BOCW Bihar Registration

The Bihar Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board started the BOCW Bihar Registration portal in 2018 to help construction workers get welfare benefits easily. This online registration system allows workers like masons, carpenters, painters, plumbers and other labour workers to get Bihar Labour Card from home. The government provides financial assistance ranging from ₹1000 to ₹35000 through various welfare schemes. More than 18 lakh construction workers already registered and getting benefits regularly. The registration is completely free and you only pay ₹50 as nominal fee.

In this portal we are learn Bihar Government published a latest scheme for construction workers in Bihar. So please check procedure of application about BOCW Bihar Labour Card Registration which is mentioned below step by step. I will explain everything in simple language so anyone can understand and apply easily. Don’t worry, the whole process takes only 15 to 20 minutes if you keep all documents ready.

Quick Overview

BOCW Bihar Online Registration Process

Let me tell you how to register online. It’s really simple. When I registered, it took only 15 minutes. Just follow these steps:

• Open official website bocwscheme.bihar.gov.in
• Look for labour registration or श्रमिक पंजीकरण option on homepage
• Click on apply for new registration button
• Enter your Aadhar card number
• Type your name exactly as written on Aadhar
• Click on authenticate or प्रमाणित करें button
• You may need to verify OTP on Aadhar registered mobile
• Wait for Aadhar verification to complete
• Now registration form will open
• Fill personal details like name and father name
• Enter your date of birth and select gender
• Provide your complete address with pin code
• Give mobile number for getting updates
• Select type of construction work you do
• Enter employer or contractor name and address
• Fill bank account number and IFSC code
• Add family member details for nomination
• Upload all required documents (keep ready)
• Pay registration fee of ₹50 online
• Use debit card or net banking for payment
• Click on final submit button
• Save your application number safely
• Take printout of acknowledgement slip
• Done! You applied successfully

Important Tips:

• Keep all documents scanned before starting
• Use valid and active mobile number only
• Aadhar card is mandatory for registration
• Bank account should be in your name
• 90 days work certificate is must
• Double check spelling of your name
• Don’t close browser before final submit

Aadhar Verification Process

This is first step in registration. Let me explain how it works:

Why Aadhar Verification: The government uses Aadhar to stop fake registrations. Your Aadhar proves your identity and age. Make sure your Aadhar has correct mobile number linked.

Verification Steps:

• Enter 12 digit Aadhar number without spaces
• Type your full name as per Aadhar card
• Click authenticate button
• System will send OTP to Aadhar linked mobile
• Enter 6 digit OTP within 5 minutes
• Click verify OTP button
• Your Aadhar gets verified

Common Problems: If OTP not coming, check Aadhar mobile number is active. Sometimes network delay happens. Wait 2-3 minutes and try resend OTP option.

Documents Required for BOCW Bihar Registration

You need these documents for registration. Make sure you have all of them ready:

Identity and Age Proof:

• Aadhar Card (mandatory, must have)
• Birth certificate (if Aadhar doesn’t show age)
• School leaving certificate (age proof)
• Voter ID card (additional proof)

Residence Proof:

• Ration card with Bihar address
• Electricity bill (not older than 3 months)
• Voter ID card showing Bihar address
• Bank passbook with current address

Employment Proof (Very Important):

• 90 days work certificate from contractor
• This is most important document
• Should mention work period clearly
• Must be on contractor letterhead
• Contractor signature and stamp needed
• Job card if you have
• Wage slip of last 3-4 months

Financial Documents:

• Bank passbook first page copy
• Account should be Aadhar linked
• IFSC code must be correct
• Account should be active
• Cancelled cheque leaf (optional)

Family Details:

• Aadhar cards of all family members
• Needed for nominee details
• Spouse and children Aadhar required

Other Documents:

• Passport size photo (recent, white background)
• Mobile number (active and working)
• Email ID if you have

Important: All documents should be clear and readable. I’m telling you from experience, blurry scans get rejected. Take good quality scans. File size should be under 200 KB. Use JPG or PDF format only.

