About this education scheme
The “Financial Assistance for the Education of Children of the Beneficiary” scheme by the BOCW Welfare Board, Labour Department, Odisha, is a welfare scheme that provides financial assistance for education to the children of the registered member of the board for a period of one year or more.
The “Financial Assistance for the Education of Children of the Beneficiary” scheme by the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Department, Odisha, is a welfare scheme for the registered workers of the board. Under this scheme, the Board shall provide financial assistance for education to the children of the registered member of the board for a period of one year or more. This assistance shall be entitled up to two children. In case both the spouses are registered beneficiaries, either of them will be eligible to get the benefit of educational assistance.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Financial Assistance for the Education of Children of the Beneficiary (O.B.O.C.W.W.B) (FAECBOBOCWWB) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Labour and Employees State Insurance Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | State · Odisha |
| Official portal | nirmanshramik.odisha.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online / Offline |
| 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
- 💼Construction Worker
- 📝Online / Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
| Class/ Level | Amount (Per Annum) |
| For class - 6th and 7th (Girl child) | Rs. 2,000/- |
| For class - 8th (Children) | Rs. 2,000/- |
| For class - 9th (Children) | Rs. 3,000/- |
| For class - 10th (Children) | Rs. 4,000/- |
| Onetime Cash award to the children of registered beneficiaries securing 90% or above in Class- 1Oth | Rs. 10,000/- |
| For B. Ed., CT, Nursing Training and other Technical Education | Rs. 40,000/- |
Who qualifies
For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:
- The applicant should be a resident of Odisha.
- The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker.
- The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years.
- The applicant should have engaged in building and construction work for at least 90 days in a given year.
- The applicant should not be a member of any other Welfare Fund established under any law.
For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:
- The applicant should be a registered member of the Odisha Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- The member should be registered for a period of one year or more under the board.
- The children should be studying in class VI and above.
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For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:
For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:
Registration walkthrough
Online
Registration Process as a Building/ Construction Worker:
Step 1: Visit the official website of the Odisha BOCWW Board.
Step 2: Click on “One Time Registration” on the top right side of the page.
Step 3: Click on the Declaration box and then on the “Proceed” button.
Step 4: In the next window fill in all the required details carefully and click on “Proceed”.
Step 5: Enter the received OTP and click on “Submit”.
Step 6: Your account will be successfully created and a Username will be displayed (Keep the Username for future references).
Application Process of the Welfare Scheme:
Step 1: Visit the Applicant Login page of the Odisha BOCWW Board.
Step 2: Enter your Username, OTP and fill in the captcha then click on “Sign In”.
Step 3: In the next window, fill in your General Details, Address Details, Family & Nominee Details, Details of the establishment(s) where the applicant worked during the last one year, Bank Details etc. and then click on “Submit”.
Step 4: Now in the Menu bar section, click on “Benefit”. From the list select the concerned benefit you want to apply.
Step 5: Fill in all the mandatory details carefully and click on “Submit” to complete the application process.
Check Your Application Status: Registered workers can check their application status through visiting this link upon entering their Application Tracking Number.
Pay Annual Contribution: Registered workers can pay the Annual Contribution through visiting this link upon entering their Registration Number.
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-XXVII and attach all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
Step 2: Application shall be submitted to the District Labour Officers (D.L.O)/ Asst. Labour Officers/ Rural Labour Inspectors of your area.
Application Process of the Welfare Scheme:
Step 1: A registered worker should download Form-XLII and attach all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
Step 2: Application shall be submitted to the District Labour Officers (D.L.O)/ Asst. Labour Officers/ Rural Labour Inspectors of your area.
Terms used in this scheme
- Building or other construction work
"Building or other construction work” means the construction, alteration, repairs, maintenance or demolition, of or, in relation to, buildings, streets, roads, railways, tramways, airfields, irrigation, drainage, embankment and navigation works, flood control works( including storm water drainage works), generation, transmission and distribution of power, water works (including channels for distribution of water),oil and gas installations, electric lines, wireless, radio, television, telephone, telegraph and overseas communications, dams, canals, reservoirs, watercourses, tunnels, bridges, viaducts, aqueducts, pipelines, towers, cooling towers, transmission towers and such other work as may be specified in this behalf by the appropriate Government, by notification but does not include any building or other construction work to which the provisions of the Factories Act, 1948 (63 of 1948), or the Mines Act, 1952 (35 of 1952), apply;
In addition to the above, the Govt. of Odisha vide Notification dated.28.07.2014 also specified the following categories of works as building and other construction works.
• Minor Port.
• Cutting, breaking and crushing of stone.
• Cutting and polishing of slabs or tiles.
• Woodwork including painting and varnishing.
• Sewerage and plumbing work.
• Electrical works including wiring, distribution and panel fixing.
• Installation and repair of fire fighting systems.
• Installation and repair of cooling and heating system.
• Installation of lifts and escalators.
• Installation of security gates.
• Fabrication and installation of iron or metal grills, windows and doors.
• Construction of water harvesting structures.
• Interior work including carpeting, false ceiling, lighting and plaster of paris.
• Cutting, glazing and installation of glass panels.
• Making of Bricks and roofing tiles not covered under the Factories Act, 1948.
