About this health scheme
The scheme provides financial assistance to registered construction workers who are hospitalized for five or more days due to an accident or any disease.
The scheme “Medical Assistance” 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 to registered construction workers who are hospitalized for five or more days due to an accident or any disease.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Medical Assistance (MBOCWWB) (MA(MBOCWWB)) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Labour and Employment Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Health |
| 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 | Not given in the official listing |
| 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 shall be Rs. 200/- for first 5 days and Rs. 20/- each for the remaining days subject to a minimum Rs. 1,000/-.
- This assistance shall also be given to the beneficiary who meets with an accident and is put in plaster at the residence.
- If disability resulted due to an accident, the worker shall be eligible for financial assistance upto a maximum Rs. 5,000/- depending upon the percentage of disability.
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.
- The registered construction workers who are hospitalized for five or more days due to an accident or any disease are eligible to apply under the scheme.
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Enclosures required for New Registration under MBOCWWB:
Enclosures required for application of Medical Assistance:
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), a Registration Certificate will be generated.
Application Process for Medical 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 “Medical 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
Step 01: The complete application 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.
Frequently asked questions
Who administers the Medical Assistance Scheme?
The scheme is administered by the Labour Department, Government of Meghalaya, through the MBOCWWB.
What are the benefits of the scheme?
The scheme offers financial assistance of Rs. 200 for the first 5 days and Rs. 20 for each subsequent day, ensuring a minimum payout of Rs. 1,000. Additional assistance is provided for disabilities resulting from accidents, up to a maximum of Rs. 5,000, based on the severity of disability.
Who is eligible for the Medical Assistance Scheme?
To be eligible, beneficiaries must be residents of Meghalaya, engaged in building or other construction works, registered under MBOCWWB, and have active membership with the Board.
How does one qualify for assistance under the scheme?
Registered construction workers who are hospitalized for five or more days due to accidents or diseases are eligible to apply for assistance under the scheme.
Can assistance be claimed for accidents resulting in plastering at home?
Yes, beneficiaries who meet with accidents and are put in plaster at home are also eligible for financial assistance under the scheme.
What types of diseases are covered under the scheme?
The scheme covers hospitalization due to accidents or any disease, subject to the specified duration and eligibility criteria.
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.
- Official Website megbocwwb.gov.in
- Scheme Details megbocwwb.gov.in
- Registration Form megbocwwb.gov.in (PDF)
- Application For Medical Benefit 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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