Urban Health Kiosk Scheme (P.B.O.C.W.W.B) is a welfare scheme run by the Punjab Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board under the Department of Labour, Punjab. It provides primary health facilities to registered construction workers and their families through urban health kiosks in slum areas, operated by the Punjab Health Society. The scheme is open for eligible workers in 2026 and workers can apply through their nearest Sewa Kendra or Labour Inspector.
For many daily wage workers, reaching a hospital during the day is hard. Under this scheme, basic checkups and treatment for common ailments are available near the areas where construction workers live, so a mason, helper, or family member does not have to travel far or spend a lot on outpatient care. As of August 2026, the scheme continues to be listed among the welfare schemes of the Punjab BOCW Welfare Board.
Urban Health Kiosk Scheme (P.B.O.C.W.W.B) - Introduction
Urban Health Kiosk Scheme (P.B.O.C.W.W.B) works through primary health kiosks that are set up in urban slum areas and managed by the Punjab Health Society. A registered construction worker and his dependents can get primary consultations and basic treatment at these kiosks.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Urban Health Kiosk Scheme (P.B.O.C.W.W.B) |
| Run By | Punjab Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board |
| Department | Department of Labour, Punjab |
| Level | State |
| Beneficiary State | Punjab |
| Scheme For | Family |
| Category | Health and wellness |
| Benefit Type | In kind |
| DBT Scheme | No |
Benefits
Under Urban Health Kiosk Scheme (P.B.O.C.W.W.B), eligible construction workers and their family members get access to primary health services in kiosks located inside urban slum areas. These kiosks are managed by the Punjab Health Society and provide basic medical consultations and treatment for common ailments.
Services at these kiosks are either free or highly subsidized, which keeps treatment costs low for worker families. Since the kiosks are placed near the workers' living areas, regular health monitoring becomes easier for people who cannot afford clinic visits or take long leaves from work.
Eligibility
To use the health facilities, you first need to be a registered member of the Punjab Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. Your family members are also covered once you are registered.
These conditions apply for registration as a building or construction worker:
- You should be a resident of Punjab.
- You should be a construction worker in the unorganised sector, between 18 and 60 years of age.
- You should have worked in construction for at least 90 days during the past year.
- Your monthly income should be ₹15,000 or less.
- You should not be a member of any other welfare fund, and you should not hold benefits from EPF, NPS, or ESIC.
- You should not be an income tax payer.
Application Process
You can apply by visiting the nearest Sewa Kendra or by contacting the local Labour Inspector in your area.
STEP 1 - Register yourself with the Punjab BOCW Welfare Board by filling out Form No. 28, available at the Sewa Kendra or on the official website bocw.punjab.gov.in. Submit the form along with the required documents to the Labour Inspector of your area.
STEP 2 - Pay a one-time registration fee of ₹25 and a monthly contribution of ₹10. You can register for a minimum of one year and a maximum of five years.
STEP 3 - After registration, approach the Assistant Labour Commissioner or your local Labour Inspector to start the application for Urban Health Kiosk Scheme (P.B.O.C.W.W.B) benefits.
Important Links
Check registration application status | Download registration card | BOCW welfare schemes list
Helpdesk: You can contact the Punjab Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board at +91 172-2540125 or email bocwhq@gmail.com for support. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Documents
Keep these documents ready for your registration as a construction worker:
- Age proof, or a self-declaration if age proof is not available.
- Proof of residence in Punjab.
- Aadhaar card, if available.
- Bank account details with IFSC or RTGS codes.
- Details of dependents.
- Employer's Certificate (Form No. 28) confirming 90 days of work.
- Nomination Form (Form No. 27).
For scheme benefits, keep your Registration ID ready.
References
Official Scheme Guidelines | About the Board | FAQs and Instructions
FAQ's
Who is eligible to register for this scheme?
Any construction worker in Punjab aged between 18 and 60 years who has completed at least 90 days of construction work in the last year and meets the income conditions is eligible.
Where can I find the health kiosks?
The kiosks are set up in urban slum areas across Punjab so that construction workers and their families do not have to travel far for primary medical checkups.
Is any fee charged to use the health services?
The health services at the kiosks are provided free or at highly subsidized rates for registered workers and their dependents.
Who manages these health kiosks?
The Punjab Health Society runs the daily operations and staffing of these kiosks under the Punjab BOCW Welfare Board.
Can my family use these facilities?
Yes, dependents of registered construction workers are covered under the scheme and can use the kiosk services.
How often must I contribute to the Board?
After the one-time fee of ₹25, you contribute ₹10 per month to the Welfare Board. The registration is valid for one to five years.