Sarkari Yojana

Loans for Tools (MBOCWWB)

Meghalaya
Quick Summary: Meghalaya's BOCW Welfare Board gives registered construction workers with 3 years of fund membership a one-time grant of up to ₹10,000/- to buy work tools, against a valid dealer invoice.

About Loans for Tools (MBOCWWB)

The Meghalaya Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWWB), under the Labour Department, Government of Meghalaya, implements the “Loans for Tools” scheme. It gives every fund member a onetime grant for buying tools, subject to conditions. Members who have completed 3 years in the fund and pay their contributions regularly qualify for this loan.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Implementing Agency

Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Loans for Tools (MBOCWWB), applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Only residents of Meghalaya can benefit

Only residents of Meghalaya can benefit.

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The beneficiary must be working in some form…

The beneficiary must be working in some form of building or other construction work.

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Registration with the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction…

Registration with the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board is needed.

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Three years of membership in the fund must…

Three years of membership in the fund must be completed to qualify for this loan.

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Regular payment of contributions is a condition for…

Regular payment of contributions is a condition for the loan.

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The beneficiary must have completed 55 years

The beneficiary must have completed 55 years. Note 01: Running and maintaining the tool is wholly the beneficiary's responsibility; the Board does not provide after-sales service, parts, or accessories. Note 02: The grant is sanctioned only once the BOCW beneficiary produces a valid cash memo or voucher from an authorized dealer, and the tools must be shown to a Board official for inspection & photograph. Note 03: After the tool is produced & inspected, the Board embosses a mark (logo or serial No) on it, and a tool bearing this mark cannot be presented again for any later claim(s). Note 04: Beneficiaries may not sell the tools bought and are not entitled to a second grant. Note 05: The loan is recovered in a maximum of sixty installments.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Loans for Tools (MBOCWWB) provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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1. Registered building and construction workers get a one-time grant of as much as ₹10,000/- to buy tools.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

Enclosures required for New Registration under MBOCWWB:

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The worker's photograph

The worker's photograph

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Worker's ID Proof (Electoral Card, Ration Card, Driver's…

Worker's ID Proof (Electoral Card, Ration Card, Driver's License, Aadhaar Card, or Passport accepted)

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Employer Certificate/Self Certification, issued by the Labour Inspector,…

Employer Certificate/Self Certification, issued by the Labour Inspector, the Employer, or the SDO/AEE of Works Department

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The worker's Bank Passbook

The worker's Bank Passbook

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eShram ID card, where available

eShram ID card, where available

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Proof of age of the building worker/applicant, i.e

Proof of age of the building worker/applicant, i.e. a School certificate, a certificate from the Registrar of Birth and Deaths, a certificate from a Medical Officer of at least Assistant Surgeon rank in Government Service, or an Electoral Photo Identity Card

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Nomination Form signed by the applicant

Nomination Form signed by the applicant

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Self-declaration that the worker is not enrolled in…

Self-declaration that the worker is not enrolled in any other welfare fund/ board

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SC/ST Certificate, where applicable

SC/ST Certificate, where applicable

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Other documents as needed Enclosures required for application…

Other documents as needed Enclosures required for application of Instrument Grant:

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The worker's MBOCWWB ID Card

The worker's MBOCWWB ID Card

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Copy of the invoice for the Instruments bought

Copy of the invoice for the Instruments bought

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Bank Passbook/bank account details

Bank Passbook/bank account details

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Other documents as needed

Other documents as needed

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Loans for Tools (MBOCWWB) through the online application process outlined below.

Online Worker Registration Process (Portal):

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Go to the online Portal

Go to the online Portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm

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Create a new account by clicking the 'Worker'…

Create a new account by clicking the 'Worker' button on the home page and entering the mandatory information.

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When all details are filled in, press 'Register'

When all details are filled in, press 'Register'.

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The message "Registered Successfully" confirms the registration

The message "Registered Successfully" confirms the registration. Application Process for New Registration under the MBOCWWB:

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Open the online Portal

Open the online Portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm

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Type your User ID (Registered Mobile Number), Password…

Type your User ID (Registered Mobile Number), Password and the Security Code, then press Login.

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Once logged in, choose 'Apply for New Registration'…

Once logged in, choose 'Apply for New Registration' from the menu.

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Complete the Registration Form, covering Personal Details, Service/Work…

Complete the Registration Form, covering Personal Details, Service/Work Details, Bank Details, Demographic Details, etc.

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Press Submit

Press Submit.

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You will then reach a page for managing…

You will then reach a page for managing Family & Nominee Details; use 'Add New' to enter family members and nominees.

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When all Family & Nominee Details are added,…

When all Family & Nominee Details are added, press Proceed.

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Upload the required enclosures, namely Photograph, ID Proof,…

Upload the required enclosures, namely Photograph, ID Proof, Employer Certificate/Self Certification, and the Worker's Bank Passbook.

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Press the 'Complete' Button to finish registering

Press the 'Complete' Button to finish registering.

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The Registration Certificate is generated after the application…

The Registration Certificate is generated after the application is processed and verified by the Block/District LDA and Block/District Labour Inspector and approved by the District Labour Commissioner (DLC). Application Process for Instrument Grant:

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Go to the online Portal

Go to the online Portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm

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Log in with your User ID (Registered Mobile…

Log in with your User ID (Registered Mobile Number), Password and Security Code.

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From the Dashboard, select the "Instrument Grant" scheme

From the Dashboard, select the "Instrument Grant" scheme.

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Provide the required information and attach the necessary…

Provide the required information and attach the necessary enclosures.

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Press Submit to apply for the benefit

Press Submit to apply for the benefit. Application Process to Track/Update:

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Open the online Portal

Open the online Portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm

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Sign in using your User ID (Registered Mobile…

Sign in using your User ID (Registered Mobile Number), Password and Security Code.

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Choose 'Track Application Status' from the menu

Choose 'Track Application Status' from the menu.

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Select 'View Details' to see your application

Select 'View Details' to see your application.

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Select 'Application History' to see its history

Select 'Application History' to see its history.

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Select 'Update' to make changes to your application

Select 'Update' to make changes to your application. Note: Applications that are under process or already processed can no longer be updated. (Worker's User Manual)

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Loans for Tools (MBOCWWB) through the offline application process outlined below.

Process for New Registration:

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Submit the completed application form with the required…

Submit the completed application form with the required documents to the area's Registering Officer.

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Once satisfied with all the details, the Registering…

Once satisfied with all the details, the Registering Officer may register the worker as a beneficiary under the Act and issue an identity card bearing the worker's photograph. Process to apply for Scheme Benefits:

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The applicant must sign the prescribed application form…

The applicant must sign the prescribed application form and give it to the concerned employer.

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After countersigning the completed application, the employer forwards…

After countersigning the completed application, the employer forwards it to the Building & Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board for consideration.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References