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BOCW Registration
Construction Workers Welfare

Mandatory for all construction projects costing over ₹10 Lakhs. We handle the process of depositing the 1% to 2% Cess Tax and worker registration to ensure labor law compliance.

100%

Compliance

15-30

Days Time

Worker

Welfare

Required for Builders, Contractors & Project Owners

Get BOCW Compliance

Avoid Fines and Legal Issues.

MANDATORY: Payment of 1% Construction Cess on total project cost must be deposited to the State Welfare Board.

Why is BOCW Mandatory?

Legal Requirement

Compliance with the Building and Other Construction Workers Act, 1996 for safety and labor welfare.

Cess Payment

It ensures the mandatory 1% Cess (tax) is paid and properly accounted for in the project cost.

Worker Benefits

Ensures construction workers receive benefits like pension, medical aid, and educational assistance from the Welfare Board.

Registration Packages

Solutions for Principal Employers and Contractors.

Principal Employer

Project Owner Project Cost > 10 Lakhs
  • Registration as an Employer
  • Cess Tax Calculation
  • Worker Safety Declaration
  • Monthly Compliance Filing
Select Plan

Contractor Registration

RECOMMENDED
Sub-Contractor Labor Provider
  • Registration of Contractor
  • Worker Registration (Individual)
  • Half-Yearly Returns
  • Safety Management Plan
Select Plan

Cess Payment

One-Time Project Completion
  • Total Project Cost Assessment
  • Cess Challan Generation
  • Certificate of Payment
  • Liasion for Completion Cert
Select Plan

Documents Required

For Project Registration:

Project Estimate (Detailed Cost Breakup)
Address Proof of Construction Site
KYC of Owner / Builder
Commencement & Completion Dates
Worker Details (If any employed directly)

Registration Process

1

Initial Filing

Submit project details to the Registering Officer of the State Welfare Board.

2

Cess Assessment

The authority assesses the 1% or 2% Cess amount based on project cost.

3

Worker Registration

Individual construction workers are registered to receive benefits.

Compliance Cert

Receive the Employer / Contractor Registration Certificate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is BOCW mandatory for small renovations?

No. BOCW registration is generally mandatory only for projects where the total construction cost exceeds **₹10 Lakhs**. Projects costing less than this amount are usually exempt.

What is the Construction Cess amount?

The Cess is typically **1% of the total project cost**. This amount must be paid by the employer/builder to the State Welfare Board. (Some states may charge up to 2%).

Who is responsible for registration?

The **Principal Employer (Owner/Developer)** is primarily responsible for registering the entire project and depositing the Cess amount. Contractors are also required to register if they employ 10 or more workers.

Comply with Construction Laws

Get your BOCW registration done today and start your project legally.

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