Grant for Purchase of Tools (BBOCWWB)
About Grant for Purchase of Tools (BBOCWWB)
The "Grant for Purchase of Tools" scheme is implemented by the Bihar Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (BBOCWWB), Labour Resources Department, Government of Bihar. Under this scheme, registered construction workers who have completed skill upgradation training are provided financial assistance of upto ₹15,000/- for purchasing trade-related tools.
Benefits
Under this scheme, financial assistance of upto ₹15,000/- is provided to registered construction workers for purchasing trade-related tools upon completing skill upgradation training.
Who is Eligible
- The worker should be engaged in building or construction work.
- The worker should be registered with the Bihar Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- The worker's membership with the Welfare Board should be active at the time of application.
- Only registered workers who have completed any skill upgradation training are eligible to avail benefits under the scheme.
How to Apply
Online
Registration of a Construction Worker under BBOCWWB:
Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the Bihar Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
Step 2: On the homepage, click on "Labour Registration".
Step 3: Enter your Aadhar card number and name, then click "Authenticate".
Step 4: A dashboard will appear. Enter all required details, ensuring that all fields marked with an asterisk (*) are filled in correctly.
Step 5: Click on "Submit" and proceed to pay the application fee online.
Step 6: You will receive your construction worker registration number upon successful registration.
Apply for Scheme Benefits:
Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the Bihar Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
Step 2: Click on "Login" and select "Labour".
Step 3: Enter your registration number & year of Birth, click "Show" to view your details.
Step 4: Select the scheme you wish to apply for to avail the benefits.
Step 5: Enter all required information and upload the necessary documents.
Step 6: Click on "Submit Application" to complete the process.
Application Tracking:
Applicant can track their application status online through the official website of the Bihar Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. Relevant updates will be sent to the registered mobile number.
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the concerned Labour Office and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to concerned Labour Office.
Documents Required
- Identity proof worker i.e. Aadhaar Card
- Passport-size photograph
- Skill-upgradation training certificate
- Proof of residence
- Ration card
- Bank account details/copy of bank passbook
- Caste Certificate (If applicable)
- Undertaking/declaration
- Any other documents as required
Who Is Not Eligible
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the financial assistance provided under the scheme?
The scheme provides ₹15,000 to purchase trade-related tools.
- Which workers are eligible for the scheme?
Workers involved in various construction tasks, including masons, carpenters, electricians, plumbers, and unskilled laborers, are eligible if they are registered with BBOCWWB and have completed skill upgradation training.
- Is skill upgradation training mandatory to receive benefits under the scheme?
Yes, workers must complete skill upgradation training to receive the ₹15,000 financial assistance.
- Which unorganized workers are covered under the scheme?
The scheme covers various construction workers, including masons, carpenters, painters, plumbers, electricians, concrete mixers, and others involved in building, road, and dam construction.
- Are MNREGA workers eligible for this scheme?
Yes, MNREGA workers involved in construction (excluding horticulture and forestry) are eligible.
- How can a construction worker register with the BBOCWWB?
Workers can register online through the official website of BBOCWWB at Registration Link. https://bocwscheme.bihar.gov.in/home
- How can one apply for benefits under the scheme?
To apply, visit the official BBOCWWB website at Scheme Application Link. https://bocwscheme.bihar.gov.in/worker_login
- Can unskilled workers apply for the scheme?
Yes, unskilled construction workers, including helpers and laborers involved in construction, can apply after completing skill upgradation training.
- Is the scheme applicable to workers employed in factories?
No, workers covered under the Factory Act, 1948, and Mines Act, 1952 are not eligible for this scheme.
- How can I track my application status?
Application status can be tracked online at Application Status Tracking Link.
- Can registered workers apply multiple times for the scheme?
No, each worker can avail the scheme's benefits only once. https://bocwscheme.bihar.gov.in/home
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