Sarkari Yojana

Cycle Scheme for the Children of Construction Workers (P.B.O.C.W.W.B)

Punjab
Quick Summary: Punjab's BOCW Welfare Board gives one free cycle to the children of registered construction workers studying in classes 9th to 12th in Punjab, provided they have not already received one under the Mai Bhago Cycle Scheme.

About Cycle Scheme for the Children of Construction Workers (P.B.O.C.W.W.B)

The “Cycle Scheme for the Children of Construction Workers”, run by the BOCW Welfare Board, Department of Labour, Punjab, is a welfare scheme for the board’s registered workers. The Board gives a free cycle, once, to the children of registered construction workers while they are studying in classes 9th to 12th in the State of Punjab.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Cycle Scheme for the Children of Construction Workers (P.B.O.C.W.W.B), applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:

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The applicant must live in Punjab

The applicant must live in Punjab.

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The applicant must be a Building/ Construction Worker…

The applicant must be a Building/ Construction Worker (Unorganised Worker).

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The applicant must be aged between 18 and…

The applicant must be aged between 18 and 60 years.

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The applicant must have done building and construction…

The applicant must have done building and construction work for 90 days or more in a year.

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Monthly income must be ₹15,000/- or less

Monthly income must be ₹15,000/- or less.

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The applicant must not belong to any other…

The applicant must not belong to any other Welfare Fund set up under any law.

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The applicant must not be a member of…

The applicant must not be a member of the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF)/ National Pension System (NPS)/ Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC).

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The applicant must not pay income tax

The applicant must not pay income tax. For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:

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The beneficiary must be the child of a…

The beneficiary must be the child of a construction worker registered with the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Punjab.

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The child must be studying in a class…

The child must be studying in a class from 9th to 12th in the State of Punjab.

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The child must not have been given a…

The child must not have been given a bicycle by the State Government under the “Mai Bhago Cycle Scheme”.

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

Benefits Provided

Cycle Scheme for the Children of Construction Workers (P.B.O.C.W.W.B) provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Quantum of Assistance

Quantum of Assistance: Each child of a registered construction worker receives One(1) cycle.

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 as a Building/ Construction Worker:

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Proof of age (a self declaration is accepted…

Proof of age (a self declaration is accepted if no age proof exists).

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Proof of residence

Proof of residence.

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Aadhaar card (where available)

Aadhaar card (where available).

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Bank account particulars (branch, account No

Bank account particulars (branch, account No. and IFSC/ RTGS number).

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Particulars of dependents

Particulars of dependents.

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Employer's certificate (Form No

Employer's certificate (Form No. 28) confirming 90 days of construction work in the State of Punjab over the past 12 months.

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The nomination form (Form No

The nomination form (Form No. 27). For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:

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Proof of the child's education, such as mark…

Proof of the child's education, such as mark sheets.

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Any further documents (where required)

Any further documents (where required).

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

How to Apply

Online - via CSC Application

Applicants can apply for Cycle Scheme for the Children of Construction Workers (P.B.O.C.W.W.B) through the online - via csc application process outlined below.

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Application Process

Registration Process as a Building/ Construction Worker:
New workers wishing to register should go to the nearest Sewa Kendra or to the Registering officers/ Labour Inspector. Application Process of the Welfare Scheme:
To claim this welfare scheme's benefit, visit the nearest Sewa Kendra or the Registering Officers/ Labour Inspector for your area. Note:
Registration with the Board: Workers join the board by completing Application Form No 28 and paying a one-time registration fee of just ₹ 25/- plus a contribution of ₹ 10/- each month. Registration can be taken for at least 1 year and at most 5 years at a time. A registered worker is known as a 'Beneficiary' of the Board. Important Links:
Check Your Registration Application Status: Registered workers can see the status of their registration application by opening this link and entering their Registration Number.
Download Registration Card: Registered workers can download their Registration Card by opening this link and entering their Registration Number.
Check your Scheme Application Status: Registered workers can see the status of their scheme application by opening this link and entering their Registration Number.
CSC Locator: Open this link to find the closest Common Service Center (CSC) in your area.
List of Sewa Kendra: Open this link for the list of Sewa Kendras. 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)

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

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Cycle Scheme for the Children of Construction Workers (P.B.O.C.W.W.B) through the offline application process outlined below.

Registration Process as a Building/ Construction Worker:

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A worker who wants to register as a…

A worker who wants to register as a BOCW Welfare Board beneficiary should download Form No-28 and attach every required document (self attested where needed).

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The form must be handed to the Labour…

The form must be handed to the Labour Inspector for your area. Application Process of the Welfare Scheme:

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Registered workers should download Form No-34 and attach…

Registered workers should download Form No-34 and attach every required document (self attested where needed).

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The form must be handed to the Labour…

The form must be handed to the Labour Inspectors for your area. Note:
Registration with the Board: Board membership is obtained by filling in Application Form No 28 and paying ₹ 25/- as a lifetime registration fee along with ₹ 10/- a month as contribution. Each registration lasts a minimum of 1 year and a maximum of 5 years. Once registered, the worker is called a 'Beneficiary' of the Board. Important Links:
Check Your Registration Application Status: Enter your Registration Number at this link to track your registration application.
Download Registration Card: Enter your Registration Number at this link to download your Registration Card.
Check your Scheme Application Status: Enter your Registration Number at this link to track your scheme application.
CSC Locator: Use this link to locate the Common Service Center (CSC) closest to you.
List of Sewa Kendra: Use this link to view all Sewa Kendras.

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)

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References