उदाThis page is based on the Bihar BOCW Welfare Board portal and other public sources as of November 2026. Sources differ on age limits, work-experience rules, fees and benefit amounts — check bocw.bihar.gov.in for current rules before applying.
The Bihar Labour Card is proof of registration for construction workers with the Bihar Building and Other Construction Workers (BOCW) Welfare Board. Reports say it can open access to welfare schemes such as education help, pension, accident/health support, assistance to buy tools and a bicycle grant. In Madhepura district, masons, labourers, carpenters, painters, electricians and other construction workers may fall under it.
Who may be eligible
- A permanent resident of Bihar
- A worker engaged in building or construction work
- Age is generally stated as 18 to 60 years
- Some sources mention a 90-day work-experience rule — this could not be confirmed officially, so check with the Board
Documents you need
- Aadhaar card
- Passport-size photo
- Proof of residence and age
- Bank account details
- Work-experience proof (certified by employer/contractor/relevant official, where required)
How to apply
On the portal, go to "Labour Registration", choose new registration, verify Aadhaar, fill in the details and upload the documents. Application status can be checked on the portal's "Application Status" page. You can also take help from a nearby CSC. Registration/renewal fees follow the Board's rules.
Labour card vs e-Shram card
The labour card is the state BOCW Board's registration for construction workers, whereas the e-Shram card is the central Labour Ministry's portal for unorganised workers. They are separate; construction workers benefit from learning about both.
The bottom line
Construction workers should apply through the official portal and confirm the eligibility conditions with the Board. For other schemes, try our scheme checker.