A Labour Card, also known as a Building and Other Construction Workers (BOCW) card, is an official government-issued identity card for workers in the unorganized sector, particularly in construction. It serves as a key to accessing various social welfare schemes and benefits provided by the state government

how to apply ?

Here are the steps to apply for a labour card online:

• Visit the official website of your state’s labour department.
• Look for the ‘New Labour Card Registration’.
• Now, from the drop-down menu, choose your District.
• Provide your details such as your first name, last name, email address, and mobile number.
• Enter your Aadhaar card number.
• Verify your mobile number and email address.
• Click on ‘Submit’.

Benifit of labour card ?

A labour card comes with the following benefits:

1. Free education and life insurance benefits.
2. Cardholders can avail of free health insurance under PM Aysuhman Bharat Yojana, Biju Swathya Kalyan Yojana, etc.
3. Assistance is provided to women during pregnancy and childbirth.
4. Assistance is provided in the case of death or injury due to an accident.
5. Scholarships for children’s education.
6. Financial assistance for the purchase of shovels and other types of equipments.
7. Home loans can be availed.
8. Assistance for skill development.
9. Financial assistance for the marriage of the cardholder’s daughter.