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Burial and Ex-gratia Payment Scheme in Case of Death of Unregistered Laborer During Work at Construction Site

BAEPSICODOULDWACT

Published: Sep 2026

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Published by Navin, Editor · First published: 21 Sep 2026

Burial and Ex-gratia Payment Scheme in Case of Death of Unregistered Laborer During Work at Construction Site
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Published by Navin · Editor, tsmpb.inUpdated: 17 Oct 2026 · Text from the official listing, not yet reviewed · How we prepare pages

About this social welfare scheme

Launched in 2014, the "Funeral and Ex-gratia Payment Scheme for Unregistered Laborers" is a welfare scheme by the M.P. Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Government of Madhya Pradesh, providing funeral assistance and ex-gratia payments in case of death or permanent disability.

Launched in 2014, the " Burial and Ex-gratia Payment Scheme in Case of Death of Unregistered Laborer During Work at Construction Site" is a welfare initiative by the M.P. Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Government of Madhya Pradesh. The scheme provides funeral assistance of Rs. 3,000 and ex-gratia payments in the event of death or permanent disability of unregistered laborers during construction work. It supports construction workers in the unorganized sector who are not registered under the Board and lack a valid identity card.

Benefits at a glance

Scheme nameBurial and Ex-gratia Payment Scheme in Case of Death of Unregistered Laborer During Work at Construction Site (BAEPSICODOULDWACT)
Launched byLabour Department
Benefit typeCash (money paid to your bank account)
CategorySocial welfare
Level / StateState ยท Madhya Pradesh
Official portallabour.mp.gov.in (link at the end of this page)

Key facts

Scheme forIndividual
Application modeOffline / Online
Last dateNot given in the official listing
DBT (direct bank transfer)No
Age18 to 60 years

Who can apply (quick check)

  • ๐Ÿ‘คAll genders
  • ๐ŸŽ‚Age 18 to 60 years
  • ๐Ÿ“Offline / Online

Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.

What you receive

  1. Funeral Assistance: Rs. 3,000 payable in case of death of a construction laborer.
  2. Grace Amount:
  • Death due to an accident during construction work: Rs. 4,00,000/-.
  • Permanent disability due to an accident during construction work: Rs. 2,00,000/-.

Who qualifies

  1. The deceased construction worker should have been registered with the Madhya Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MPBOCWWB).
  2. The deceased construction worker should have held an active regular membership.
  3. The only person who is a legal heir/dependent family member of the deceased registered worker is eligible to apply under the scheme.
  4. The deceased worker should have valid identity card.

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Registration walkthrough

Offline

Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Chief Executive Officer, District Panchayat and Commissioner/Chief Municipal Officer Municipal Body and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned authority.

Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the authority.

Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).

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NOTE 1: Ensure that the application is submitted within the prescribed period, if any.

NOTE 2: The application must be submitted within 6 months from the date of the accident or death.

Designated Officer for Approval -

For rural areas - Chief Executive Officer, District Panchayat

For urban areas - Commissioner/Chief Municipal Officer, Municipal Corporation

Online

Step1: Go to the Shram Seva Portal (MPBOCWWB) official website.

Step2: On the homepage, find and click on Planning Application, then register the applications of registered workers for the benefits of schemes.

Step 3: Enter your Labor Registration Number (Portal Code) and the code displayed in the image, then click View Details.

Step 4: Choose the scheme you wish to apply for in order to avail the benefits.

Step 5: Enter all required information and upload the necessary documents as prompted.

Step 6: Finally, click on Submit Application to complete the process.

Frequently asked questions

What is the "Burial and Ex-gratia Payment Scheme"?

It is a welfare scheme providing funeral assistance and ex-gratia payments to unregistered laborers who die or become permanently disabled during construction work.

When was the scheme launched?

The scheme was launched in 2014.

Who is eligible for the scheme?

Unregistered construction laborers in the unorganized sector who are not holders of a valid identity card under MPBOCWWB.

What is the funeral assistance amount?

Rs. 3,000 is provided as funeral assistance in case of death.

How much is the ex-gratia payment for death due to an accident?

Rs. 4 lakh is provided for death due to an accident during construction work.

How much is the ex-gratia payment for permanent disability?

Rs. 2 lakh is provided for permanent disability due to an accident during construction work.

Can unregistered workers apply for the scheme?

Yes, unregistered workers can apply if they meet the criteria of the scheme.

What documents are required to apply?

A death certificate or disability certificate, along with proof of work at the construction site.

What type of accidents are covered under the scheme?

The scheme covers accidents that occur during construction work.

Can the family of the deceased worker apply for the scheme?

Yes, the legal heir or dependent family member can apply.

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