About this social welfare scheme
The "Shagun Scheme'' by the BOCW Welfare Board, Department of Labour, Punjab, is a welfare scheme that provides financial support for the marriage of up to two daughters of registered workmen, including daughters who are registered beneficiaries.
The "Shagun Scheme'' by the BOCW Welfare Board, Department of Labour, Punjab, is a welfare scheme for the registered workers of the board. Under this scheme, the Board shall provide financial assistance for the marriage of up to two daughters of registered workmen, including daughters who are registered beneficiaries. It's applicable only once per daughter, excluding second marriages. If the girl is herself registered member, she can also avail Shagun for her own marriage under this scheme
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Shagun Scheme (P.B.O.C.W.W.B) (SSPBOCWWB) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Department of Labour |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Punjab |
| Official portal | bocw.punjab.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Family |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online - via CSC / 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
- 💍Never Married
- 📝Online - via CSC / Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Financial Assistance: Rs. 31,000/- on the marriage of each daughter.
Note:
- The assistance shall be applicable only once on the occasion of the marriage of two daughters (upto two daughters marriage).
- It shall not be applicable in the case of a second marriage.
Who qualifies
For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:
- The applicant should be a resident of Punjab.
- The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker (Unorganised 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 have a monthly income of Rs. 15,000/- or below.
- The applicant should not be a member of any other Welfare Fund established under any law.
- The applicant should not have membership of the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF)/ National Pension System (NPS)/ Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC).
- The applicant should not be an income tax payer.
For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:
- The applicant should be a registered member/female member (for self-marriage) of the Punjab Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board or an unmarried daughter of the member.
- It should be the first marriage of the daughter/ self.
- The scheme applies only to the marriage of up to two daughters.
- The applicant must submit an application within 3 months after the marriage date.
Who is not eligible
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For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:
For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:
Registration walkthrough
Online - via CSC
Registration Process as a Building/ Construction Worker:
- For new registration of workers please approach the nearby Sewa Kendra or Registering officers/ Labour Inspector.
Application Process of the Welfare Scheme:
- To apply for benefits of the concerned welfare scheme, please approach to nearby Sewa Kendra or Registering Officers/ Labour Inspector of your area.
Note:
- Registration with the Board: A construction worker becomes a member of the board by filling out Application Form No 28 along with depositing registration fees of Rs. 25/- only (once in life) and Rs. 10/- per month as contribution fees. A worker at a time can get himself registered for a minimum period of 1 year & maximum period of 5 years. The registered worker is called 'Beneficiary' of the Board.
Important Links:
- Check Your Registration Application Status: Registered workers can check their registration application status through visiting this link upon entering their Registration Number.
- Download Registration Card: Registered workers can download their registration Registration Card through visiting this link upon entering their Registration Number.
- Check your Scheme Application Status: Registered workers can check their scheme application status through visiting this link upon entering their Registration Number.
- CSC Locator: Visit this link to search nearest Common Service Center (CSC) of your area.
- List of Sewa Kendra: Visit this link to see the list of Sewa Kendra.
Helpdesk:
Punjab Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board
Address: Labour Bhawan Model Welfare Centre Phase 10, Sector 64, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab, 160062
Phone : +91 172-2540125
Email : bocwhq@gmail.com
For Bocw Portal Related Queries (Technical Support):-
Phone : +91 172-2540125
Email : bocwhq@gmail.com
Office Visiting Hours : Monday to Friday
(09:00 AM to 05:00 PM)
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 No-28 and attach all the mandatory documents (self attested, if required).
Step 2: Application shall be submitted to the Labour Inspector of your area.
Application Process of the Welfare Scheme:
Step 1: A registered worker should download Form No-35 and attach all the mandatory documents (self attested, if required).
Step 2: Application shall be submitted to the Labour Inspectors of your area.
Note:
- Registration with the Board: A construction worker becomes a member of the board by filling out Application Form No 28 along with depositing registration fees of Rs. 25/- only (once in life) and Rs. 10/- per month as contribution fees. A worker at a time can get himself registered for a minimum period of 1 year & maximum period of 5 years. The registered worker is called 'Beneficiary' of the Board.
Important Links:
- Check Your Registration Application Status: Registered workers can check their registration application status through visiting this link upon entering their Registration Number.
