
A Labour Card is issued by the Labour Department to workers in the unorganized sector, such as construction workers, daily wage laborers, and other manual workers. It serves as proof of employment and provides access to various government welfare schemes.
đź§ľ Types of Labour Cards
- Building and Other Construction Workers (BOCW) Card
- Unorganized Workers’ Card
âś… Eligibility Criteria
- Applicant must be an Indian citizen.
- Must be aged between 18 to 60 years.
- Must be a worker in the unorganized sector.
- Should have worked for a minimum number of days in the sector (usually 90 days in the past 12 months).
- Must have relevant documents as proof.
đź“„ Required Documents
- Aadhar Card
- Identity proof (Voter ID, PAN Card, etc.)
- Age proof (Birth Certificate/10th Marksheet)
- Residence proof
- Passport-sized photographs
- Proof of employment (e.g., certificate from employer, wage slips)
- Bank account details
đź’» Steps to Apply for Labour Card Online
- Visit the Official Labour Department Website
Go to your respective state’s Labour Department portal. For example:- Delhi: https://edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in
- Maharashtra: https://mahalabour.gov.in
- Register/Login
Create an account by registering with your email or mobile number. If you already have an account, log in directly. - Select Labour Card Service
Look for services related to Labour Card/B.O.C.W registration or Unorganized Worker Registration. - Fill in the Application Form
Provide personal details, employment details, and upload the necessary documents. - Submit and Pay Fees (if any)
Submit the form. Some states may charge a nominal application or registration fee. - Download Acknowledgment
After successful submission, download the acknowledgment slip or receipt for tracking purposes.
📬 How to Check Application Status
- Log in to the portal
- Go to “Track Application Status”
- Enter your application ID or acknowledgment number
📢 Benefits of Having a Labour Card
- Access to government welfare schemes
- Medical and maternity benefits
- Education support for children
- Pension benefits
- Housing and insurance schemes
Need help applying? Reach out to your nearest Common Service Center (CSC) or local Labour Office.