Grant for Purchase of Tools (BBOCWWB) provides financial assistance of up to ₹15,000 to registered construction workers in Bihar who have completed skill upgradation training. The scheme helps workers buy trade-related tools to improve their livelihood and professional efficiency.
Bihar Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (BBOCWWB) runs this scheme under the Labour Resources Department of the Government of Bihar. The scheme is open on a rolling basis throughout the year, so registered workers can apply any time. A digital portal was launched in July 2025, which makes online application easier for eligible workers.
Grant for Purchase of Tools (BBOCWWB) - Introduction
Grant for Purchase of Tools (BBOCWWB) is a state-level scheme for registered construction workers of Bihar. The board provides financial support of up to ₹15,000 to buy trade-specific tools once a worker completes the required skill upgradation training. This helps workers such as masons, carpenters, plumbers, electricians and fitters perform their work with proper equipment.
The payment is sent directly to the bank account of the eligible worker through DBT. The scheme is a grant, not a loan, so the amount does not need to be repaid. There is no fixed last date, and workers can apply whenever they meet the eligibility conditions.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Grant for Purchase of Tools (BBOCWWB) |
| Level | State |
| Beneficiary State | Bihar |
| Category | Skills and Employment |
| Benefit Amount | Up to ₹15,000 |
| Benefit Type | Cash Grant (DBT) |
| Application Mode | Online and Offline |
| Nodal Department | Labour Resources Department |
| Implementing Agency | Bihar Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board |
| Official Website | bocwscheme.bihar.gov.in |
Benefits
Eligible construction workers receive financial support of up to ₹15,000 to purchase tools needed for their trade. The amount is transferred directly to the bank account through DBT, so there is no middleman involved. This grant is available once the worker completes the mandatory skill upgradation training of at least three months at a recognized institution.
The scheme covers many trades. Electricians can buy testers, pliers, wire cutters and multimeters. Plumbers can get pipe wrenches and cutting tools. Masons can buy trowels, levels and measuring tapes. Fitters, mobile repair workers, beauticians and sewing workers can also get tools as per their trade requirements.
Eligibility
Only registered construction workers of Bihar can apply for this grant. The eligibility conditions are given below.
- Applicant must be actively engaged in building or construction work in Bihar.
- Applicant must hold a valid Bihar Labour Card, which means registration with the Bihar Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- Membership must remain active at the time of applying.
- Applicant must have completed skill upgradation training of at least three months from a recognized institution, and must have the training completion certificate.
Workers covered under the Factory Act, 1948 or the Mines Act, 1952 are not eligible for this construction worker scheme. General youth and ITI students who are not registered as construction workers cannot apply.
Application Process
Workers who do not yet have a Labour Card must first register with the board. Registration can be done at the district Labour Superintendent Office, also called Niyojanalaya. The applicant needs an Aadhaar card, bank passbook and a work certificate showing at least 90 days of construction work in the last 12 months. The one-time registration fee is ₹50, and the Labour Card is usually issued within 30 to 45 days.
After registration, the worker must complete skill upgradation training of at least three months from a government recognized institution and obtain the training completion certificate. Once both these steps are done, the worker can apply for the toolkit grant.
STEP 1 - Visit the official website of the Bihar Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board at bocwscheme.bihar.gov.in and log in with the registered mobile number.
STEP 2 - Select the "Grant for Purchase of Tools" scheme from the list of available schemes on the portal.
STEP 3 - Fill in the application form with the Labour Card number, training details and bank account information.
STEP 4 - Upload the required documents such as the training certificate, Aadhaar card and bank passbook.
STEP 5 - Submit the application and keep a note of the acknowledgment number to track the status later.
For the offline process, the worker can visit the district Labour Office or Niyojanalaya, collect the application form free of cost, fill in the details, attach self-attested copies of the documents and submit the form to the designated staff. An acknowledgment receipt is given after submission.
Documents
Keep the following documents ready before applying for the grant.
- Bihar Labour Card (BOCW registration) as proof of eligibility.
- Aadhaar Card for identity verification.
- Aadhaar-linked bank passbook for receiving the DBT payment.
- Skill upgradation training certificate of at least three months.
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Work certificate showing at least 90 days of construction work.
- Valid proof of residence in Bihar.
References
The official sources for this scheme are given below.
FAQ's
What is the amount of financial assistance provided?
The scheme provides a maximum of ₹15,000 to help registered construction workers purchase tools related to their trade.
Who is eligible to apply for this grant?
Any construction worker such as a mason, carpenter, plumber, electrician or fitter who is registered with the BBOCWWB and has completed the skill upgradation training is eligible.
Is completing skill upgradation training mandatory?
Yes, the worker must complete skill upgradation training of at least three months from a recognized institution to qualify for the ₹15,000 grant.
Is there any last date to apply?
No, the scheme runs on a rolling basis throughout the year. There is no fixed deadline, and eligible workers can apply any time.
How is the payment made?
The amount is transferred directly to the Aadhaar-linked bank account of the worker through DBT. The bank account must have Aadhaar linked, otherwise the payment may fail.
Can MNREGA workers apply?
Yes, MNREGA workers involved in construction activities, excluding horticulture and forestry, can apply if they are registered with the board.
Can I apply for this grant more than once?
No, the benefit of this scheme can be availed only once during the registration period.
Are factory workers entitled to this scheme?
No, workers covered under the Factory Act, 1948 or the Mines Act, 1952 are not eligible for this construction worker scheme.
What is the helpline number?
The BOCW toll-free helpline number is 1800-345-6214 for any queries related to the scheme.