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Continuation of Pension (K.B.O.C.W.W.B)

The "Continuation of Pension'' by the BOCW Welfare Board, Department of Labour, Karnataka, is a welfare scheme that provides a monthly pension to registered construction workers who have paid subscriptions for at least three (3) years.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Karnataka

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Monthly Pension: ₹2,000/- to eligible registered workers.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker (Unorganised Worker).; The applicant should be a minimum of 18 years of age.; The applicant should have engaged in building and construction work for at least 90 days in a given year.; The beneficiary should be a registered construction worker Under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Karnataka.; The worker should have paid subscription fees for at least three (3) continuous years.; The worker should remain an active construction worker.; The worker’s age should be below 60 years.; The worker shall not avail similar benefits under any of the Government Schemes.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Who can register as a beneficiary under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Karnataka?

Any construction worker whose age is minimum 18 years of age and has worked in any construction work for a minimum of 90 days in a year, are eligible to register as a beneficiary under the Board.

Is there a minimum service requirement to register as a beneficiary?

Yes, the building worker must have completed 90 days of service as a building worker in the preceding 12 months.

Who can apply for the welfare scheme?

Any registered worker of the Board can apply for the welfare scheme.

What are the mandatory documents for the registration?

The documents required for registration are: Employment Certificate (Form V(A)/V(B)/V(C)/V(D)), Aadhar Card (Self-Attested), Ration Card(non-mandatory), Age Proof (one of them Example: Voter ID Card, Aadhar Card).

How often must a construction worker renew their registration with the Karnataka Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board?

A construction worker must renew their registration every 3 years.

What happens if a worker doesn't renew their registration within the 3-year period?

If a worker doesn't renew their registration within the 3-year period, they are granted a 1-year grace period to complete the renewal.

What happens if a worker doesn't renew their registration during the grace period?

If the worker fails to renew their registration during the 1-year grace period, their registration will become invalid.

Is there any application fee required for the registration under the Karnataka Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board?

No, as per the guidelines, there is no fee required for the registration.

How to enroll as a beneficiary under the Karnataka Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board?

Applicants can visit the official Website of Karnataka Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (KBOCWWB) to enroll themselves as a beneficiary under the board: https://kbocwwb.karnataka.gov.in/login

Who is eligible for the 'Continuation of Pension' scheme?

Registered construction workers who have paid the subscription fee for at least three continuous years and have remained in the profession until the age of 60 are eligible, provided they are not availing of a similar pension from any other government scheme.

How much pension will an eligible beneficiary receive under this scheme?

Eligible beneficiaries will receive a monthly pension of [?]2,000/-.

Can a beneficiary avail of this pension if they are receiving a pension from another government scheme?

No, beneficiaries of this scheme must not be availing a similar pension from any other government scheme.

How to apply for the assistance under this scheme?

Applicants should visit the official Website of Karnataka Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (JKBOCWWB) to avail the assistance under this scheme: https://kbocwwb.karnataka.gov.in/login