Cost of Spectacle for the Construction Workers
The “Cost of Spectacle for the Construction Workers” scheme by the BOCW Welfare Board, Labour Department,West Bengal, is a welfare scheme that provides reimbursement for purchasing spectacle to each registered beneficiary if required.
- Ministry / Department
- Labour Department
- Level
- State
- Benefit type
- cash
What is Cost of Spectacle for the Construction Workers?
The “Cost of Spectacle for the Construction Workers” scheme by the BOCW Welfare Board, Labour Department,West Bengal, is a welfare scheme that provides reimbursement for purchasing spectacle to each registered beneficiary if required.
- Benefit
- • Quantum of Assistance: Upto ₹500/- for purchasing spectacle. <br>
- Level
- State — West Bengal
- Ministry / Dept.
- Labour Department
- Benefit type
- cash
- Key eligibility
- > For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:
- Last verified
- 18 Jun 2026
Benefits
• Quantum of Assistance: Upto ₹500/- for purchasing spectacle. <br>
Eligibility
Documents Required
- ✓ > For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:
- ✓ Passport size photographs of the worker (Four copies).
- ✓ Attested copy of Proof of Age.
- ✓ > For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:
- ✓ Identity Card of the member.
- ✓ Original bill/ voucher of the purchased Spectacle.
- ✓ Any other document if required.
How to Apply
Step 1: Offline — Step 1
To register as a beneficiary under the BOCW Welfare Board, an applicant worker should request Form-27 from the Assistant Labour Commissioners/ Beneficiary Registering Officers and should attach all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
Step 2: Offline — Step 2
Application shall be submitted to the Assistant Labour Commissioners/ Beneficiary Registering Officers. > Application Process of the Welfare Scheme:
Step 1: Offline — Step 1
A registered worker should request the application from the Assistant Labour Commissioners/ Beneficiary Registering Officers and should attach all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
Step 2: Offline — Step 2
Application shall be submitted to the Assistant Labour Commissioners/ Beneficiary Registering Officers for this benefit. > Helpdesk: Labour Department Department of Labour, Government of West Bengal, 12th Floor, N.S Building, Block-A, 1, Kiran Shankar Roy Road, Kolkata-700001 Helpline of Labour Department, Govt. of West Bengal (Shramik Sathi): 1800-103-0009 > Note: - Upon successful verification, the construction worker is registered and an identity card and passbook are issued to him/ her. ₹20/- as the registration fee and ₹30/- as yearly subscription is taken. The amounts taken are noted in the passbook and a receipt is issued. - After one year, the beneficiary's subscription is renewed upon payment of a renewal fee of ₹30/- and submission of an application in Form-27A. - If not renewed the registration of the beneficiary is cancelled after the expiry of one year. Fresh application for renewal to be submitted to the ALC for consideration.
FAQ
What is the age requirement for registration as a beneficiary under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of West Bengal?
The building worker must be at least 18 years old and not older than 60 years old.
Is there a minimum service requirement to register as a beneficiary?
Yes, the building worker must have completed 90 days of service as a building worker in the preceding 12 months.
Who can apply for the welfare scheme?
Any registered worker of the Board can apply for the welfare scheme.
Who is responsible for registering a worker as a beneficiary?
At present all Assistant Labour Commissioners and Inspectors posted at blocks and municipalities shall be responsible for registering a worker as a beneficiary.
Who is eligible for registration as a beneficiary of the BOCW Welfare Board?
Every building worker who is between the age of 18-60 years and who has been engaged in any building or other construction work for not less than 90 days during the preceding one year is eligible for registration as a beneficiary of the BOCW Welfare Board of West Bengal.
What is the procedure for applying for the registration?
To register as a beneficiary under the BOCW Welfare Board, an applicant worker should collect and submit Form-27 with all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required) and a fee of [?]20/- to the Assistant Labour Commissioners/ Beneficiary Registering Officers.
Is there a specific form for the registration as a beneficiary under the BOCW Welfare Board?
Yes, the application for registration must be made in Form-27. You can obtain this form from the Assistant Labour Commissioners/ Beneficiary Registering Officers in your area.
What happens after a construction worker is successfully verified for registration?
Upon successful verification, the construction worker is registered, and an identity card and passbook are issued to him/her.
What are the fees associated with the registration process?
The registration fee is [?]20/-, and the yearly subscription fee is [?]30/-. These amounts are noted in the passbook, and a receipt is issued.
How is the yearly subscription fee documented?
The yearly subscription fee of [?]30/- is recorded in the passbook, and a receipt is issued for the payment.
What is the process for renewing the subscription after one year?
After the expiry of one year, the subscription of the beneficiary is renewed upon payment of a renewal fee of [?]30/- and submission of an application made in Form-27A.
What happens if the subscription is not renewed after one year?
If the subscription is not renewed, the registration of the beneficiary is cancelled after the expiry of one year.
Can a beneficiary reapply for renewal after cancellation?
Yes, a fresh application for renewal can be submitted to the Assistant Labour Commissioner (ALC) for consideration.
What criteria must an applicant meet to be considered for this benefit?
A registered member under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of West Bengal, shall be eligible for this benefit.
How much financial assistance is given under this benefit?
A member is eligible for a reimbursement of up to [?]500/- for purchasing spectacle under this benefit.
Where can the prescribed format be collected from?
The prescribed format can be collected from Assistant Labour Commissioners/ Beneficiary Registering Officers in your area.
Where do I submit the application for this welfare scheme?
Submit your welfare scheme application to the Assistant Labour Commissioners/ Beneficiary Registering Officers in your area.
Sources & References
- Official scheme website ↗
- Source record ↗
- Information is summarised from official government sources. Verify all details on the official website before applying.
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