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Ex-gratia Scheme: Disability Compensation (P.B.O.C.W.W.B)

The "Ex-gratia Scheme: Disability Compensation'' by the BOCW Welfare Board, Department of Labour, Punjab, is a welfare scheme that provides financial assistance to the registered worker in the event of complete or partial disability.

Construction Worker Persons with disability
Scheme Level
State
Applicable In
Punjab
Category
Social welfare & Empowerment
How to Apply
Online - via CSC / Offline

About the Ex-gratia Scheme: Disability Compensation (P.B.O.C.W.W.B) Scheme

The "Ex-gratia Scheme: Disability Compensation'' by the BOCW Welfare Board, Department of Labour, Punjab, is a welfare scheme for the registered workers of the board. Under this scheme, the Board shall provide compensation to the registered worker in the event of complete or partial disability who do not have Health Cards under Bhagat Puran Singh Sehat Bima Yojna.

Benefits

  • Compensation for Complete Disability: Ex-gratia amount of ₹4,00,000/-. - Compensation for Partial Disability: Proportionate amount of ₹4,00,000/- shall be given on the basis of percentage of disability i.e., ₹4,000/- for each 1% disability and maximum of ₹4,00,000/-.

Eligibility Criteria

> *For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:*

  • The applicant should be a resident of Punjab.
  • The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker (Unorganised 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 have a monthly income of ₹15,000/- or below.
  • The applicant should not be a member of any other Welfare Fund established under any law.
  • The applicant should not have membership of the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF)/ National Pension System (NPS)/ Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC).
  • The applicant should not be an income tax payer.

> *For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:*

  • The applicant should be a registered member Under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Punjab.
  • The member should have complete or partial disability.
  • The member should not possess Health Cards issued under the Bhagat Puran Singh Sehat Bima Yojna.

How to Apply for Ex-gratia Scheme: Disability Compensation (P.B.O.C.W.W.B)

Application mode: Online - via CSC / Offline

> Registration Process as a Building/ Construction Worker:

  • For new registration of workers please approach the nearby Sewa Kendra or Registering officers/ Labour Inspector.

> *Application Process of the Welfare Scheme:*

  • To apply for benefits of the concerned welfare scheme, please approach to nearby Sewa Kendra or Registering Officers/ Labour Inspector of your area.

> *Note:*

  • Registration with the Board: A construction worker becomes a member of the board by filling out Application Form No 28 along with depositing registration fees of ₹ 25/- only (once in life) and ₹ 10/- per month as contribution fees. A worker at a time can get himself registered for a minimum period of 1 year & maximum period of 5 years. The registered worker is called 'Beneficiary' of the Board.

> Important Links:

  • Check Your Registration Application Status: Registered workers can check their registration application status through visiting this link upon entering their Registration Number. - Download Registration Card: Registered workers can download their registration Registration Card through visiting this link upon entering their Registration Number. - Check your Scheme Application Status: Registered workers can check their scheme application status through visiting this link upon entering their Registration Number. - CSC Locator: Visit this link to search nearest Common Service Center (CSC) of your area. - List of Sewa Kendra: Visit this link to see the list of Sewa Kendra.

> Helpdesk:

> Punjab Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board

> Address: Labour Bhawan Model Welfare Centre Phase 10, Sector 64, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab, 160062

> Phone : +91 172-2540125

> Email : bocwhq@gmail.com

> For Bocw Portal Related Queries (Technical Support):-

> Phone : +91 172-2540125

> Email : bocwhq@gmail.com

> Office Visiting Hours : Monday to Friday

> (09:00 AM to 05:00 PM)

> *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 No-28 and attach all the mandatory documents (self attested, if required).

Step 2: Application shall be submitted to the Labour Inspector of your area.

> *Application Process of the Welfare Scheme:*

Step 1: A registered worker should download Form No-37 and attach all the mandatory documents (self attested, if required).

Step 2: Application shall be submitted to the Labour Inspectors of your area.

> *Note:*

  • Registration with the Board: A construction worker becomes a member of the board by filling out Application Form No 28 along with depositing registration fees of ₹ 25/- only (once in life) and ₹ 10/- per month as contribution fees. A worker at a time can get himself registered for a minimum period of 1 year & maximum period of 5 years. The registered worker is called 'Beneficiary' of the Board.

> Important Links:

  • Check Your Registration Application Status: Registered workers can check their registration application status through visiting this link upon entering their Registration Number. - Download Registration Card: Registered workers can download their registration Registration Card through visiting this link upon entering their Registration Number. - Check your Scheme Application Status: Registered workers can check their scheme application status through visiting this link upon entering their Registration Number. - CSC Locator: Visit this link to search nearest Common Service Center (CSC) of your area. - List of Sewa Kendra: Visit this link to see the list of Sewa Kendra.

> Helpdesk:

> Punjab Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board

> Address: Labour Bhawan Model Welfare Centre Phase 10, Sector 64, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab, 160062

> Phone : +91 172-2540125

> Email : bocwhq@gmail.com

> For Bocw Portal Related Queries (Technical Support):-

> Phone : +91 172-2540125

> Email : bocwhq@gmail.com

> Office Visiting Hours : Monday to Friday

> (09:00 AM to 05:00 PM)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Ex-gratia Scheme: Disability Compensation (P.B.O.C.W.W.B) scheme?

The &amp;quot;Ex-gratia Scheme: Disability Compensation&amp;39;&amp;39; by the BOCW Welfare Board, Department of Labour, Punjab, is a welfare scheme for the registered workers of the board. Under this scheme, the Board shall provide compensation to the registered worker in the e…

Who is eligible for Ex-gratia Scheme: Disability Compensation (P.B.O.C.W.W.B)?

&gt; For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker: The applicant should be a resident of Punjab. The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker (Unorganised Worker). The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years. The applicant should have engaged in building and construction work…

What benefits does Ex-gratia Scheme: Disability Compensation (P.B.O.C.W.W.B) provide?

Compensation for Complete Disability: Ex-gratia amount of ₹4,00,000/-. - Compensation for Partial Disability: Proportionate amount of ₹4,00,000/- shall be given on the basis of percentage of disability i.e., ₹4,000/- for each 1% disability and maximum of ₹4,00,000/-.

How can I apply for Ex-gratia Scheme: Disability Compensation (P.B.O.C.W.W.B)?

&gt; Registration Process as a Building/ Construction Worker: For new registration of workers please approach the nearby Sewa Kendra or Registering officers/ Labour Inspector. &gt; Application Process of the Welfare Scheme: To apply for benefits of the concerned welfare scheme, please approach to n…

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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