Meghalaya
Death Benefit (MBOCWWB)
Main benefit
Under the scheme, an amount of ₹2,00,000/- shall be given to the nominees or dependents of registered construction workers towards death benefit, in case of natural death.
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Conditions at a glance
- Work: Construction worker
About
The scheme "Death Benefit” is a social security scheme, implemented by the Meghalaya Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWWB), Labour Department, Government of Meghalaya. Under the scheme, financial assistance shall be provided to the nominees or dependents of registered construction workers in the event of their natural or accidental death during the course of employment.
Benefits
- Under the scheme, an amount of ₹2,00,000/- shall be given to the nominees or dependents of registered construction workers towards death benefit, in case of natural death.
- If the death is due to an accident during the course of employment, the nominee or dependent of registered construction workers shall be given ₹3,00,000/- towards death benefit.
- The amount of ₹2,00,000/- for Natural Death & ₹5,00,000/- for Accidental Death shall be given to the nominees or dependents of registered construction workers who are not covered under any insurance scheme.
- There shall be no bar for the nominee to claim any other death or accidental death benefit under any insurance scheme covering the beneficiaries (i.e. PMJJBY/PMSBY/etc.).
Who can apply
- The applicant should be a legal nominee or dependent of the deceased worker.
- The deceased worker should have been a resident of the Meghalaya.
- The deceased worker should have been engaged in any building or other construction work.
- The deceased worker should have been registered under the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- The financial assistance shall be given to the nominees or dependents of deceased registered workers in the event of their natural or accidental death during their course of employment.
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How to apply
Online
OfflineOnline Worker Registration Process (Portal):
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The applicants may visit the online Portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm
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The applicant can register by creating a new account, on the home page click on the 'Worker' button and enter all the mandatory information.
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After filling in all the details, click on 'Register'.
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After successful registration, the applicant will see the message "Registered Successfully”. Application Process for Death Benefit:
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Visit the online Portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm
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Enter your User ID (Registered Mobile Number), Password, and Enter Security Code. Click on Login.
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After successful login, click on the "Death Benefit” scheme from the Dashboard.
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Fill in all the required information and necessary enclosures.
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Click 'Submit' to apply for benefits. Application Process to Track/Update:
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Visit the online Portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm
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Enter your User ID (Registered Mobile Number), Password, and Enter Security Code. Click on Login.
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From the menu, click on 'Track Application Status'.
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Click on 'View Details' to view your application.
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Click on 'Application History' to view the application history.
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Click on 'Update' to update your application. Note: Once your application is under process or processed, you cannot update it. (Worker's User Manual)
Common questions
Who administers the scheme?
The scheme is administered by the Meghalaya Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWWB), under the Labour Department of the Government of Meghalaya.
What are the benefits provided under the Death Benefit scheme for natural death?
An amount of ₹2,00,000/- is given to the nominees or dependents of registered construction workers in case of natural death.
What benefits are available if the death is due to an accident during employment?
If the death is due to an accident during the course of employment, the nominee or dependent of registered construction workers shall receive ₹3,00,000/- towards death benefit.
Are there any distinctions in benefits for those not covered under any insurance scheme?
Yes, for those not covered under any insurance scheme, ₹2,00,000/- for Natural Death and ₹5,00,000/- for Accidental Death shall be provided to the nominees or dependents of registered construction workers.
Can nominees still claim benefits from other insurance schemes alongside the Death Benefit scheme?
Yes, there is no bar for the nominee to claim any other death or accidental death benefit under any insurance scheme covering the beneficiaries, such as PMJJBY/PMSBY, etc.
Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
The applicant should be a legal nominee or dependent of the deceased worker who was engaged in building or other construction work and registered under the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
How does applicant apply under this scheme?
Applications can be made online at http://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services
Can the application be tracked?
Yes, applications can be tracked from the Dashboard after logging into http://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services
Official links
megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htmStepmegbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm