Launched on 1st January 2018, the Tool/Equipment Purchase Subsidy Scheme is designed to support construction workers registered under the M.P. Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. The scheme helps workers purchase essential tools and equipment for their work by offering a subsidy that covers up to 10% of the loan taken for the toolkit or ₹5,000, whichever is lower, provided the application is made within 3 months from the equipment purchase date.
Benefits
- Subsidy Amount:
- 10% of the loan taken for the tool kit, or
- ₹5,000/- (whichever is lower).
Eligibility
For Registration as a Building/Construction Worker
- Residency:
Must be a resident of Madhya Pradesh. - Occupation:
Must be employed as a building or construction worker. - Age:
Between 18 and 60 years. - Work Experience:
Must have engaged in building or construction work for at least 90 days during the preceding 12 months. - Registration Renewal:
Registration under the Board must be renewed annually.
For Application to the Welfare Scheme
- Must be a registered member under the M.P. Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- Must possess a valid identity card issued by the Mandal.
- Must be up to 60 years of age.
- The subsidy is available once in a lifetime for the worker.
- The application must be submitted within 3 months of the equipment purchase date.
Application Process
Offline Process
- Collect the Application Form:
- Visit the Officer Assistant Welfare Commissioner, Labor Kalyan Mandal, Bhopal during office hours.
- Request a hard copy of the prescribed application form from the concerned authority.
- Fill Out the Form:
- Complete all mandatory fields.
- Paste a passport-sized photograph (signed across if required).
- Attach self-attested copies of all mandatory documents.
- Submit the Form:
- Submit the completed and signed application form along with the documents within the prescribed period.
- Obtain Acknowledgement:
- Request a receipt or acknowledgment that includes details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Notes:
- Ensure the application is submitted within the prescribed period (within 3 months of equipment purchase).
- Adhere to file type, size, and resolution requirements as specified (e.g., .pdf for the registration form, image files up to 200 KB, etc.).
- The scheme involves review by the First Appellate Officer (Assistant Welfare Commissioner, Labor Kalyan Mandal, Bhopal) and the Second Appellate Officer (Welfare Commissioner, Labor Kalyan Mandal, Bhopal).
Documents Required
For Registration as a Building/Construction Worker
- Identity Proof: (e.g., Aadhaar Card)
- Passport-size Photograph
- Skill-upgradation Training Certificate
- Proof of Residence: (e.g., Utility bill, Voter ID, etc.)
- Ration Card: (optional)
- Bank Account Details: (e.g., Copy of Bank Passbook)
- Caste Certificate: (if applicable)
- Undertaking/Declaration
- Age Certificate: (e.g., School Certificate, Registrar of Birth Certificate, or Employment Certificate)
- Signature
- Any other documents as required.
For Application of the Welfare Scheme
- Identity Card of the Registered Member: (issued by the Mandal)
- Birth Certificate
- Bills/Receipts: Related to the purchase of the tool/equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is eligible for the subsidy?
Construction workers registered under the MPBOCWWB who have a valid Mandal-issued identity card and meet the age and work criteria. -
What is the age limit for eligibility?
The applicant must be between 18 and 60 years. -
How many times can a worker avail of the subsidy?
The subsidy is available once in a lifetime for each worker. -
What is the amount of the subsidy?
The subsidy is either 10% of the loan taken for the toolkit or ₹5,000/-, whichever is lower. -
When can the subsidy be claimed?
The application must be submitted within 3 months from the equipment purchase date. -
Do I need to provide any documents?
Yes, both registration and scheme application documents are required as listed above. -
Can the subsidy be used for any tool or equipment?
It is intended to assist with the purchase of tools and equipment related to construction work. -
Is there a deadline for applying for the subsidy?
Yes, applications must be submitted within 3 months of the equipment purchase date. -
Can I apply for the subsidy if I’m self-employed?
Eligibility is for workers registered with the MPBOCWWB. Self-employed individuals not registered under the Board may not qualify. -
Do I need to repay the subsidy?
No, the subsidy is a non-repayable financial assistance.