Sarkari Yojana

Mobile Lab Scheme (P.B.O.C.W.W.B)

Punjab
Quick Summary: Punjab's BOCW Welfare Board reimburses up to ₹1,50,000/- in silicosis treatment costs for registered construction workers or their family members under the Mobile Lab Scheme. The ₹50,000/- health card benefit under the Bhagat Puran Singh Sehat Beema Yojna must be used up first.

About Mobile Lab Scheme (P.B.O.C.W.W.B)

Registered workers of the BOCW Welfare Board, Department of Labour, Punjab are covered by the “Mobile Lab Scheme”, a welfare measure of the board. When a beneficiary or a member of the family is found to have silicosis, the Board pays back the worker’s treatment expenses up to ₹1,50,000/-.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Mobile Lab Scheme (P.B.O.C.W.W.B), applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:

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Only Punjab residents may register

Only Punjab residents may register.

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The applicant needs to work as a Building/…

The applicant needs to work as a Building/ Construction Worker (Unorganised Worker).

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Age has to fall between 18 and 60…

Age has to fall between 18 and 60 years.

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At least 90 days of building and construction…

At least 90 days of building and construction work in a given year is required.

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Monthly income must not be above ₹15,000/-

Monthly income must not be above ₹15,000/-.

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Members of any other Welfare Fund set up…

Members of any other Welfare Fund set up under any law cannot register.

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Anyone holding membership of the Employees' Provident Fund…

Anyone holding membership of the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF)/ National Pension System (NPS)/ Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) is excluded.

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Income tax payers are not eligible

Income tax payers are not eligible. For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:

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The claimant has to be a registered member…

The claimant has to be a registered member of the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Punjab, or a family member of such a worker.

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The claimant must have silicosis

The claimant must have silicosis.

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The ₹50,000/- benefit for all his/her health ailments…

The ₹50,000/- benefit for all his/her health ailments through the health card facility of the Bhagat “Puran Singh Sehat Beema Yojna” Scheme must already have been used up.

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

Benefits Provided

Mobile Lab Scheme (P.B.O.C.W.W.B) provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Financial Coverage

Financial Coverage: treatment costs are covered up to ₹1,50,000/-. Note: A beneficiary wishing to claim under this scheme must first use up the ₹50,000/- benefit for all his health ailments through the health card facility of the Bhagat “Puran Singh Sehat Beema Yojna” Scheme. The balance benefit under this scheme becomes available to him/ her only after that.

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 can be…

Proof of age (a self declaration can be given where no age proof exists).

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Proof of residence

Proof of residence.

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The Aadhaar card (where available)

The Aadhaar card (where available).

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Details of the bank account (Bank branch, account…

Details of the bank account (Bank branch, account No. and IFSC/ RTGS number).

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Particulars of dependents

Particulars of dependents.

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The Employer’s Certificate ( Form No

The Employer’s Certificate ( Form No. 28 ) showing 90 days of construction work in the State of Punjab over the last 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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A Medical Certificate for the Beneficiary or the…

A Medical Certificate for the Beneficiary or the Family Member.

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Proof of the money spent on treatment

Proof of the money spent on treatment.

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Other documents, where required

Other 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 Mobile Lab Scheme (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:
Workers registering for the first time should go to a nearby Sewa Kendra or to the Registering officers/ Labour Inspector. Application Process of the Welfare Scheme:
Benefits under this welfare scheme are applied for at the nearby Sewa Kendra or with the Registering Officers/ Labour Inspector of your area. Note:
Registration with the Board: Membership of the board is obtained by filling in Application Form No 28 and paying a registration fee of ₹ 25/- only (once in life) plus a contribution fee of ₹ 10/- per month. Each registration lasts for a minimum period of 1 year & a maximum period of 5 years. Once registered, the worker is known as a 'Beneficiary' of the Board. Important Links:
Check Your Registration Application Status: By entering the Registration Number at this link registered workers can see where their registration application stands.
Download Registration Card: The Registration Card can be downloaded from this link by entering the Registration Number.
Check your Scheme Application Status: To track a scheme application, registered workers enter their Registration Number at this link to view its status.
CSC Locator: Use this link to find the Common Service Center (CSC) closest to you.
List of Sewa Kendra: This link shows 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)

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

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Mobile Lab Scheme (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 become a beneficiary…

A worker who wants to become a beneficiary under the BOCW Welfare Board should download Form No-28 and attach every mandatory document (self attested where needed).

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The application is then handed to the Labour…

The application is then handed to the Labour Inspector of the area. Application Process of the Welfare Scheme:

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To apply, the registered worker gets in touch…

To apply, the registered worker gets in touch with the Assistant Labour Commissioner/ Labour-cum-Conciliation Officer/ Labour Inspector/ Labour Enforcement Officer of the area.

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As directed by the authority, the application and…

As directed by the authority, the application and required documents are submitted to the Labour Inspectors. Note:
Registration with the Board: A construction worker joins the board by completing Application Form No 28 and depositing ₹ 25/- only as the registration fee (once in life) together with ₹ 10/- per month towards contribution. Registration can be taken for at least 1 year & at most 5 years at a time. A worker so registered is termed a 'Beneficiary' of the Board. Important Links:
Check Your Registration Application Status: Workers who have registered can look up the status of their registration application on this link using their Registration Number.
Download Registration Card: Entering the Registration Number on this link lets registered workers download their Registration Card.
Check your Scheme Application Status: The status of a scheme application can be viewed on this link once the Registration Number is entered.
CSC Locator: Search for your nearest Common Service Center (CSC) using this link for your area.
List of Sewa Kendra: Open this link to view the Sewa Kendra list.

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