status through visiting this link
upon entering their Registration Number.
CSC Locator: Visit this link
to search nearest Common Service Center (CSC) of your area.
List of Sewa Kendra: Visit this link
to see the list of Sewa Kendra.
Helpdesk:
Punjab Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board
Address: Labour Bhawan Model Welfare Centre Phase 10, Sector 64, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab, 160062
Phone : +91 172-2540125
Email : bocwhq@gmail.com
For Bocw Portal Related Queries (Technical Support):-
Phone : +91 172-2540
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Skill Upgradation and Vocational Education Scheme: For Worker (P.B.O.C.W.W.B) |
| Short Title | SUVESFWPBOCWWB |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Categories | Education & Learning |
| States | Punjab |
| Gender | All |
| Age Range | 90 — Any years |
| Area | Urban |
| Income Limit | ₹15,000/year |
| Source | myScheme.gov.in ↗ |