- Download Registration Card: Registered workers can download their registration Registration Card through visiting this link upon entering their Registration Number.
- Check your Scheme Application Status: Registered workers can check their scheme application status through visiting this link upon entering their Registration Number.
- CSC Locator: Visit this link to search nearest Common Service Center (CSC) of your area.
- List of Sewa Kendra: Visit this link to see the list of Sewa Kendra.
Helpdesk:
Punjab Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board
Address: Labour Bhawan Model Welfare Centre Phase 10, Sector 64, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab, 160062
Phone : +91 172-2540125
Email : bocwhq@gmail.com
For Bocw Portal Related Queries (Technical Support):-
Phone : +91 172-2540125
Email : bocwhq@gmail.com
Office Visiting Hours : Monday to Friday
(09:00 AM to 05:00 PM)
Frequently asked questions
Who can register as a beneficiary under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Punjab?
Any construction worker whose age is between 18 to 60 years and has worked in Punjab State 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.
For how long a construction worker can get registered at a time?
A worker at a time can get himself registered for a minimum period of 1 year & maximum period of 5 years.
What is the procedure for applying for the registration?
Any construction worker who is of 18 years and below 60 years’ age and has Worked in Punjab State for not less than 90 days shall apply for registration as construction worker on the prescribed Form No. 28 which is available on the Board’s website or from the office of ALC/LCO and Labour Inspectors of the area.
Whom to apply for the registration?
A construction worker who intends to get himself registered as a member of the Board shall apply to the Labour Inspector of his area.
What are the mandatory documents for the registration?
The documents required for registration are, age proof(If no age proof is available self declaration), residence proof, adhar card(if available), Bank Account details (Bank branch, account No. and IFSC/RTGS number), detail of dependents, and employer’s certificate of working for 90 days as construction worker, and nomination form.
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 No. 28.
How much is the fee associated with the registration process?
The rate of registration fee is Rs. 25/- at the time of registration. It is a one time fee.
What is the rate of contribution?
A registered worker is required to contribute Rs. 10/-per month as contribution fee to the Board.
Who are the family members considered for the benefits?
Husband or wife, minor sons (including major sons who are insane or physically handicapped and unable to earn), unmarried daughters and the parents of the building worker, who are solely dependent on the registered worker..
Who is eligible for the “Shagun Scheme”?
The applicant should be a registered member of the Punjab Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board or an unmarried daughter of the member, to be eligible for this benefit.
Can I apply for the "Shagun Scheme" for the marriage of more than two daughters?
No, the Shagun Scheme is applicable only for the marriage of up to two daughters.
Is the scheme applicable if my daughter is getting married for the second time?
No, the scheme does not cover second marriages.
Can my daughter, who is herself a registered beneficiary, apply for the Shagun Scheme for her own marriage?
Yes, if the daughter is registered as a beneficiary with the Board, she can apply for the Shagun Scheme for her own marriage.
What is the deadline for submitting the application after the marriage?
The application must be submitted within 3 months after the marriage date.
Can I avail of the Shagun Scheme if I have already received similar benefits from another Punjab Government department?
Yes, you can still avail of the Shagun Scheme even if you have received similar benefits from other Punjab Government departments/institutes.
How much financial assistance can be received under this scheme?
The financial assistance provided under this scheme is Rs. 31,000/- on the marriage of each daughter.
What form needs to be used to apply for this welfare scheme?
The application must be made in the prescribed Form No. 35 which can be downloaded from https://bocw.punjab.gov.in/userfiles/file/shagun%20Form%2035%20updated.pdf or can be collected from the Labour Inspectors of the concerned area.
Whom to apply for getting benefits of welfare schemes?
For the application of the concerned welfare schemes of the Board, the construction worker has to visit the nearest Sewa Kendras or contact the Assistant Labour Commissioner/ Labour-cum-Conciliation Officer/ Labour Inspector/ Labour Enforcement Officer of the concerned area.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines bocw.punjab.gov.in (PDF)
- Guidelines bocw.punjab.gov.in (PDF)
- Guidelines bocw.punjab.gov.in
- Required Documents bocw.punjab.gov.in (PDF)
- FAQs bocw.punjab.gov.in (PDF)
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