Arunachal Pradesh
Old Age Pension Scheme (APB&OCWWB)
Main benefit
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Can you get this scheme?
Conditions at a glance
- Age 1 or above
- Work: Construction worker
About
The scheme "Old Age Pension Scheme” was started by the Department of Labour and Employment, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh for registered workers of Arunachal Pradesh Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (APB&OCWWB). The government of Arunachal Pradesh has introduced the pension scheme through the board and the aim of the scheme is to secure the economic dependency of a worker after retirement or at an old age period.
Benefits
- 1. Cash assistance of ₹500/- per month, to the old age beneficiaries with an increase in ₹10/- on completion of every 5 years.
Who can apply
- 1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Arunachal Pradesh.
- 2. The applicant must be employed in the Building and Other Construction works.
- 3. The applicant should be registered with Labour Welfare Board (APB&OCWWB).
- 4. The applicant with a membership for at least 1 year after the age of 60 years is eligible to apply under the scheme.
Documents needed
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How to apply
Offline
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For taking benefit of this scheme, the applicant needs to contact Registering Officers, APB&OCWWB of the respective District.
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Application in the prescribed format may be received from the concerned office.
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The applicant needs to fill the application form completely and attach all the relevant documents. Thereafter, the applicant may submit the application form to the concerned office.
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After successful verification, the applicant can avail the benefit of the scheme.
Common questions
What is the aim of the scheme?
The aim of this scheme is to secure the economic dependency of a worker after retirement or at an old age period.
Arunachal Pradesh Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board What is the amount of pension to be given to the eligible worker?
A monthly pension of ₹500/- will be given to old-age beneficiaries.
What should be the minimum age to take the benefit of the scheme?
The minimum age of the applicant should be 60 years.
How much will be the increment in pension?
The pension will increase by ₹10/- on completion every 5 years.
Is it mandatory to be registered under Board for a worker?
Yes, the labour/worker must be a registered worker under the Board.
Who is eligible under this scheme?
A registered worker with a membership for at least 1 year after the age of 60 years is eligible for the scheme.
Is this scheme only for a worker /labour of Arunachal Pradesh?
Yes, the applicant should be a permanent resident of Arunachal Pradesh.
How can I avail the benefits of the scheme?
The applicant needs to contact Registering Officers, APB&OCWWB of the respective District.