Grant of Token Amount for Construction of House for the Construction Workers

Grant of Token Amount for Construction of House for the Construction Workers is a welfare scheme by the BOCW Welfare Board of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu. It gives registered construction workers financial support to build their own homes. The scheme is open for eligible workers of the Union Territory in 2026, and applications can now be submitted online through the labour department portal.

This scheme helps a registered worker get a token amount to construct a house on his or her own land. The amount depends on the housing scheme the worker is covered under. Registered members of the Board who do not own a pucca house can apply and get the benefit.

Grant of Token Amount for Construction of House for the Construction Workers - Introduction

Grant of Token Amount for Construction of House for the Construction Workers is managed by the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board under the Labour Department of the U.T. Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. The Board gives a token amount to a registered worker who wants to build a home on his or her own land. The amount is paid based on the contribution made by the worker, and it is given once the Board is satisfied with the application.

In 2026 the scheme continues to run, and the labour department has set up an online portal for labour services. Workers can register for the BOCW labour card and track their applications online. For those who already have a registered membership, the application for the house construction grant can be made in the prescribed form and submitted to the Member Secretary of the Board.

Key Information

Benefits

To support the dream of building a home, the scheme gives financial support based on the current housing status of the worker. The benefit amount is fixed under different categories, and it is paid as a contribution or reimbursement towards the house construction. The benefits are as follows:

Eligibility

To get this financial support, a worker needs to meet the conditions given below. The eligibility is checked in two parts, first for registration as a construction worker and then for the welfare scheme.

For Registration as a Construction Worker

• Worker should be a resident of the U.T. of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.
• Worker should be aged between 18 and 60 years.
• Worker should have worked in the building or construction sector for at least 90 days in the past year.

For the Welfare Scheme

• Worker should be a registered member under the BOCW Welfare Board of the U.T. for at least one year.
• Worker should not currently own a pucca house.
• The construction must take place on the worker's own land.

Application Process

The application for the house construction grant is made offline in the prescribed Form-IV, while the BOCW labour card registration can now be done online through the labour department portal. The steps are given below.

STEP 1 - Get registered as a construction worker. Submit the application in the prescribed form along with the required documents and a nominal registration fee of ₹50 to the officer authorized by the Board. New workers can also apply online for the BOCW labour card through the labour department portal.

STEP 2 - Apply for the scheme. Once registered, fill out Form-IV and submit it to the Member Secretary (BOCWWB) along with all the required documents.

STEP 3 - Verify the beneficiary status. Visit the official BOCW website and search with the BOCW Registration Number to check the status of the application.

Helpdesk: Contact the Labour Department at 0260 - 2642374 or email labour-dnh@nic.in for further guidance.

Documents

Keep the following documents ready for the application. The list is divided into documents needed for worker registration and for the scheme application.

For Worker Registration

• Recent passport-size photographs.
• Proof of Age.
• Address Proof.
• Employment details in the construction establishment.
• Proof of registration fee payment.

For Scheme Application

• Approved house plan and estimate.
• Contribution receipt under PMAY (G) or PMAY (U), if applicable.
• Copy of Bank Passbook, Aadhaar, or Identity Card.

References

Official Guidelines | Official BOCW Portal | Labour Department Portal

FAQ's

What is the age requirement for registration as a beneficiary?

Workers should be between 18 and 60 years of age to register.

Do I need minimum work experience?

Yes, workers should have worked in construction for at least 90 days in the preceding 12 months.

Who can apply for this scheme?

Any registered member of the Board who has completed one year of membership and does not own a pucca house can apply.

Is there a specific form for the application?

Yes, the prescribed Form-IV is used to apply for this welfare scheme.

Can I build a house on rented land?

No, the house must be constructed on the worker's own land.

Where do I submit my application?

The application is submitted to the Member Secretary of the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (BOCWWB).