Skill Upgradation and Vocational Education Scheme: For Worker’s Childrens (P.B.O.C.W.W.B)

The “Skill Upgradation and Vocational Education Scheme: For Worker’s Childrens” by the BOCW Welfare Board, Department of Labour, Punjab, is a welfare scheme for the registered workers of the board. Under this scheme, the Board will provide full course fees, boarding and lodging assistance to the children of registered workers who acquire Skill from technical institutions such as ITIs/ Polytechnic colleges etc.

Benefits

• Full course fee coverage, including admission and coaching fees.
• Full financial support for hostel boarding and lodging.

Eligibility

For Registration as a Building/Construction Worker

• The applicant must be a resident of Punjab.
• The applicant must be a Building/Construction Worker (Unorganised Worker).
• The applicant must be between 18 and 60 years of age.
• The applicant must have worked in construction for at least 90 days in a given year.
• The applicant’s monthly income must be ₹15,000 or below.
• The applicant must not be a member of any other Welfare Fund under any law.
• The applicant must not be a member of EPF, NPS, or ESIC.
• The applicant must not be an income taxpayer.

For the Application of the Welfare Scheme

• The applicant must be a child of a registered construction worker under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Punjab.
• The applicant must be enrolled in a skill development or vocational training program at an approved institution such as ITI, Polytechnic, or similar technical training centers.

Application Process

Online Application (Via CSCs – Common Service Centers)

1. Visit a nearby Common Service Center (CSC).
2. Fill out the online application form on the official portal.
3. Upload the required documents as specified.
4. Submit the application and collect the acknowledgment receipt for future reference.

Offline Application

1. Visit the nearest Sewa Kendra or Registering Officer’s Office (Labour Inspector).
2. Fill out the application form and attach the required documents.
3. Submit the application to the concerned officer.
4. Upon verification, eligible candidates will receive sanctioned benefits.

Registration Process for Construction Workers

• Step 1: Approach a Sewa Kendra or Registering Officer/Labour Inspector.
• Step 2: Fill out Application Form No. 28 and pay a one-time registration fee of ₹25/-.
• Step 3: Contribute ₹10/- per month towards the Welfare Board.
• Step 4: Registration is valid for a minimum of 1 year and a maximum of 5 years.
• Step 5: Once registered, the worker becomes a ‘Beneficiary’ of the Board.

Important Links

• Check Registration Status: Workers can check their registration status by entering their Registration Number on the official website.
• Download Registration Card: Registered workers can download their Registration Card using their Registration Number.
• Check Scheme Application Status: Applicants can track their scheme application status online.
• CSC Locator: Find the nearest Common Service Center (CSC) for online applications.
• List of Sewa Kendras: View the complete list of Sewa Kendras in Punjab.

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: [email protected]

For BOCW Portal-Related Queries (Technical Support):
Phone: +91 172-2540125
Email: [email protected]
Office Visiting Hours: Monday to Friday (09:00 AM to 05:00 PM)

Documents Required

For Registration as a Building/Construction Worker

• Age proof (Self-declaration if unavailable).
• Residence proof.
• Aadhaar card (if available).
• Bank Account details (Bank branch, Account No., IFSC/RTGS code).
• Details of dependents.
• Employer’s Certificate 
• Nomination For.

For the Application of the Welfare Scheme

• Certificate from the Training Centre/Training Agency.
• Any other relevant documents (if required).

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q:1 To whom should the welfare scheme be applied?
  Only to the children of registered construction workers who are pursuing vocational training in ITIs, Polytechnics, or other technical schools.
• Q:2 How to apply for registration?
  Application has to be made to the nearest Sewa Kendra, Registering Officer, or Labour Inspector for completion of Form No. 28 with payment of fees.
• Q:3 Where to contact for registration?
  Contact the nearest Sewa Kendra, Registering Officers, or Labour Inspector.
• Q:4 Is there any particular form to register in offline mode?
  Yes, candidates have to submit Form No. 28 for registration as beneficiary.
• Q:5 Who are the relatives eligible for benefits?
  Spouse, children, and dependent parents.
• Q:6 Who can apply for this scheme?
  Children of registered construction workers studying in ITI, Polytechnic, or other vocational training institutions.
• Q:7 What type of financial assistance is offered under this scheme?
  The scheme provides full course fees, hostel, boarding, and lodging charges for vocational education courses.
• Q:8 What application form is needed to apply for this scheme?
  Applicants must complete Form No. 28 along with supporting vocational training certificates.
• Q:9 To whom should I approach to submit applications for the benefits of a welfare scheme?
  Nearest Sewa Kendra, Registering Officers, or Labour Inspector.