Eligibility Criteria for BOCW Bihar Registration

Check if you qualify for registration. Here are all the rules:

Age Criteria:

• Minimum age should be 18 years completed
• Maximum age should be 60 years
• Age calculated from birth date on Aadhar
• Senior citizens above 60 cannot register new

Work Experience Criteria:

• Must have worked minimum 90 days in last 12 months
• This is very important rule
• Work should be in construction sector only
• 90 days can be continuous or broken periods
• Need proper certificate from employer

Work Type Criteria: You should work in these construction jobs:

• Mason or raj mistri
• Carpenter or wood worker
• Painter or colour worker
• Plumber or pipe fitter
• Electrician on construction site
• Helper or mazdoor
• Steel binder or loha mistri
• Tiles fitter
• Marble fitter
• Welder
• Any other construction related work

Residence Criteria:

• Must be permanent or temporary resident of Bihar
• Address proof should be of Bihar state
• Can be from any district of Bihar
• Migrant workers also eligible if working in Bihar

Income Criteria:

• Annual family income should not exceed ₹2 lakh
• Income certificate required from Block office
• Self declaration also accepted
• Income from all sources counted

Exclusion Criteria (Who Cannot Register):

• Government employees cannot register
• EPF or ESIC members not eligible
• Income tax payers not allowed
• Already registered in other state labour board
• Permanent employees not eligible

Benefits of BOCW Bihar Labour Card

Let me tell you what benefits you get after registration. These are really helpful for workers and families:

Financial Benefits:

• Monthly pension ₹1000 after reaching 60 years age
• Lump sum pension ₹25000 at retirement
• Education scholarship ₹3000 to ₹5000 yearly for children
• Marriage assistance ₹35000 for daughter marriage
• Maternity benefit ₹6000 for female workers
• Medical treatment help up to ₹3000 yearly
• Funeral assistance ₹5000 to family

Insurance Benefits:

• Accident insurance coverage of ₹2 lakh
• Death benefit ₹2 lakh to family members
• Permanent disability benefit ₹1 lakh
• Partial disability benefit ₹50000
• Free health checkup once every year

Education Benefits:

• Scholarship for children studying in school
• Merit scholarship for higher education
• Skill development training for children
• Computer training assistance

Housing Benefits:

• House construction loan facility
• Low interest rate on housing loan
• Subsidy on house building
• Toilet construction assistance

Other Benefits:

• Free skill training programs
• Tool kit assistance ₹2000
• Cycle purchase scheme ₹3500
• Sewing machine for women ₹3500
• Safety equipment allowance

You know what, you can get multiple benefits at same time. Just make sure your labour card is active and you renew it every year on time.

Registration Fee Payment Process

The registration fee is only ₹50. Here’s how to pay online:

• After filling complete form and uploading documents
• You will reach payment page
• Select online payment option
• Choose debit card or net banking
• Enter your card number or login to net banking
• Enter amount ₹50 (already shown)
• Click on pay button
• Complete payment on bank page
• You will get payment success message
• Transaction ID will be shown
• Note down transaction number
• Payment receipt gets generated
• Download and save the receipt

Payment Tips:

• Keep your debit card ready
• Check account has minimum ₹100 balance
• Use only your own card
• Don’t share OTP with anyone
• Save transaction receipt

Failed Payment: If payment fails, don’t panic. Amount gets refunded in 3-5 days. Try payment again after 1 hour. Check your internet connection is stable.

Application Form Filling Guide

Let me share tips on how to fill form correctly:

Personal Details Section:

• Write name in capital letters
• Spelling should match Aadhar exactly
• Father name also from Aadhar
• Date of birth in DD/MM/YYYY format
• Select gender correctly
• Religion and caste from certificate

Contact Details Section:

• Mobile number should be active
• You will get all updates on this number
• Email optional but good to give
• Give alternate mobile if available

Address Section:

• Write complete house number
• Street name or locality clearly
• Village or town name
• Post office name
• Police station
• Block and district
• Pin code must be correct
• Same for permanent and current if both same

Employment Details Section:

• Select your work type from dropdown
• Write employer or contractor name clearly
• Give contractor mobile number
• Mention exact 90 days work period
• Start date and end date of work
• Nature of construction work

Bank Details Section:

• Write bank name correctly
• Account number – double check this
• IFSC code – very important, check bank passbook
• Branch name and address
• Account type – savings or current
• Make sure account is Aadhar linked

Family Details Section:

• Add spouse details if married
• Children details with Aadhar
• Select nominee from family
• Give nominee Aadhar number

Document Upload Process

Uploading documents correctly is very important. Listen carefully:

Document Format:

• Only JPG or PDF files allowed
• File size should be maximum 200 KB
• Scan clearly, not blurry photos
• Background should be plain white
• Don’t upload screenshots

