Denture, Spectacles and Hearing Aid Scheme (P.B.O.C.W.W.B)

Denture, Spectacles and Hearing Aid Scheme (P.B.O.C.W.W.B) provides financial support to registered construction workers and their families in Punjab. The Punjab Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board covers the cost of dentures, spectacles and hearing aids based on recommendations from government medical officers.

This scheme is part of the welfare measures run by the Board under the Department of Labour, Punjab. Registered construction workers and their dependents can use this support to take care of these important health needs. As of August 2026, the scheme continues to accept applications from eligible registered workers.

Denture, Spectacles and Hearing Aid Scheme (P.B.O.C.W.W.B) - Introduction

Denture, Spectacles and Hearing Aid Scheme (P.B.O.C.W.W.B) is a dedicated scheme by the BOCW Welfare Board under the Department of Labour, Punjab. It gives cash support to registered construction workers and their dependents for buying dentures, spectacles and hearing aids. If you are a registered worker, you can use this support to cover these health expenses.

The Board pays the actual expenditure or the scheme limit, whichever is lower. The benefit is given only once to a beneficiary or a family member.

Key Information

Benefits

You can receive financial support for the following medical items. Note that the board covers the actual expenditure or the limit mentioned below, whichever is lower:

This support is available only once per beneficiary or family member. You should provide a recommendation from a government medical officer or the Incharge of an E.S.I. Dispensary along with your actual bills to process the claim.

Eligibility

To qualify for this support, you must be a registered member of the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Punjab. You need to meet the following labour criteria to register as a construction worker:

• You should be a resident of Punjab.
• Your age should be between 18 and 60 years.
• You should have worked as a building or construction worker for at least 90 days during the last year.
• Your monthly income should be ₹15,000 or less.
• You should not be a member of any other welfare fund or contributor to EPF, NPS or ESIC, and you should not be an income tax payer.

For the scheme claim, you must be a registered beneficiary with the Board and should be paying your membership contributions regularly.

Exclusions

You are not eligible for this benefit if you have already claimed financial support for the same medical items from any other government department or welfare scheme.

Application Process

You should apply through your nearest Sewa Kendra or by contacting the local Labour Inspector. To register with the Board, fill out Form No. 28. Once registered as a beneficiary, use Form No. 40 to apply for the medical support.

A worker registers with a one-time fee of ₹25 and a monthly contribution of ₹10. You can register for a period of 1 to 5 years.

STEP 1 - Visit your nearest Sewa Kendra or contact the local Labour Inspector to get the registration details.

STEP 2 - Fill out Form No. 28 for registration and submit the required documents along with the registration fee.

STEP 3 - Once registered, get a medical recommendation from a government medical officer or E.S.I. Dispensary Incharge.

STEP 4 - Submit Form No. 40 with the medical recommendation and actual bills to claim the support.

Important Links

Check your status or download your card using these resources:

• Registration Status and Card Download
• Official BOCW Welfare Schemes Page

Documents

Make sure you have the following ready when you apply:

For Registration:

• Age proof (or self-declaration)
• Residence proof
• Aadhaar card
• Bank account details (copy of passbook)
• Employment certificate (Form No. 28) proving 90 days of work
• Nomination form (Form No. 27)

For Scheme Claim:

• Medical prescription from a government doctor
• Attested bills from the Medical Officer or Civil Surgeon

References

Official Scheme Guidelines

Form No. 28 Registration Form

FAQ's

Who is eligible to apply for this medical scheme?

Any registered construction worker or their dependent family members who are currently active members of the Punjab BOCW Board can apply.

How much financial aid is provided?

You can receive up to ₹800 for spectacles, ₹5,000 for dentures, and ₹6,000 for hearing aids, based on actual expenses.

Where do I submit my application?

You should visit your nearest Sewa Kendra or submit your documents directly to the Labour Inspector in your area.

Can I apply for this benefit multiple times?

No, the scheme benefit is provided only once to an eligible beneficiary or their family member.

What if I do not have an age proof?

If you lack formal age proof, you may provide a self-declaration to proceed with your registration.