About this health scheme
The "Medical Assistance" scheme provides financial assistance to Construction Workers hospitalized for five or more days due to an accident or disease. The financial assistance shall be Rs. 500/- for the first 5 days and Rs. 50/- each for the remaining days, subject to a maximum of Rs. 1,5000/-.
The "Medical Assistance" is a Welfare Scheme by the Puducherry Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Department, Union Territory of Puducherry. Through this scheme, the Board may sanction financial assistance to the Construction Workers who are hospitalized for five or more days due to an accident or any disease. The financial assistance shall be Rs. 500/- for the first 5 days and Rs. 50/- each for the remaining days, subject to a maximum of Rs. 1,500/-.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Medical Assistance Scheme (PBAOCWWB) (MAS-PBAOCWWB) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Labour Department, Puducherry |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Health |
| Level / State | State · Puducherry |
| Official portal | labour.py.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 18+ years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18+ years
- 💼Construction Worker
- 🆘Economic distress
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Financial Assistance of Rs. 500/- for initial minimum period of 5 days and thereafter Rs. 50/- per day upto maximum of Rs. 1500/- per month, credited within 15 days through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a citizen of India.
- The applicant should be registered as a Construction Worker with the Puducherry Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- The applicant should have completed the age of 18 years.
- The applicant should not have completed the age of 60 years during the preceding 12 months in the construction work.
- The beneficiary should be contributing to the Board's Fund.
- The applicant should not have defaulted in payment of contribution to the Board for a continuous period of more than one year.
- The applicant should have been hospitalized for five or more days due to an accident or any disease.
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For Registration
1. Duly Filled and Signed Application Form.
2. Birth Certificate/Transfer Certificate/Doctor Certificate for Age Verification.
3. Experience Certificate to Be Obtained From a Registered Engineer/contractor/association/trade Union, Serving as Evidence of Being a Construction Worker.
4. Details Related to Construction Work/worksite.
5. Proof of Blood Group (Medical Health Card or Laboratory Certificate).
6. Two Passport-size Photographs.
7. Ration Card.
8. Aadhaar Card.
9. Bank Details.
10. Family Particulars/status and Nomination Details of the Beneficiaries.
11. Certificate From the Revenue Department or Social Welfare Department or Anganwadi Officials of the Respective Area.
For Application
Registration walkthrough
Offline
Registration
Step 1: The interested construction worker should visit the Office of the Puducherry Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (Industrial Estate, Thattanchavady, Puducherry - 605 009) and obtain the prescribed format of the registration form free of cost from the concerned authority exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
Step 2: In the registration 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), add a declaration stating that you are a construction worker, mentioning your worksite.
Step 3: The interested construction worker should submit the duly filled and signed registration form and the documents to the concerned authority.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the registration form 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).
Step 5: Upon verification by the inspectors under the Act towards genuineness, the concerned worker will be enrolled as a beneficiary with the approval of the Secretary (Board).
*The beneficiary should pay the registration of Rs. 25/- at the time of enrollment and Rs. 100/- per year as an annual subscription.
*The Board collects Rs. 300/- as a renewal fee once in three years.
Application
Step 1: The interested construction worker should visit the Office of the Puducherry Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (Industrial Estate, Thattanchavady, Puducherry - 605 009) and obtain the prescribed format of the application form free of cost from the concerned authority exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
OR
The interested construction worker should take print of the prescribed format of the application form provided in the section "Application for Welfare Benefits" on Page No. 77 of the Citizen's Charter.
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: The interested construction worker should submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the concerned authority.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application form 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).
NOTE: The application should be submitted within one year from the date of discharge.
Frequently asked questions
Can a construction worker with a lapse in contribution still be eligible?
No, the beneficiary should be contributing to the Board's Fund, and there should not be a default in payment of contribution for more than one year.
What happens if a worker is hospitalized for less than five days?
The scheme is applicable for construction workers hospitalized for five or more days due to accident or any disease.
Is there an age limit for applying for the scheme?
The applicant should not have completed the age of 60 years during the preceding 12 months in the construction work.
What if a worker has defaulted in payment previously?
The applicant should not have defaulted in payment of contribution to the Board for a continuous period of more than one year.
What financial assistance does the Medical Assistance scheme provide?
The scheme offers Rs. 500/- for the initial 5 days and Rs. 50/- per day thereafter, up to a maximum of Rs. 1,500/- per month, credited through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
How quickly are the benefits disbursed after hospitalization?
Financial assistance is credited within 15 days through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) after the completion of the hospitalization period.
Can the financial assistance be used for purposes other than medical expenses?
The assistance is specifically for construction workers hospitalized due to accident or disease, intended for covering medical expenses during that period.
Is there a maximum limit on the total benefits a worker can receive?
The maximum benefit under the scheme is Rs. 1,500/- per month.
Are the benefits taxable?
The scheme provides financial assistance, and it is advisable for beneficiaries to consult with a tax professional for information on tax implications.
Is there an option for a lump sum payment instead of monthly assistance?
The scheme outlines a daily payment structure, and there is no provision mentioned for a lump sum payment.
Are there any conditions for extending the benefit period beyond 5 days?
The benefit period extends beyond 5 days only if the hospitalization continues, with a daily assistance rate of Rs. 50/-.
Can the beneficiary choose the mode of receiving the financial assistance?
The benefits are credited through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), providing a secure and efficient mode of payment.
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