Bicycle/Sewing Machine Assistance Scheme (UKBOCWWB)
The Bicycle/Sewing Machine Assistance Scheme provides one-time benefits to construction workers in Uttarakhand.
Key facts
| Benefit | Bicycle or sewing machine (one-time) |
|---|---|
| Who | Registered building/construction workers in Uttarakhand |
| How paid | One-time assistance |
| Implemented by | Uttarakhand Building and Other Construction Workers’ Welfare Board |
| Official portal | ukbocw.uk.gov.in |
| Application window | Open all year for eligible applicants. |
Benefits
Eligible beneficiaries receive either a bicycle or a sewing machine, depending on their location, with benefits granted only once in a lifetime.
Who can apply
- Age 18–60
- For: building worker, construction worker, labour
- Resident of Uttarakhand
- not income tax payer
- no government employee in family
- poor household
Applicants must be residents of Uttarakhand, aged between 18 and 60, and engaged in building or construction work. They should be registered with the Uttarakhand Building and Other Construction Workers’ Welfare Board and must not have any government employees in their family.
How to apply
To apply for the scheme, eligible individuals must visit a designated center with the required documents.
- Visit the nearest Jan Seva Kendra or Shramik Suvidha Kendra for registration.
- Provide all necessary documents for online registration.
- Receive a Registration Number upon successful registration.
- To apply for benefits, visit the nearest Shram Suvidha Kendra with required documents.
- Submit the application form and obtain an Application Number for tracking.
- Track the application status online via the official website.
Documents required
- Two Passport size photographs
- Proof of age
- Certificate of working as a construction worker for at least 90 days in the previous year
- Affidavit of construction worker attested by notary
- Voter ID card
- Ration card
- Self-declaration certificate
- Nominee’s Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card
- Bank account details
- Self-attested copy of Registration ID Card of Worker/Labour Card
- Self-attested Copy of Aadhaar Card of the worker
- Mobile Number
- A copy of the dependent's Aadhaar Card, if applicable
- Any other document as required
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Application rejected | Ensure all required documents are submitted and meet eligibility criteria before reapplying. |
| Payment not received | Check the application status online and confirm that all eligibility conditions were met. |
Frequently asked questions
What benefits are provided under the scheme?
Registered construction workers in plain areas receive bicycles, while those in mountainous areas receive sewing machines.
Are the benefits granted more than once?
No, benefits are provided only once in a lifetime to eligible beneficiaries.
Who is eligible to apply for assistance under this scheme?
Eligibility includes being a resident of Uttarakhand, working in construction, registered with UKBOCWWB, and having active membership.
How can one apply for new registration under UKBOCWWB?
Eligible applicants can register online or visit the nearest Jan Seva Kendra or Shramik Suvidha Kendra with the required documents.
Is there a cost for registration under UKBOCWWB?
Registration is free for the first three years; thereafter, a ₹100 fee is required every three years.
Can the status of registration application be tracked online?
Yes, applicants can track their application status online through the official website.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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