Delhi Education Assistance for the Construction Workers

The Education Assistance for the Construction Workers scheme, initiated by the Delhi Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (DBOCWWB), aims to support the educational needs of registered construction workers’ children. The scheme provides monthly financial aid for students from Class 1 to postgraduate technical education levels, helping them meet study-related expenses such as tuition, materials, and travel.

Short Summary

• Scheme Name: Education Assistance for the Construction Workers
• State: Delhi
• Department: Labour Department, DBOCWWB
• Beneficiaries: Children of registered construction workers
• Benefit Type: Monthly Financial Assistance for Education
• Mode of Application: Online via official DBOCWWB portal
• Disbursement Mode: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
• Application Fee: ₹25 at registration stage

Benefits

Note:
• Benefits are provided to up to two children of a registered worker.
• For technical/higher education, the worker must be a member for at least one year.
• Children of deceased members may continue receiving support under specified conditions.
• Financial assistance is granted only once for a graduation-level course.

Eligibility Criteria

For Worker Registration

• Must be a resident of Delhi
• Must be a construction/building worker
• Age should be between 18 and 60 years
• Must have worked at least 90 days in a given year

For Scheme Application

• Child of a registered and live member of DBOCWWB
• Must be studying in any of the following categories:

• School (Class 1–12)

• Graduation/ITI/LLB/Polytechnic/Technical Course

• Distance/Open Learning courses (recognized institution)

Application Process

Online Registration (for Workers)

1. Visit DBOCWWB Portal

2. Click “Register Now”

3. Fill Aadhaar, mobile, DOB, and create password

4. Upload photograph, video, employment proof, Aadhaar, bank details

5. Add family member details

6. Pay ₹25 registration fee online

7. Submit and download acknowledgment

Applying for Education Scheme

1. Visit DBOCWWB portal

2. Click “Apply for Scheme”

3. Log in using Aadhaar/Registration ID

4. Select Education Assistance scheme

5. Fill in student and course details, upload documents

6. Submit the application

Track Application Status

• Visit homepage > Click “Track Your Application”
• Enter application number to check the latest update

Documents Required

• Institutional Identity Card of the student
• Bank Passbook copy or cancelled cheque
• Aadhaar Card of the child
• Educational Fee Receipt (if applicable)
• Bonafide Certificate from the institution

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Which Department of the NCT of Delhi administers this scheme?
  This scheme is administered by the Labour Department, of the National Capital Territory of Delhi.
• Where can I find the URL of the Delhi Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board?
  The URL of the Official Website of the Delhi Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board is: https://bocw.delhi.gov.in/.
• What is the URL for the registration of this scheme?
  The applicants needs to register through clicking on the “Register” button on DBoCWWB website: https://dbocwwb.delhi.gov.in/cwapp/MyLoginPage?ReturnUrl=%2Fcwapp%2F
• In case of change, how does the worker update their registered Mobile number on the website?
  The facility to amend a worker’s registered mobile number on the new DBoCWWB Website is still under process. However, workers who are migrating their membership from E-District Website to the new DBoCWWB Website have an option to update/revise their mobile numbers in the migration form.
• What is a Construction Certificate/Labour Card?
  As an enrolled member with BoCW Welfare Board, the worker will receive a Construction Certificate popularly known as the Labour Card. A Construction Certificate/Labour Card is a document with the worker’s personal details like DoB, Address, Registration Number, Date of Registration along with details of the next date of renewal.
  The Construction Certificate/Labour Card is to be shown when applying for any of the claims under the BoCW Act. It is important for the worker to renew their Construction Certificate/Labour Card in order to remain active members. This renewal must be undertaken on a yearly basis.
• I am from another state but working as a construction worker in Delhi, can | get registered?
  Yes, a Construction Worker native to any place in India, but working in Delhi can register with the DBoCWWB. The Construction Workers must own an Aadhar Card from any place in India and should have a Proof of Residence of staying in Delhi.
• Can members in my family also register if they are all registered construction workers?
  Yes, if there are more than one member in the family who are engaged in Construction Work, they can all register under the DBoCWWB.
• Is there a specific age requirement for construction workers to be eligible for registration?
  Yes, construction workers must be at least 18 years old but not more than 60 years old to be eligible for registration under Section 12 of the Main Act.
• What is the duration of engagement required for construction workers to qualify for registration?
  Construction workers must have engaged in building or other construction work for a minimum of 90 days during the preceding 12 months to qualify for registration under Section 12 of the Main Act.
• What is the Registration/Renewal fee?
  Registration : ₹ 25/-and Renewal : ₹ 20/- and ₹ 2/- per month (late fee).
• How can one track the status of my Application on the Website?
  To track, the worker can use the track feature available on the website’s landing page. Choose the “Type of Service’ availed, i.e, whether the application was for Registration/Renewal/Claims/Amendment. In the white box, enter the application number mentioned in the acknowledgment receipt. Click Track Application now and a pop-up box will indicate the current status of the Application.
• What consequences a worker may face if he/she does not renew the card?
  If a worker does not renew the card, he will not be eligible for the benefit in future, but with the permission of the authorized officer, the membership can be returned with the outstanding amount, though this facility will not be available more than 2 time

Contact Details

• Helpline Number: 011-41236600
• DBOCWWB Department Number: 011-23813846 (9:30 AM – 6:00 PM)

Sources and References

• Guidelines
• Latest Guidelines
• User Manual (Registration)
• FAQs
• Amendment