Sarkari Yojana

Marriage Assistance (JKBOCWWB)

Jammu and Kashmir
Quick Summary: The Jammu & Kashmir BOCW Welfare Board's Marriage Assistance pays ₹25,000/- to registered construction workers for the marriage of a dependent son, daughter or sibling, or their own, for up to three marriages.

About Marriage Assistance (JKBOCWWB)

Run by the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Department, Jammu & Kashmir, the “Marriage Assistance” scheme helps registered construction workers financially with the marriages of their dependents. Up to three marriages are covered, which may be of sons, daughters, siblings or the worker personally. To qualify, the worker needs to have done building or construction work for no less than 90 days in the previous 12 months.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Marriage Assistance (JKBOCWWB), applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker

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Applicants must live in Jammu & Kashmir

Applicants must live in Jammu & Kashmir.

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Only Building/ Construction Workers can register

Only Building/ Construction Workers can register.

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Age must be between 18 and 60 years

Age must be between 18 and 60 years.

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In the preceding 12 months, the applicant must…

In the preceding 12 months, the applicant must have done building or other construction work for 90 days or more.

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Registration must be renewed every year

Registration must be renewed every year. For Application to the Scheme

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Membership of the Building and Other Construction Workers…

Membership of the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Jammu & Kashmir is required.

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Help is available for as many as three…

Help is available for as many as three marriages, whether of the worker's dependent sons, daughters or siblings, or of the worker.

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At the time the application is made, membership…

At the time the application is made, membership has to be active.

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Proof of the dependent relationship must be given…

Proof of the dependent relationship must be given for sons, daughters, siblings or self.

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

Benefits Provided

Marriage Assistance (JKBOCWWB) provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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A registered construction worker receives ₹25,000/- as…

A registered construction worker receives ₹25,000/- as Marriage Assistance when a dependent (son, daughter or sibling) or the worker personally gets married.

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NOTE:

The scheme can cover a maximum of three marriages, counting both the worker's dependents and the worker.

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:

For Registration -

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A photograph of passport size

A photograph of passport size

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Age proof, such as a birth certificate or…

Age proof, such as a birth certificate or school certificate

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Identity proof, such as the Aadhaar Card

Identity proof, such as the Aadhaar Card

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EPF (Employees' Provident Fund) details, where applicable

EPF (Employees' Provident Fund) details, where applicable

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Address proof, such as a utility bill or…

Address proof, such as a utility bill or voter ID

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90 Days Work Duration Certificate from the competent…

90 Days Work Duration Certificate from the competent authority

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Bank account details, for instance a bank passbook…

Bank account details, for instance a bank passbook copy

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Any other document that may be required For…

Any other document that may be required For Application -

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For Muslim marriages, the Nikkah Nama attested by…

For Muslim marriages, the Nikkah Nama attested by a gazetted officer.

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A Marriage Certificate issued by an MP/MLA/MLC, Sarpanch,…

A Marriage Certificate issued by an MP/MLA/MLC, Sarpanch, Municipal Councillor or Tehsildar.

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One photograph of the Bride and Groom together,…

One photograph of the Bride and Groom together, taken at the wedding or afterwards.

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The Marriage Invitation Card in original

The Marriage Invitation Card in original.

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Marriage Registration Certificate, where the marriage is registered…

Marriage Registration Certificate, where the marriage is registered with the Marriage Officer.

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An affidavit attested by a 1st Class Magistrate…

An affidavit attested by a 1st Class Magistrate confirming that the claim is genuine.

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Assistance can be claimed only for a marriage…

Assistance can be claimed only for a marriage that took place after the beneficiary's Registration.

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For brothers/sisters, a Dependent Certificate from the Naib…

For brothers/sisters, a Dependent Certificate from the Naib Tehsildar/Tehsildar confirming dependency, to prevent fraud.

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

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Marriage Assistance (JKBOCWWB) through the online application process outlined below.

Registration -

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Open the official website of the J&K Building…

Open the official website of the J&K Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (JKBOCWWB).

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Locate the "Labour Registration" link on the homepage…

Locate the "Labour Registration" link on the homepage and click it.

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New users should select "Apply for New Registration."

New users should select "Apply for New Registration."

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Enter your details in the registration form, submit…

Enter your details in the registration form, submit it and have the OTP sent to your registered mobile number. Type the OTP and click "Verify OTP & Submit."

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On OTP verification, your Login ID and password…

On OTP verification, your Login ID and password are sent by message to your registered mobile number.

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Log in with the Login ID, password and…

Log in with the Login ID, password and captcha, keeping in mind that the username and password are case-sensitive. Go through all the instructions and click to continue.

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After logging in, pick the "Construction Worker’s Registration"…

After logging in, pick the "Construction Worker’s Registration" option and click "Registration Form."

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On the dashboard that opens, fill in every…

On the dashboard that opens, fill in every required field (marked with *).

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Upload the key documents, including ID proof and…

Upload the key documents, including ID proof and other relevant certificates.

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When the form and uploads are complete, click…

When the form and uploads are complete, click "Submit" and pay the application fee online; a registration number is issued once payment and submission are successful. Application -

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Visit the official website of the Jammu &…

Visit the official website of the Jammu & Kashmir Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.

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Select "Login," provide your details and sign in

Select "Login," provide your details and sign in.

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Once inside your account, choose "Scheme Registration" and…

Once inside your account, choose "Scheme Registration" and then "Apply for Scheme."

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Pick the scheme whose benefits you want to…

Pick the scheme whose benefits you want to claim.

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Supply the requested information and upload the documents…

Supply the requested information and upload the documents asked for.

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Click "Submit Application" to finish

Click "Submit Application" to finish. Status Tracking - The status of an application can be followed online on the official website of the Jammu & Kashmir Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, and updates are sent to the registered mobile number.

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

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Marriage Assistance (JKBOCWWB) through the offline application process outlined below.

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During office hours, go to the JKBOCWWB office…

During office hours, go to the JKBOCWWB office and ask the staff in charge of issuing and receiving applications for a hard copy of the prescribed form. OR Print the application form yourself.

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Complete all mandatory fields, affix a passport-sized photograph…

Complete all mandatory fields, affix a passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required) and attach copies of the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).

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Hand the completed and signed form, with the…

Hand the completed and signed form, with the required documents, to the Assistant Labour Commissioner (ALC) of your district. Make sure it is submitted within any prescribed period, if applicable.

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Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment on submission, checking…

Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment on submission, checking that it records the date and time of submission and a unique identification number (if applicable).

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