f you or someone in your family works in construction work — like masonry, carpentry, painting, plumbing, etc. — then this post is super important. There’s a government scheme that supports workers like you through something called BOCW Registration.
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Let’s break it down in a way that’s actually easy to understand — what BOCW is, how to register for it online in 2025, and what benefits you get.
👷♂️ First Things First – What is BOCW?
BOCW stands for Building and Other Construction Workers. It’s a welfare scheme by the Labour Welfare Board in each state, made specially for people working in construction-related jobs — whether skilled or unskilled.
Once you register, you get a Labour Card, and that opens doors to loads of welfare schemes like:
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Education scholarships for your kids
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Health care & insurance
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Maternity benefit
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Accident & death assistance
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Pension
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House building & marriage help
Pretty helpful, right?
✅ Who Can Register Under BOCW?
Here’s who’s eligible:
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Must be between 18 to 60 years old
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Worked in construction for at least 90 days in the past 1 year
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Must be a resident of the respective state
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Should not be a regular salaried worker (like a govt job)
Whether you’re a labourer, mason, electrician, plumber, scaffolder, painter, tile worker — you’re most likely eligible.
🖥️ How to Apply for BOCW Registration Online (2025)
The process is now available online in most states — like Maharashtra, Delhi, Odisha, Gujarat, etc.
Here’s the basic step-by-step:
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Visit your State BOCW Welfare Board website
(e.g., Maharashtra: mahabocw.in, Delhi: labour.delhi.gov.in) -
Click on “Worker Registration”
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Register using mobile number / Aadhaar number
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Fill in personal and work details
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Upload documents (see below)
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Submit and note down your application/reference number
Once approved, you’ll get your BOCW Labour Card (sometimes also called Mazdoor Card) either online or physically from the local office.
📋 Documents Required for BOCW Registration
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Aadhaar card
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Passport-size photo
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Proof of age (birth cert / 10th marksheet)
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Address proof (ration card / voter ID)
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Work certificate (or self-declaration of 90 days work)
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Bank passbook copy
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Mobile number (linked with Aadhaar)
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Nominee details
Try to keep all scans clear and within size limits — or visit a CSC center (Common Service Center) for help.
💰 Benefits You Get After BOCW Labour Card
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Education help – Up to ₹25,000 or more per child
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Marriage assistance – ₹50,000 to ₹1 lakh
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Maternity benefit – ₹6,000–₹20,000
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Accident help – ₹2 lakh (death) or ₹1 lakh (injury)
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Old age pension – After age 60
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Tools & training help – For upgrading skills
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Funeral assistance – ₹10,000
Note: Benefits may vary slightly depending on your state’s Labour Welfare Board rules.
How to Renew BOCW Labour Card
Most states give the labour card for 1 to 3 years, after which you need to renew it to continue receiving benefits. Renewal is usually done online using the same portal.
You’ll just need to submit updated work proof (last 90 days work), and a fresh income certificate if asked.
🧠 Pro Tips for Workers & Families
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Keep your mobile number active — you’ll get updates there
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Always renew your card on time
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If applying offline, go through your nearest CSC center or Labour Office
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You can apply for education scholarships for your kids through the same portal!
Final Thoughts
The BOCW Registration 2025 is more than just paperwork — it’s your access to dozens of schemes that can make a real difference in your and your family’s life.
If you’re doing construction work, don’t wait. Register today, and start claiming the benefits you deserve 💪