About this social welfare scheme
Under the scheme, the Board shall provide disability pension to a beneficiary who is permanently disabled due to paralysis, leprosy, T.B., accidents,etc. Additionally, workers will be eligible for an exgratia payment based on percentage of disability & subject to condition as may fixed by the Board.
The scheme “Disability Pension” 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, the Board shall provide financial assistance in the form of a disability pension to a beneficiary who is permanently disabled due to paralysis, leprosy, tuberculosis (T.B.), accidents, etc. Additionally, the worker will be eligible for an ex-gratia payment based on the percentage of disability and subject to conditions as may fixed by the Board.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Disability Pension (MBOCWWB) (DP(MBOCWWB)) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Labour and Employment Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Meghalaya |
| Official portal | megbocwwb.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Online / Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 60 years
- 💼Construction Worker, Unorganized Worker
- 📝Online / Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- The financial assistance of Rs. 150/- per month as disability pension shall be given to a beneficiary who is permanently disabled due to paralysis, leprosy, tuberculosis (T.B.), accidents, etc.
- In addition to this pension, the worker will also be eligible for an exgratia payment of not more than Rs. 5,000/- depending upon the percentage of disability and subject to such conditions as may fixed by the Board.
Who qualifies
- The beneficiary should be a resident of Meghalaya.
- The beneficiary should be engaged in a building or other construction work.
- The beneficiary should be registered under the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- The beneficiary should have an active membership of the Board.
- Registered construction workers who have become permanently disabled due to conditions such as paralysis, leprosy, tuberculosis (T.B.), accidents, etc., are eligible to avail of the benefits under the scheme.
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Enclosures required for New Registration under MBOCWWB:
Enclosures required for application of Disability Pension:
Registration walkthrough
Online
Online Worker Registration Process (Portal):
Step 01: The applicants may visit the online Portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm
Step 02: The applicant can register by creating a new account, on the home page click on the ‘Worker’ button and enter all the mandatory information.
Step 03: After filling in all the details, click on ‘Register’.
Step 04: After successful registration, the applicant will see the message “Registered Successfully”.
Application Process for New Registration under the MBOCWWB:
Step 01: Visit the online Portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm
Step 02: Enter your User ID (Registered Mobile Number), Password, and Enter Security Code. Click on Login.
Step 03: After successful login, click on ‘Apply for New Registration’ from the menu.
Step 04: Fill in all the required details in the Registration Form i.e. Personal Details, Service/Work Details, Bank Details, and Demographic Details, etc.
Step 05: Click on 'Submit'.
Step 06: After successful registration, you will be directed to another page to manage all the Family & Nominee Details. Click on ‘Add New’ to add Family members and Nominee Details.
Step 07: After adding all the Family & Nominee Details, click on Proceed.
Step 08: Now upload all the required enclosures i.e. Photograph, ID Proof, Employer Certificate/Self Certification, Bank Passbook of the Worker.
Step 09: Click on the ‘Complete’ Button to complete the registration process.
Step 10: Once your application has been processed and verified by Block/District LDA, Block/District Labour Inspector, and approved District Labour Commissioner (DLC), Registration Certificate will be generated.
Application Process for Disability Pension:
Step 01: Visit the online Portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm
Step 02: Enter your User ID (Registered Mobile Number), Password, and Enter Security Code. Click on Login.
Step 03: After successful login, click on the “Disability Pension” scheme from the Dashboard.
Step 04: Fill in all the required information and necessary enclosures.
Step 05: Click Submit to apply for benefits.
Application Process to Track/Update:
Step 01: Visit the online Portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm
Step 02: Enter your User ID (Registered Mobile Number), Password, and Enter Security Code. Click on Login.
Step 03: From the menu, click on ‘Track Application Status’.
Step 04: Click on ‘View Details’ to view your application.
Step 05: Click on ‘Application History’ to view the application history.
Step 06: Click on ‘Update’ to update your application.
Note: Once your application is under process or processed, you cannot update it.
(Worker’s User Manual)
Offline
Process for New Registration:
Step 01: The complete application form along with the required documents is required to be submitted before the Registering Officer of the area.
Step 02: The Registering Officer, after satisfying himself/herself with all the details, may register the worker as a beneficiary under the Act and issue an identity card affixing the photograph of the worker.
Process to apply for Scheme Benefit:
Step 01: A copy of the prescribed application form duly signed by the applicant shall be submitted to the concerned employer.
Step 02: The employer is required to countersign the complete application and submit it to the Building & Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board for consideration.
Frequently asked questions
Who administers the Scheme?
The scheme is administered by the Labour Department, Government of Meghalaya, through the Meghalaya Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWWB).
Who is eligible for the Disability Pension Scheme?
Registered construction workers who have become permanently disabled due to conditions such as paralysis, leprosy, tuberculosis (T.B.), accidents, etc., are eligible to avail of the benefits under the scheme.
How much is the monthly disability pension?
The monthly disability pension provided under the scheme is Rs. 150/-.
How is the ex-gratia payment determined?
The ex-gratia payment, which can be up to Rs. 5,000/-, depends on the percentage of disability and is subject to conditions established by the Board.
Can a beneficiary receive both the disability pension and the ex-gratia payment?
Yes, eligible beneficiaries can receive both the monthly disability pension and the ex-gratia payment.
Are there any specific disabilities covered under the scheme?
Yes, the scheme covers disabilities resulting from conditions such as paralysis, leprosy, tuberculosis (T.B.), accidents, etc.
How does one apply for the Disability Pension 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
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Official Website megbocwwb.gov.in
- Scheme Details megbocwwb.gov.in
- Registration Form megbocwwb.gov.in (PDF)
- Application Form For Disability Pension megbocwwb.gov.in (PDF)
- Nomination Form megbocwwb.gov.in (PDF)
- Family Members Form megbocwwb.gov.in (PDF)
- SDO Certificate megbocwwb.gov.in (PDF)
- Employer Certificate megbocwwb.gov.in (PDF)
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