AI SummarySkill Development Training - 15 Days Residential Skill Up-gradation Training Programme is a state scheme of Telangana run by the Telangana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (TBOCWWB). The programme offers a 15 day residential training for registered construction workers to improve their skills in different trades, with a daily stipend of rupees 300. Applications are being accepted through the board, both in online and offline mode, for the current 2026 training batches.
The scheme was launched in September 2016 under the Labour, Employment Training and Factories Department of Telangana. It is still listed among the active welfare schemes of the board, and the board has also introduced a separate online training registration portal so workers can apply without visiting the office.
Skill Development Training - 15 Days Residential Skill Up-gradation Training Programme - Introduction
The programme helps registered construction workers sharpen their technical abilities and learn modern construction methods. Training is provided in trades like masonry, bar bending, plumbing and sanitation, electrical house wiring, painting, welding, dry wall and false ceiling, building carpentry and formwork carpentry. A worker can choose the trade that matches their work profile and interest.
Training sessions mix classroom lessons with hands-on practice. This helps workers understand safety rules, read drawings, handle tools properly and complete work faster. Many workers report that after finishing this training they get better daily wages and more regular work from contractors because their skill level is certified by the board.
Available Trades:
| Masonry | Bar Bending |
| Plumbing & Sanitation | Electrical House Wiring |
| Painting | Welding |
| Dry Wall & False Ceiling | Building Carpentry |
| Formwork Carpentry |
Key Information
| Scheme Name | Skill Development Training - 15 Days Residential Skill Up-gradation Training Programme |
|---|---|
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| State | Telangana |
| Category | Social welfare & Empowerment, Skills & Employment |
| Benefit Type | Cash stipend |
| Nodal Department | Labour, Employment Training and Factories Department |
| Start Date | 06-09-2016 |
Benefits
Selected trainees get a daily stipend of rupees 300 to cover their living expenses during the residential stay. Accommodation, food and training material are provided free as part of the residential arrangement, so the worker does not need to spend money from their own pocket.
Training runs for 15 working days and totals 120 hours, which includes 24 hours of theory and 96 hours of practical work. The board spends about rupees 7,000 on each trainee, including stipend and training costs. At the end of the course, trainees receive a certificate that helps them get better wages and more job offers from contractors.
Eligibility
To apply for this training, a worker must meet these conditions:
- Must be a registered worker with the Telangana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Hyderabad.
- Age must be between 18 and 45 years.
- Must have working knowledge of Telugu, Hindi or English so the training sessions can be followed easily.
There are no formal educational requirements. Any registered construction worker who fits the age and language condition can apply, because the training is practical and trade-focused.
Documents
These documents are needed when submitting the application:
- Passport size photograph, BOC ID card, Ration card, and Aadhaar card for identity and address proof.
- First page of bank account passbook so the stipend can be transferred to the correct account.
Application Process
STEP 1 - Visit the official TBOCWWB website and open the Downloads section from the menu. Download the application form for Skill Development Training - 15 Days Residential Skill Up-gradation Training Programme.
STEP 2 - Fill in personal details accurately and attach self-attested copies of the required documents like Aadhaar card, BOC ID card, photograph and bank passbook.
STEP 3 - Submit the completed form to the designated officer at the local labour department office. Collect the acknowledgment receipt which shows the date, submission time and a unique application number for future tracking.
STEP 4 - Or apply through the TBOCWWB Online Training Registration portal, which the board has made available for skill upgradation training applications. Follow the portal instructions, fill the details and upload the documents online.
References
Official Guidelines | Online Training Registration Portal
FAQ's
What is the purpose of the 15 Days Residential Skill Up-gradation Training Programme?
The programme improves technical skills of registered construction workers in trades like masonry, welding and electrical wiring so they can work safely and earn better wages.
Who is eligible to apply?
Any worker registered with the Telangana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board who is between 18 and 45 years old and knows Telugu, Hindi or English can apply.
Is there a fee for the training?
No, the training is free. The board covers the full cost, which is about rupees 7,000 per trainee.
Will I receive financial help during training?
Yes, trainees receive a daily stipend of rupees 300 to cover expenses while attending the residential sessions.
What is the duration of the training?
The course runs for 15 working days, involving 120 hours of training with 24 hours of theory and 96 hours of practical work.
Are there specific educational requirements?
There are no formal educational requirements as the training is practical and trade-focused.
How many people are in one batch?
Each batch accommodates 30 trainees per trade so that every worker gets personal attention from the trainer.