Medical Assistance (MBOCWWB)
The scheme provides financial assistance to registered construction workers who are hospitalized for five or more days due to an accident or any disease.
About the Medical Assistance (MBOCWWB) Scheme
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
- The financial assistance shall be ₹200/- for first 5 days and ₹20/- each for the remaining days subject to a minimum ₹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 ₹5,000/- depending upon the percentage of disability.
Eligibility Criteria
- 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.
How to Apply for Medical Assistance (MBOCWWB)
Application mode: Online / Offline
> 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)
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
What is the Medical Assistance (MBOCWWB) scheme?
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 con…
Who is eligible for Medical Assistance (MBOCWWB)?
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 th…
What benefits does Medical Assistance (MBOCWWB) provide?
The financial assistance shall be ₹200/- for first 5 days and ₹20/- each for the remaining days subject to a minimum ₹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 wor…
How can I apply for Medical Assistance (MBOCWWB)?
> Online Worker Registration Process (Portal): Step 01: The applicants may visit the online Portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocwservices/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…
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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