About this social welfare scheme
The "Marriage Assistance'' by the BOCW Welfare Board, Department of Labour, Karnataka, is a welfare scheme that provides financial support to registered construction workers for the marriage expenses of their own or their two (2) dependent children's marriages.
The "Maternity Benefit/Delivery Assistance'' by the BOCW Welfare Board, Department of Labour, Karnataka, is a welfare scheme for the registered workers of the board. Under this Scheme, financial support shall be provided to registered construction workers who have one (1) year of membership with the Board before the marriage, to cover expenses for either their own marriage or their two (2) dependent children's marriages.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Marriage Assistance (K.B.O.C.W.W.B) (MAKBOCWWB) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Labour Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Karnataka |
| Official portal | kbocwwb.karnataka.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Family |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| 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
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Financial Assistance: Rs. 60,000/- for the worker's own marriage or their two (2) dependent children's marriages.
Note: The family of a registered construction worker can avail this assistance only twice, However, there shall be only one claim in respect of a given marriage irrespective of the number of registered construction workers in the family.
Who qualifies
For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:
- The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker (Unorganised Worker).
- The applicant should be a minimum of 18 years of age.
- The applicant should have engaged in building and construction work for at least 90 days in a given year.
For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:
- The applicant should be a registered construction worker Under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Karnataka or a dependent child of the worker.
- The membership with the Board should be at least one (1) year before the marriage.
- The family can avail of this assistance only twice.
- The son or daughter must be of legal age for marriage.
Who is not eligible
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For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:
For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:
For the Renewal Process:
Registration walkthrough
Online
Registration Process as a Building/ Construction Worker:
Step 1: Visit the official Website of Karnataka Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (KBOCWWB) and click on “Register”.
Step 2: Select “Register as New Construction Worker” then enter your mobile number as per the Aadhaar Registered and verify with the received OTP.
Step 3: From the dashboard, click on “Registration”.
Step 4: Fill in all the mandatory details and upload the required documents. Click on “Final Submit” to complete the registration process.
Application Process of the Welfare Scheme:
Step 1: Visit the official Website of Karnataka Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (KBOCWWB) and click on “Login”.
Step 2: Enter your registered mobile number and the received OTP.
Step 3: From the dashboard, click on “Schemes” (After the user Registration is approved, the user can access the schemes page).
Step 4: Select the concerned scheme. Fill in all the mandatory details and upload the required documents.
Step 5: Review the details and check the declaration box. Now click on “Submit” to complete the application process.
Renewal Process:
Step 1: Visit the official Website of Karnataka Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (KBOCWWB) and click on “Login”.
Step 2: Enter your registered mobile number and the received OTP.
Step 3: From the dashboard, click on “Renewal”. Fill in mandatory details and upload the required documents.
Step 4: Review the details and click on “Submit” to complete the renewal process.
Note:
- Renewal: Every construction worker must renew their registration with the Karnataka Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board every 3 years. If not renewed within this period, a 1-year grace period is granted. After that, the registration becomes invalid.
- Timeline: Application for this benefit should be submitted within 6 months of the marriage.
Helpdesk:
Karnataka Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board,
Address: Karmika Bhavan, Dairy Circle, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore-29.
Office No: 080-29753078
E-mail: labour.commissioner42@gmail.com
Frequently asked questions
Who can register as a beneficiary under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Karnataka?
Any construction worker whose age is minimum 18 years of age and has worked in any construction work for a minimum of 90 days in a year, are eligible to register as a beneficiary under the Board.
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.
What are the mandatory documents for the registration?
The documents required for registration are: Employment Certificate (Form V(A)/V(B)/V(C)/V(D)), Aadhar Card (Self-Attested), Ration Card(non-mandatory), Age Proof (one of them Example: Voter ID Card, Aadhar Card).
How often must a construction worker renew their registration with the Karnataka Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board?
A construction worker must renew their registration every 3 years.
What happens if a worker doesn't renew their registration within the 3-year period?
If a worker doesn't renew their registration within the 3-year period, they are granted a 1-year grace period to complete the renewal.
What happens if a worker doesn't renew their registration during the grace period?
If the worker fails to renew their registration during the 1-year grace period, their registration will become invalid.
Is there any application fee required for the registration under the Karnataka Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board?
No, as per the guidelines, there is no fee required for the registration.
How to enroll as a beneficiary under the Karnataka Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board?
Applicants can visit the official Website of Karnataka Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (KBOCWWB) to enroll themselves as a beneficiary under the board: https://kbocwwb.karnataka.gov.in/login
Who is eligible for the “Marriage Assistance” scheme?
To be eligible, the applicant must be a registered construction worker under Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Karnataka with at least one (1) year before the marriage for which assistance is sought. Dependent children of the worker are also eligible for this assistance.
How much financial assistance is provided under the Marriage Assistance scheme?
Under this scheme, Rs. 60,000/- is provided to help with marriage expenses.
Can the assistance be used for multiple marriages?
The assistance can be claimed only once per marriage. A family can avail of this support twice in total.
What is the minimum registration period required to apply for assistance?
The worker must be registered for at least one year before applying for assistance.
Are there any age restrictions for children's marriage?
Yes, the son or daughter must have reached the legal age for marriage i.e. 18 years for women and 21 years for men.
How to apply for the assistance under this scheme?
Applicants should visit the official Website of Karnataka Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (JKBOCWWB) to avail the assistance under this scheme: https://kbocwwb.karnataka.gov.in/login
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines kbocwwb.karnataka.gov.in
- Guidelines (For Registration) karbwwb.karnataka.gov.in
- User Manual kbocwwb.karnataka.gov.in (PDF)
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