About this social welfare scheme
Under the scheme, financial assistance of Rs. 5,000/- shall be provided to nominees or dependents of deceased registered construction workers, towards funeral expenses.
The scheme “Funeral 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 nominees or dependents of deceased registered construction workers, towards funeral expenses.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Funeral Benefit (MBOCWWB) (FB(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 | Family |
| 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 80 years
- 💼Construction Worker, Unorganized Worker
- 📝Online / Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Under the scheme, financial assistance of Rs. 5,000/- shall be given to nominees or dependents of deceased registered construction workers, towards funeral expenses.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a legal nominee or dependent of deceased worker.
- The deceased worker should have been a resident of 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 nominees or dependents of deceased registered workers, towards funeral expenses.
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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 Funeral Benefit:
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 “Funeral Benefit” 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
A copy of the prescribed application form duly signed by the applicant shall be submitted to the concerned office of the Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
Frequently asked questions
What is “Funeral Benefit” scheme?
The “Funeral Benefit” scheme is a social security scheme that provides financial assistance to the nominees/dependents of a deceased member, towards funeral expenses.
Which department has implemented this Scheme?
Meghalaya Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board
Who is eligible to receive benefits under this scheme?
The legal nominees or dependents of deceased registered construction workers are eligible to receive benefits under the Funeral Benefit Scheme.
How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
A financial assistance of Rs. 5,000/- is provided to the nominees or dependents of deceased registered construction workers to cover funeral expenses.
Can the financial assistance be transferred to a bank account?
Yes, the financial assistance can usually be transferred to the bank account of the nominee or dependent upon submission of the necessary banking details.
How can the application be submitted?
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.
- Scheme Details megbocwwb.gov.in
- Amendment Notification meglc.gov.in (PDF)
- Application Form For Funeral Benefit megbocwwb.gov.in (PDF)
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