Shramik Basera Yojana
The Shramik Basera Yojana offers affordable housing for registered construction workers in Gujarat.
Key facts
| Benefit | Prefab housing near the worksite at ₹5 per day |
|---|---|
| Included free | Electricity, drinking water, security, medical and childcare |
| Children | Children up to age 6 stay rent-free |
| Who | Construction workers registered with GBOCWWB (valid e-Nirman card) |
| Implemented by | Gujarat Building & Other Construction Worker’s Welfare Board (GBOCWWB) |
| Apply on | e-Nirman portal (enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in) |
| Application window | Apply once your e-Nirman registration is active; accommodation is offered as units become available near worksites. |
Benefits
Beneficiaries receive accommodation in temporary prefabricated housing at a nominal rate of ₹5 per day. The housing includes basic amenities and is designed to be dismantled after use.
Full guide
What the scheme gives you
The Shramik Basera Yojana gives registered construction workers in Gujarat a safe, affordable place to live near their worksite — prefabricated housing units for just ₹5 a day. Because construction work moves from site to site, the units are temporary and designed to be set up near the work and dismantled afterwards. On top of the ₹5 rent, electricity, drinking water, security, and medical and childcare facilities are provided free, and children up to age 6 stay with the worker rent-free.
Who can apply
This is a welfare-board benefit, so board registration is the key requirement. You are eligible if:
- You are a construction worker registered with the Gujarat Building & Other Construction Worker’s Welfare Board (GBOCWWB)
- You hold a valid e-Nirman card (kept renewed on time)
- Your family has no income-tax payer or government employee
How to apply
Registration and application are online on the e-Nirman portal (enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in). Register, log in, complete the construction-worker form and upload your documents, then note the application number generated for future reference. You will need to show your e-Nirman card as proof of registration to be allotted accommodation, so keep it valid.
Documents you need
- Aadhaar card
- e-Nirman card (GBOCWWB registration/smart card)
Who can apply
- For: construction worker
- not income tax payer
- no government employee in family
This scheme is available to registered construction workers and their families who are not income tax payers and do not have any government employees in their family. Only those with an e-Nirman Card issued by the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker’s Welfare Board can apply.
Who is not eligible
- Workers not registered with GBOCWWB, or whose e-Nirman card has lapsed
- Families with an income-tax payer or a government employee
How to apply
Registered construction workers can apply for accommodation by visiting designated locations near their workplaces.
- Visit the e-Nirman Portal at https://enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in/
- Register by clicking on 'Please Register Here' and fill in the required information.
- Log in using your User ID and Password after successful registration.
- Update your profile with necessary details and select the 'Construction Works Form'.
- Fill out the form and upload all relevant documents before submitting it.
- Keep the generated application number for future reference.
Documents required
- Aadhaar card
- e-Nirman Card
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| e-Nirman card expired | The card must be valid and renewed on time to claim the benefit — renew it on the e-Nirman portal or at the board office, then apply. |
| No housing site near your worksite yet | Units are being set up city by city — check the e-Nirman portal for the nearest available Shramik Basera site. |
| Registration/login not working | Register on enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in with a valid mobile number, then log in with the User ID and password you created. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the Shramik Basera Yojana?
The Shramik Basera Yojana is a scheme by the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker’s Welfare Board to provide temporary housing for registered construction workers.
What benefits does the scheme provide?
Registered construction workers can access accommodation at a low rate of ₹5 per day in temporary housing with basic amenities.
Who can apply for this scheme?
Eligibility is limited to registered construction workers and their families who do not pay income tax and have no government employees in their family.
How do registered workers apply for accommodation?
Workers can visit the designated prefabricated housing locations near their workplaces to avail of the accommodation benefits.
Is there a limit on how long one can stay in the temporary housing?
No, there is no specified limit on the duration of stay in the temporary housing provided under this scheme.
Where are the prefabricated housing units located?
The temporary accommodation units are typically set up near the workers' workplaces to ensure easy access.
How much does the housing cost?
A nominal ₹5 per day, with electricity, drinking water, security, medical and childcare provided free.
Who can apply?
Construction workers registered with the Gujarat BOCW Welfare Board (GBOCWWB) who hold a valid e-Nirman card.
Do my children stay free?
Yes — children up to the age of 6 can stay rent-free with you.
How do I apply?
Register and apply on the e-Nirman portal (enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in) using your Aadhaar and e-Nirman card.
Is there a limit on how long I can stay?
The housing is temporary accommodation near the worksite; confirm the current terms of stay on the portal or at the site.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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