About this housing scheme
The "Construction Workers Night Shelter Scheme" by the Labour Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh provides for the construction of night shelters in urban areas and large Gram Panchayats. These shelters are intended for construction workers and their dependent family members.
The "Construction Workers Night Shelter Scheme" by the Labour Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh provides for the construction of night shelters in urban areas and large Gram Panchayats. These shelters are intended for construction workers and their dependent family members who temporarily relocate from other places for work.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Construction Workers Night Shelter Scheme (MPBOCWWB) (CWNSS) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Labour Department |
| Benefit type | In kind (goods, services or support, not cash) |
| Category | Housing |
| Level / State | State · Madhya Pradesh |
| Official portal | labour.mp.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Family |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline / Online |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 18 to 60 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 60 years
- 🏘️Urban
- 📝Offline / Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Night shelters for construction workers and their families.
Who qualifies
For Registration
- The applicant should be a resident of Madhya Pradesh.
- The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker.
- The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years.
- The applicant should have engaged in any building or other construction work for at least 90 days during the preceding 12 months.
- The registration of the applicant should be renewed annually.
For Application
- The applicant should be a Construction worker.
- The Construction worker and their family members should possess valid identity cards.
- The Construction worker and their family members should have temporarily relocated from other places for work.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Commissioner Municipal Corporation / Chief Municipal Officer Nagar palika / Nagar Panchayat and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned authority.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the authority.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
NOTE: Ensure that the application is submitted within the prescribed period, if any.
Online
Registration
Step 1: Go to the Shram Seva Portal (MPBOCWWB) official website.
Step 2: On the homepage, find and click on "Registration of Construction Worker."
Step 3: Select the option "Apply online for registration as a beneficiary."
Step 4: Enter your Composite Member ID and Samagra Family ID, then click Get Details.
Step 5: Your family or beneficiary details will be displayed on the screen.
Step 8: Complete the form by entering all required details (marked with *).
Step 9: Upload all necessary documents, such as ID proof and other relevant certificates.
Step 10: After completing the form and uploading the documents, click Submit and pay the application fee online.
Step 11: You will receive a registration number after successful payment and submission.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the night shelter under this scheme?
Construction workers and their family members holding valid identity cards.
Where will the night shelters be built?
Night shelters will be built in urban bodies and large Gram Panchayats where construction workers temporarily stay for work.
How is the site for night shelters selected?
A district-level committee, including various local officials, selects the site and determines the shelter's capacity.
What costs are covered by the scheme for the night shelter?
Costs for building construction, decoration, furniture, bedding, lockers, and other essentials.
How is the funding for night shelters provided?
The Board provides the amount in two installments as a non-recurring expenditure grant, based on the recommendations of the committee.
What is the funding limit for major cities?
Rs. 25 lakh for four metro cities: Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, and Jabalpur.
What is the funding limit for other Municipal Corporations?
Rs. 2 million for other Municipal Corporations.
What is the funding limit for Municipalities?
Rs. 1.5 million for Municipalities.
How much funding is provided for Nagar Panchayats?
Rs. 10 lakh for Nagar Panchayats.
What is the funding limit for Gram Panchayats?
Rs. 10 lakh for Gram Panchayats, with conditions based on population and construction activity.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines labour.mp.gov.in
- Labour Registration labour.mp.gov.in
tsmpb.in is not affiliated with any government department. Apply only on the official portal and never pay anyone for an application.
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