Work & livelihoodCentral
e-Shram registration
A national worker ID (UAN) that links unorganised workers to social security schemes
For: Unorganised workers aged 16 to 59
See eligibility and documents
Construction worker (BOCW) welfare board registration
State schemeState Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Boards
Access to board benefits such as children’s education aid, maternity and medical help, and pension (they differ by state).
Who it is for
Building and construction workers aged 18 to 60.
Basic eligibility
- Worked at least 90 days in construction in the past 12 months.
Documents usually needed
- Aadhaar
- 90-day work certificate from employer, contractor or union
- Bank account passbook
- Photo
How to apply
Register with your state’s BOCW welfare board, online or at the labour office.
Official source: labour.gov.in
Always confirm eligibility, benefits, documents, deadlines and how to apply on the official source before you act. We do not guarantee approval of any application. This page was last reviewed in November 2026; amounts and rules may have changed since.
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