Pension Benefit for the Construction Worker is a welfare scheme of the Sikkim Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. It gives a pension of ₹10,000 to registered construction workers in Sikkim who have completed 60 years of age, so they get regular income support after years of work in the building sector.
Sikkim Labour Department continues to offer this pension support in financial year 2026-27. Workers already registered with the Board can apply through their District Labour Office, and the pension starts from the first day of the month after the worker turns 60.
Pension Benefit for the Construction Worker - Introduction
Construction workers build homes, roads and other structures across Sikkim, yet they often retire without savings. This scheme from the Sikkim Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board pays a monthly pension to registered members who have reached the age of 60, in recognition of their years of hard work in the building sector.
For a registered construction worker in Sikkim, this scheme works as long term security. Once a member crosses 60 years, the pension payment begins, and the family can plan with more confidence during retirement.
Key Information
| Scheme Name | Pension Benefit for the Construction Worker |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Beneficiary State | Sikkim |
| Category | Social welfare & Empowerment |
| Benefit Type | Cash |
| Nodal Department | Labour Department |
Benefits
Eligible people receive a fixed pension amount of ₹10,000 to support their daily needs after retirement from active construction work.
Pension is paid on a monthly basis. It becomes payable from the first day of the month after the beneficiary completes 60 years of age.
Eligibility
To claim this pension, the worker must first register with the Sikkim Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. Requirements for registration are given below:
- Applicant should be a permanent resident of Sikkim.
- Applicant must be actively working as a building or construction worker.
- Age should be between 18 and 60 years at the time of registration.
- Applicant should have worked at least 90 days as a construction worker within the last year.
After registration, the following conditions apply for the pension claim:
- Applicant should be an active registered member of the Board.
- Applicant must have completed 60 years of age.
- Proof is needed of working as a building worker for at least 5 years after initial registration with the Board.
Application Process
Application for this pension is done offline. The whole process has two parts: first registering as a construction worker and then applying for the pension.
STEP 1 - Submit the completed registration form along with the required documents to the Registering Officer of your area. After checking the details, the officer registers the worker and issues an Identity Card in Form XXVIII.
STEP 2 - Once the Identity Card is received, get the application form for the pension scheme from the District Labour Office or download it from the official BOCW page.
STEP 3 - Fill the pension application form and submit it with the mandatory documents to the Secretary or any Officer authorized by him in the District Labour Office. Documents can be self attested where needed.
STEP 4 - The department checks the eligibility of the applicant. Once verified, the pension payment starts from the first day of the month after the worker turns 60.
Useful Forms: Application form for beneficiary registration, Form XXVII, and application form for pension, Form XXXVII, are available on the official BOCW welfare page. Form XXVII is at page 153 and Form XXXVII is at page 163 of the scheme guidelines.
Helpdesk: Workers can call the BOCW Nodal Officer at 70769-26998, east district at 90643-89842, Pakyong at 90028-33969, south at 96098-63959, west at 95477-16798, north at 96359-98441, or the labour toll free number 18003451474 for any help.
Documents
Keep the following documents ready before applying:
- Passport sized photographs for the registration form.
- Attested copy of age proof and address proof.
- Details of the current place of work.
- Proof of registration fee payment (₹20).
- Letter from the employer and the Identity Card issued by the Board for the pension claim.
- Birth certificate or other age proof for the pension claim.
Construction workers in Sikkim can also check other schemes of the Board such as Medical Assistance for the Construction Worker, Funeral Assistance for the Construction Worker, Maternity Assistance for the Construction Worker, Marriage Assistance for the Construction Workers and Permanent Disability - Death Benefit for the Construction Workers.
References
Sikkim Labour Department Official Website
FAQ's
What is the age limit for registration?
Workers between 18 and 60 years can register as a beneficiary.
How long must I have worked to qualify for registration?
At least 90 days as a construction worker during the preceding 12 months.
What is the registration fee for construction workers?
Workers pay a registration fee of ₹20.
How much is the monthly contribution for the fund?
Each beneficiary contributes ₹20 per month to the fund, payable every 3 months.
Can I resume my membership if I default on payments?
Yes, membership can be resumed up to two times with the permission of the Secretary, after paying all outstanding arrears.
When do I start receiving my pension?
Pension is payable from the first day of the month after the worker turns 60.
What if my application is rejected?
The applicant receives a rejection notice within 90 days, and can appeal to the Board within 60 days of receiving the order.
Is this scheme still open for applications?
Yes, as of August 2026 the Board continues to accept applications through the District Labour Office in Sikkim.