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Grant for the Repair of House (BBOCWWB)

Under this scheme, financial assistance of ₹20,000/- is provided to registered workers who have been members of the Board for at least three years for repair of house. However, workers who have already received assistance for house construction, bicycles, or tools are not eligible for this benefit.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Bihar

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Under this scheme, financial assistance of ₹20,000/- is provided to registered construction workers for house repairs.

Who can apply

The worker should be engaged in building or construction work.; The worker should be registered with the Bihar Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.; The registered worker should have a minimum of three years of continuous membership.; The worker's membership with the Welfare Board should be active at the time of application.; The workers who have already received financial assistance for house construction, bicycles, or tools are not eligible for this benefit.; The assistance will be provided only once to a worker.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Who is eligible for this scheme?

To be eligible, a worker must be engaged in construction work, registered with the BBOCWWB, and a continuous member for at least three years. The worker's membership must be active at the time of application.

Can I receive the grant if I’ve already availed financial aid for house construction?

No, workers who have previously received financial assistance for house construction, bicycles, or tools are not eligible for the house repair grant.

How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme?

Eligible construction workers receive ₹20,000/- as financial assistance for house repairs.

How many times can a worker receive this benefit?

The assistance is provided only once per worker under this scheme.

How long must a worker be a member of the BBOCWWB to apply for this scheme?

The worker must have been a continuous member of the BBOCWWB for at least three years.

What types of construction workers are covered under this scheme?

The scheme covers various construction workers, including unskilled workers, masons, carpenters, electricians, plumbers, road workers, and others involved in building and infrastructure projects in Bihar.

How can a construction worker register with the BBOCWWB?

Workers can register by visiting the official website of BBOCWWB: https://bocwscheme.bihar.gov.in/home

How can workers apply for the house repair grant?

Workers can apply online through the official website of the Bihar Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board: ttps://bocwscheme.bihar.gov.in/worker_login

How can applicants track the status of their application?

Applicants can track their application status online via the BBOCWWB website: https://bocwscheme.bihar.gov.in/worker_login