• Installation of energy efficient equipment like solar panels.
• Installation of modular units for use in places such as kitchens.
• Making and installation of pre-fabricated concrete modules.
• Construction of sports or recreation facilities including swimming pools and golf courses.
• Construction or erection of signage, road furniture, bus shelters or depots or stands and signalling systems.
• Construction of rotaries and installation of fountains.
• Construction of public parks, walking tracks and landscaping."
- Building worker
"Building worker” means a person who is employed to do any skilled, semi-skilled or unskilled, manual, supervisory, technical or clerical work for hire or reward, whether the terms of employment be expressed or implied, in connection with any building or other construction work but does not include any such person,
i. who is employed mainly in a managerial or administrative capacity.
ii. who, being employed in a supervisory capacity, draws wages exceeding one thousand six hundred rupees per mensem of exercises, either by the nature of the duties attached to the officer or by reason of the powers vested in him, functions mainly of a managerial nature."
Frequently asked questions
What is the age requirement for registration as a beneficiary under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Odisha?
The building worker must be at least 18 years old and not older than 60 years old.
Is there a minimum service requirement to register as a beneficiary?
Yes, the building worker must have completed 90 days of service as a building worker in the preceding 12 months.
Who can apply for the welfare scheme?
Any registered worker of the Board can apply for the welfare scheme.
Who is responsible for registering a worker as a beneficiary?
The District Labour Officers (D.L.O)/ Asst. Labour Officers/ Rural Labour Inspectors are acting as Registering Officers for the registration of beneficiaries under the Board.
Who is eligible for registration as a beneficiary of the BOCW Welfare Board?
Every building worker who is between the age of 18-60 years and who has been engaged in any building or other construction work for not less than 90 days during the preceding one year is eligible for registration as a beneficiary of the BOCW Welfare Board of Odisha.
Can Odia migrant workmen be registered as beneficiaries under the Odisha Building & Other Construction Workers’ Welfare Board?
Yes, Odia migrant workmen engaged in building and other construction works in other states can be registered as beneficiaries under the Odisha Building & Other Construction Workers’ Welfare Board.
What is the procedure for applying for the registration?
To register as a beneficiary under the BOCW Welfare Board, an applicant worker should download Form-XXVII and attach all the mandatory documents (self attested, if required) and a fee of Rs. 20/- to the District Labour Officers (D.L.O)/ Asst. Labour Officers/ Rural Labour Inspectors of your area.
Alternatively, registration can also be done through the official website of the Odisha BOCWW Board: https://nirmanshramik.odisha.gov.in/obocwwb/public/cwLogin .
Is there a specific form for the registration through offline mode as a beneficiary under the BOCW Welfare Board?
Yes, the application for registration must be made in Form-XXVII. You can obtain this form from the District Labour Officers (D.L.O)/ Asst. Labour Officers/ Rural Labour Inspectors in your area.
How much is the fee associated with the registration process?
The registration fee is Rs. 20/- which is payable during the registration.
What happens after I pay the application fee?
After you pay the application fee of Rs. 20/-, your application will be reviewed by the registering officer. The decision to approve or reject your application will be based on the merits of your application.
Who decides whether my application will be approved or rejected?
The registering officer is responsible for deciding whether your application will be approved or rejected based on its merits.
Can my application be rejected even if I have paid the application fee?
Yes, your application can be rejected even if you have paid the application fee. The final decision is made by the registering officer based on the merits of your application.
How much is the fee associated with the renewal of the registration?
The renewal fee is Rs. 50/- which is payable during the renewal process of the registration.
What criteria must an applicant meet to be considered for this benefit?
Registered workers of the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Department, Odisha, are eligible to apply for this scheme for their children's education.
How many children of a member can benefit from this scheme?
The scheme entitles financial assistance for the education of up to two children per registered member.
If both parents are registered beneficiaries, can both apply for educational assistance?
No, if both spouses are registered beneficiaries, only one of them is eligible to receive the benefit of educational assistance for their children.
What form needs to be used to apply for this welfare scheme?
The application must be made in the prescribed Form-XLII. The form can be downloaded from https://bocboard.labdirodisha.gov.in/Building/homecontent/BeneficiaryForms/EDUCATION%20FORM.pdf or can be collected from the District Labour Officers (D.L.O)/ Asst. Labour Officers/ Rural Labour Inspectors of your area.
Where do I submit the application for this welfare scheme?
Application can be submitted online on: https://nirmanshramik.odisha.gov.in/obocwwb/public/cwLogin . Alternatively , the offline application for this welfare scheme should be submitted to the District Labour Officers (D.L.O)/ Asst. Labour Officers/ Rural Labour Inspectors in your area.
What happens if the application is rejected?
In case of rejection, the applicants would be intimated about such rejection, with due intimation to the Board.
What are the consequences of submitting fraudulent documents for assistance?
In case of receipt of assistance on the basis of fraudulent documents, the amount released towards any assistance would be recovered from the applicant under the provisions of the OPDR Act, and his/ her membership would be ceased.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines labdirodisha.gov.in
- Guidelines bocboard.labdirodisha.gov.in (PDF)
- Guidelines nirmanshramik.odisha.gov.in
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