How to Upload:

• Click on browse or choose file button
• Select document from your computer or phone
• Upload one document at a time
• Wait for upload complete message
• Preview the uploaded file
• If wrong, delete and upload again
• After all uploads, check once

Photo Upload Rules:

• Recent passport size color photo
• White background compulsory
• Face should be clear
• No caps or sunglasses
• Formal dress preferred

Common Upload Errors:

• File too large – reduce size using online tools
• Wrong format – convert to JPG using any app
• Upload failed – check internet connection
• File corrupt – scan document again

Trust me, take time in uploading. This is where most applications get rejected.

After Registration – What Happens Next

After you submit application successfully, here’s what happens:

Immediate Actions:

• Save application number safely
• Take printout of acknowledgement
• Keep transaction receipt
• Note down submission date

Department Processing:

• Your application goes to District Labour Office
• Officers verify all your documents
• They check 90 days work certificate carefully
• May contact your employer for confirmation
• Cross check your Aadhar details
• Verify bank account details

Verification Time: Normal processing takes 15 to 30 days. Sometimes may take 45 days if documents need clarification. Don’t worry, this is normal government process.

Status Updates:

• You get SMS on registered mobile
• Update when application received
• Update when under verification
• Update when approved or rejected
• You can also check status online anytime

After Approval:

• You get approval SMS
• Labour card number issued
• Card can be downloaded from portal
• All benefits become active
• You can apply for welfare schemes

How to Check Application Status

You should check your status regularly. Here’s how:

• Visit bocwscheme.bihar.gov.in website
• Click on registration status option
• Enter your application number
• Or enter mobile number and Aadhar
• Click on search or view status button
• Your current status will show
• Check what stage your application is in
• If approved, download button will appear

Check status after 7 days of application. Then check weekly until approval comes.

Labour Card Download Process

Once approved, download your labour card like this:

• Login to BOCW Bihar portal
• Go to download labour card section
• Enter your registration number
• Click on download certificate button
• Labour card PDF will open
• Check all details printed correctly
• Your photo should be visible
• Registration number clearly shown
• Click download and save PDF
• Take 2-3 printouts
• Keep soft copy on phone
• Laminate one hard copy for safety

What Information is on Card:

• Your name and photo
• Father/husband name
• Date of birth and age
• Registration number
• Card validity period
• Work type
• QR code for verification
• Issue date

Labour Card Renewal Process

Your labour card needs yearly renewal. Here’s the process:

• Labour card valid for 1 year only
• Renew before expiry date
• Login to BOCW Bihar portal
• Go to renewal section
• Enter labour card number
• Check existing details
• Update mobile number if changed
• Update address if shifted
• Upload fresh 90 days work certificate
• This is mandatory for renewal
• Pay renewal fee if applicable
• Submit renewal application
• Card renewed within 7 days

Renewal Important Points:

• Don’t wait for last date
• Renew 15 days before expiry
• Without renewal, benefits stop
• 90 days work proof needed every year
• Old card becomes invalid after expiry

Common Problems and Solutions

When I registered, I faced some issues. Let me share solutions:

Problem 1: Aadhar OTP Not Coming

• Check Aadhar mobile number is active
• Wait for 5 minutes
• Network delay sometimes happens
• Try resend OTP option
• If still problem, try after 1 hour

Problem 2: 90 Days Work Certificate

• This is biggest problem for workers
• Request contractor politely
• Explain it’s for government scheme
• If contractor refuses, contact labour inspector
• Can submit wage slips as alternative proof

Problem 3: Payment Failure

• Check debit card has sufficient balance
• Try different card or net banking
• Clear browser cache and cookies
• Try on different browser
• Payment gateway may be busy

Problem 4: Documents Upload Failed

• Reduce file size below 200 KB
• Use JPG format, not PNG
• Check internet speed
• Try uploading one by one slowly
• Don’t upload all together

Problem 5: Application Rejected

• Check rejection reason carefully
• Usually wrong documents or incomplete info
• Get correct documents ready
• Apply fresh with correct details
• Don’t resubmit same application

Problem 6: Status Showing Pending Too Long

• Normal time is 30 days
• After 45 days, contact labour office
• Visit with all original documents
• Meet concerned officer
• Get application tracked

Offline Registration Process

If you cannot register online, you can apply offline also:

• Visit nearest District Labour Office
• Meet labour welfare officer
• Collect registration form
• Fill form carefully in capital letters
• Attach all required documents
• Submit form with ₹50 fee
• Get acknowledgement receipt
• Processing takes 30-45 days
• Collect labour card from office when ready

Documents for Offline: Same as online – Aadhar, bank passbook, 90 days work certificate, photos, and all proofs.

