The Old Age Pension Scheme, implemented by the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (BOCW Welfare Board) under the Department of Labour, Punjab, is designed to provide financial assistance to registered construction workers who are senior citizens. Under this scheme, registered workers aged above 60 years who have completed at least 3 years of membership with the Board are eligible to receive a monthly pension. This initiative aims to support senior construction workers in their later years by ensuring a regular income.
Benefits
- Monthly Pension:
- Eligible beneficiaries receive a pension of ₹2,000/- per month.
- Direct Transfer:
- The pension amount is directly deposited into the beneficiary’s bank account.
Eligibility Criteria
For Registration as a Building/Construction Worker:
- Must be a resident of Punjab.
- Should be an unorganised building or construction worker.
- Age must be between 18 and 60 years at the time of registration.
- Must have engaged in building and construction work for at least 90 days in a given year.
- Must have a monthly income of ₹15,000/- or below.
- Should not be a member of any other Welfare Fund established under any law.
- Must not be a member of EPF, NPS, or ESIC, and should not be an income tax payer.
For Availing the Welfare Scheme:
- The applicant must be a registered construction worker under the BOCW Welfare Board of Punjab.
- Must have completed 3 years of membership with the Board.
- The applicant must be above 60 years of age.
- The beneficiary should continue depositing contributions to the Board.
Application Process
Registration as a Building/Construction Worker:
- New Registration:
- Approach the nearest Sewa Kendra or Registering Officers/Labour Inspector.
- Complete Application Form No. 28 and deposit a one-time registration fee of ₹25/- along with a monthly contribution fee of ₹10/-.
- Registration is valid for a minimum of 1 year and a maximum of 5 years.
Application for the Old Age Pension Scheme:
- Offline Process:
- To apply for the pension benefits, approach the nearby Sewa Kendra or Registering Officers/Labour Inspector of your area.
- Online Process (Via CSCs):
- Registered workers can also use the online portal via Common Service Centers (CSCs) to submit their application.
Important Links:
- Check Your Registration Application Status:link
- Download Registration Card: link
- Check Your Scheme Application Status: link
- CSC Locator: Link
- List of Sewa Kendra:link
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: [email protected]
- Office Hours: Monday to Friday (09:00 AM to 05:00 PM)
Documents Required
For Registration as a Building/Construction Worker:
- Age Proof:
- Valid age proof (if unavailable, a self-declaration may be accepted).
- Residence Proof.
- Aadhaar Card:
- Copy (if available).
- Bank Account Details:
- Include bank branch, account number, and IFSC/RTGS number.
- Dependent Details.
- Employer’s Certificate
- Certifying at least 90 days of construction work in the last 12 months in Punjab.
- Nomination Form.
For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:
- Life Certificate:
- To be furnished every January (Aadhaar-based online life certificate via the Jeevan Pramaan website can be submitted).
- Bank Proof:
- Bank Passbook or a Cancelled Cheque.
- Any Additional Documents:
- As required by the scheme guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Who can register as a beneficiary under the BOCW Welfare Board of Punjab?
- Unorganised building and construction workers residing in Punjab who meet the specified criteria.
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Is there a minimum service requirement for registration?
- Yes, workers must have engaged in construction work for at least 90 days in a year.
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Who can apply for the welfare scheme?
- Registered construction workers who have completed 3 years of membership with the Board and are above 60 years of age.
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For how long can a construction worker be registered at a time?
- Registration is valid for a minimum of 1 year and up to a maximum of 5 years.
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What is the procedure for applying for the registration?
- Fill out Application Form No. 28 at a nearby Sewa Kendra or through designated officers, pay the requisite fees, and submit the form.
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What are the mandatory documents for registration?
- Age proof, residence proof, Aadhaar card, bank account details, employer’s certificate (Form No. 28), and nomination form (Form No. 27).
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How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
- A monthly pension of ₹2,000/- is provided.
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Can the applicant receive the Old Age Pension if already receiving a pension from another scheme?
- No, the applicant should not be receiving pension benefits from any other central or state government scheme.
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What form is used to apply for this welfare scheme?
- The application is completed via the designated form available through the registration process (Application Form No. 28 for registration; separate forms for the pension scheme may be provided).
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Whom should applicants approach for welfare scheme benefits?
- Applicants should approach the nearest Sewa Kendra or the Registering Officers/Labour Inspector.