Assistance for Funeral Expenses (O.B.O.C.W.W.B)
The “Assistance for Funeral Expenses” scheme by the BOCW Welfare Board, Labour Department, Odisha, is a welfare scheme that provides financial assistance for funeral expenses to the nominees of a deceased registered member.
About the Assistance for Funeral Expenses (O.B.O.C.W.W.B) Scheme
The “Assistance for Funeral Expenses” scheme by the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Department, Odisha, is a welfare scheme for the registered workers of the board. Under this scheme, financial assistance shall be provided to the nominee of each deceased registered member to meet their funeral expenses.
Benefits
- Quantum of Assistance: ₹5,000/-.
Eligibility Criteria
> For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:
- The applicant should be a resident of Odisha.
- The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker.
- The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years.
- The applicant should have engaged in building and construction work for at least 90 days in a given year.
- The applicant should not be a member of any other Welfare Fund established under any law.
> For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:
- The applicant should be a nominee of a deceased registered member Under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Odisha.
- The member should have lost his/her life due to death.
How to Apply for Assistance for Funeral Expenses (O.B.O.C.W.W.B)
Application mode: Online / Offline
> Registration Process as a Building/ Construction Worker:
Step 1: Visit the official website of the Odisha BOCWW Board.
Step 2: Click on “One Time Registration” on the top right side of the page.
Step 3: Click on the Declaration box and then on the “Proceed” button.
Step 4: In the next window fill in all the required details carefully and click on “Proceed”.
Step 5: Enter the received OTP and click on “Submit”.
Step 6: Your account will be successfully created and a Username will be displayed (Keep the Username for future references).
> Application Process of the Welfare Scheme:
Step 1: Visit the Applicant Login page of the Odisha BOCWW Board.
Step 2: Enter your Username, OTP and fill in the captcha then click on “Sign In”.
Step 3: In the next window, fill in your General Details, Address Details, Family & Nominee Details, Details of the establishment(s) where the applicant worked during the last one year, Bank Details etc. and then click on “Submit”.
Step 4: Now in the Menu bar section, click on “Benefit”. From the list select the concerned benefit you want to apply.
Step 5: Fill in all the mandatory details carefully and click on “Submit” to complete the application process.
> Check Your Application Status: Registered workers can check their application status through visiting this link upon entering their Application Tracking Number.
> Pay Annual Contribution: Registered workers can pay the Annual Contribution through visiting this link upon entering their Registration Number.
> Registration Process as a Building/ Construction Worker:
Step 1: To register as a beneficiary under the BOCW Welfare Board, an applicant worker should download Form-XXVII and attach all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
Step 2: Application shall be submitted to the District Labour Officers (D.L.O)/ Asst. Labour Officers/ Rural Labour Inspectors of your area.
> Application Process of the Welfare Scheme:
Step 1: A registered worker should download Form-XLIII and attach all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
Step 2: Application shall be submitted to the District Labour Officers (D.L.O)/ Asst. Labour Officers/ Rural Labour Inspectors of your area.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Assistance for Funeral Expenses (O.B.O.C.W.W.B) scheme?
The “Assistance for Funeral Expenses” scheme by the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Department, Odisha, is a welfare scheme for the registered workers of the board. Under this scheme, financial assistance shall be provided to the nominee of each dec…
Who is eligible for Assistance for Funeral Expenses (O.B.O.C.W.W.B)?
> For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker: The applicant should be a resident of Odisha. The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker. The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years. The applicant should have engaged in building and construction work for at least 90 days…
What benefits does Assistance for Funeral Expenses (O.B.O.C.W.W.B) provide?
Quantum of Assistance: ₹5,000/-.
How can I apply for Assistance for Funeral Expenses (O.B.O.C.W.W.B)?
> Registration Process as a Building/ Construction Worker: Step 1: Visit the official website of the Odisha BOCWW Board. Step 2: Click on “One Time Registration” on the top right side of the page. Step 3: Click on the Declaration box and then on the “Proceed” button. Step 4: In the next window f…
Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.
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