Important Features of BOCW Bihar Portal

This portal has many good features. You know what, government made it really user friendly:

Online Services:

• Complete registration from anywhere
• No need to visit office
• Available 24/7 all days
• Works on mobile and computer
• Fast processing time

Scheme Applications:

• Apply for multiple welfare schemes online
• Track application status
• Check payment history
• Download benefit certificates
• Update details anytime

Transparency:

• Every step tracked online
• SMS alerts on mobile
• Know exact status always
• No middleman needed
• Direct communication with department

Mobile Friendly:

• Portal works smoothly on mobile
• No app download needed
• Responsive design
• Works on 2G, 3G, 4G internet
• Easy to use interface

Helpline and Contact Information

If you face any problem, here are contact options:

Toll Free Helpline:

• Number: 1800-345-6214
• Working Hours: 10 AM to 5 PM
• Monday to Friday (except holidays)
• Call and explain your problem
• Officers will guide you

Email Support:

• Official Email: bocwbihar@gmail.com
• Write detailed problem
• Mention your registration or application number
• Attach relevant documents
• Response within 3-4 working days

Office Visit:

• Visit District Labour Office in your district
• Carry all original documents
• Meet labour welfare officer
• Working hours: 10 AM to 5 PM weekdays
• Get personal assistance

Online Grievance:

• Use complaint option on portal
• Register grievance online
• Track complaint status
• Auto escalation if not resolved
• Usually resolved in 7-15 days

Tips for Successful Registration

Let me share helpful tips from my experience:

Before Starting Registration:

• Read all instructions carefully
• Check eligibility first
• Collect all documents
• Get clear scanned copies
• Ensure 90 days work certificate ready
• Check bank account is Aadhar linked
• Keep mobile phone with you

During Registration:

• Fill form in one sitting
• Don’t leave form incomplete
• Take your time, don’t rush
• Double check all entries
• Verify Aadhar spelling match
• Upload clear documents
• Review everything before submit

After Registration:

• Save application number safely
• Keep checking status weekly
• Respond if any clarification asked
• Keep original documents safe
• Don’t apply duplicate application

General Tips:

• Use only official website
• Don’t trust agents or middlemen
• Registration fee only ₹50, nothing more
• Keep mobile number active
• Update address if you shift

Note: Always use official website bocwscheme.bihar.gov.in only. Don’t trust fake websites or agents asking for extra money.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I register for BOCW Bihar online?

Yes, you can register completely online through bocwscheme.bihar.gov.in website. Just fill form, upload documents, pay ₹50 fee and submit application.

What is the minimum age for BOCW Bihar registration?

Minimum age is 18 years and maximum age is 60 years. Age is verified through your Aadhar card date of birth.

Is 90 days work certificate mandatory?

Yes, 90 days work certificate is mandatory. This proves you worked as construction worker in last 12 months. Without this certificate, registration gets rejected.

How much is the registration fee for labour card?

Registration fee is only ₹50. You pay online using debit card or net banking. Beware of agents asking more money. It’s completely official fee.

What documents are needed for BOCW Bihar registration?

You need Aadhar card, bank passbook, 90 days work certificate from contractor, passport photo, residence proof, and family member Aadhar cards for registration.

How long does approval take after applying?

Normal approval time is 15 to 30 days. Sometimes may take 45 days if verification needed. You get SMS notification once approved by department.

Can I apply if working in other state?

No, BOCW Bihar registration is only for workers working in Bihar state. If working in other state, register in that state labour board.

Is labour card renewal mandatory?

Yes, renewal is mandatory every year. You need to renew with fresh 90 days work certificate. Without renewal, card becomes inactive and benefits stop.

What if my application gets rejected?

Check rejection reason first. Fix the problem like getting proper documents or correcting information. Then apply again fresh with all correct details and documents.

Can I get labour card offline also?

Yes, you can visit District Labour Office and apply offline. Fill form manually, submit with documents and ₹50 fee. Processing takes 30-45 days in offline mode.