Sarkari Yojana

Female Child Birth Gift Scheme (HPBOCWWB)

Himachal Pradesh
Quick Summary: Under the HPBOCWWB Female Child Birth Gift Scheme, registered construction workers in Himachal Pradesh get ₹51,000/- in an FDR for each of up to two daughters, withdrawable at age 18.

About Female Child Birth Gift Scheme (HPBOCWWB)

The Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (HPBOCWWB) launched the “Female Child Birth Gift Scheme” to give registered beneficiaries monetary support when daughters are born to them. The Board places ₹51,000/- (fifty-one thousand) for each of two daughters into a Fixed Deposit Receipt (FDR). The money can be withdrawn only after the daughter reaches 18, encouraging lasting financial security for the girl child.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Female Child Birth Gift Scheme (HPBOCWWB), applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

For Registration as a Building/Construction Worker:

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Applicants must live in Himachal Pradesh

Applicants must live in Himachal Pradesh.

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Applicants must work as Building or Construction Workers

Applicants must work as Building or Construction Workers.

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Applicants must be aged between 18 and 60…

Applicants must be aged between 18 and 60 years.

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A minimum of 90 days of building or…

A minimum of 90 days of building or construction work within the preceding 12 months is required.

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Registration has to be renewed every year

Registration has to be renewed every year. Eligibility Criteria for Female Child Birth Gift Scheme:

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When applying, the worker must hold active membership…

When applying, the worker must hold active membership of the Welfare Board.

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The worker must have subscribed to the Welfare…

The worker must have subscribed to the Welfare Board for a minimum of two months. Notes: The registered worker can claim the benefit for the birth of at most two daughters.

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

Benefits Provided

Female Child Birth Gift Scheme (HPBOCWWB) provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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A sum of ₹51,000/- is provided for each…

A sum of ₹51,000/- is provided for each daughter (up to two)

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:

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Proof of identity, such as an Aadhaar Card…

Proof of identity, such as an Aadhaar Card or Voter Card

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Bank account details or a copy of the…

Bank account details or a copy of the bank passbook

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Proof of age

Proof of age

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The Labour Card

The Labour Card

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The daughter's birth certificate

The daughter's birth certificate

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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

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Female Child Birth Gift Scheme (HPBOCWWB) through the offline application process outlined below.

The Registration Process for Building and Other Construction Workers is as follows:

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During office hours, go to the Labor Welfare…

During office hours, go to the Labor Welfare Office and ask the concerned authority for a printed copy of the prescribed application form.

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Complete every mandatory field in the registration application…

Complete every mandatory field in the registration application form, affix a passport-sized photograph (signed across, where needed), and enclose copies of the mandatory documents (self-attested, where needed).

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Hand in the completed and signed form along…

Hand in the completed and signed form along with a wage slip or an appointment letter from the employer confirming 90 days of construction work. Where these are not available, a certificate from a local authority (like a councilor, executive officer, or Panchayat Secretary) confirming the employment may be submitted instead.

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Once the documents and payment are submitted, the…

Once the documents and payment are submitted, the worker is given an acknowledgment receipt confirming registration. NOTE 1: Make sure the application reaches the office within the prescribed period, if one applies. NOTE 2: After three years, the worker has to visit the office to pay a renewal fee and furnish proof of 90 days of work every year to stay eligible for benefits. NOTE 3: A registration fee is paid once at the office and remains valid for three years.

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

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Female Child Birth Gift Scheme (HPBOCWWB) through the online application process outlined below.

Registration Process for Building and Other Construction Workers:

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Go to the official website of the Himachal…

Go to the official website of the Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.

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New users should open worker services and select…

New users should open worker services and select "New Registration."

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When the dashboard shows up, find the form…

When the dashboard shows up, find the form and complete it with all the required details. Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are mandatory, so that no essential information is left out.

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Upload every necessary document, such as ID proof…

Upload every necessary document, such as ID proof and other relevant certificates as specified, making sure they are legible and in the required format.

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Once the form is filled and documents are…

Once the form is filled and documents are uploaded, press the "Submit" button. You will be taken to the payment gateway to pay the application fee online.

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When payment and submission succeed, a registration number…

When payment and submission succeed, a registration number is generated, which confirms your application and can be quoted later. Scheme Application Process:

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Go to the official website of the Himachal…

Go to the official website of the Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.

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Select "Apply for Benefits."

Select "Apply for Benefits."

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Provide your beneficiary details and date of birth,…

Provide your beneficiary details and date of birth, and press "Search" to see your information.

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Choose the scheme whose benefits you want to…

Choose the scheme whose benefits you want to claim.

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Fill in all the information asked for and…

Fill in all the information asked for and upload the necessary documents when prompted.

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Press "Submit Application" to finish

Press "Submit Application" to finish. Application Tracking: The status of an application can be followed online on the official Board website of the Himachal Pradesh 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.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References