Accident Assistance (K.B.O.C.W.W.B)
in Karnataka
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Accident Assistance (K.B.O.C.W.W.B) in Karnataka
Accident Assistance (K.B.O.C.W.W.B) is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Karnataka.
Apply for Accident Assistance (K.B.O.C.W.W.B) in Karnataka
Scheme Overview
The "Accident Assistance'' by the BOCW Welfare Board, Department of Labour, Karnataka, is a welfare scheme that aims to provide compensation of a certain amount both from the employer and the Board.
Eligibility Criteria
> ***For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:***
- The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker (Unorganised Worker).
- The applicant should be a minimum of 18 years of age.
- The applicant should have engaged in building and construction work for at least 90 days in a given year.
> **For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:**
- The applicant should be a registered construction worker Under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Karnataka.
- The accident must occur either during the course of employment or outside of work.
Benefits
Death Benefit: ₹5,00,000/- granted (50% in Fixed Deposit, 50% via cheque/DBT) to the first living nominee.
Permanent Total Disablement Benefit: ₹2,00,000/- granted (50% in Fixed Deposit, 50% via cheque/DBT).
Permanent Partial Disablement Benefit: ₹1,00,000/- granted proportionally (50% in Fixed Deposit, 50% via cheque/DBT).
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Employment Certificate/90 Days Work Certificate (Form V(A)/V(B)/V(C)/V(D)). |
| 2 | Aadhar Card (Self-Attested). |
| 3 | Ration Card(non-mandatory). |
| 4 | Age Proof (Voter ID Card/Aadhar Card). |
| 5 | Medical Certificate. |
| 6 | Medical Disability Certificate. |
| 7 | Death certificate. |
| 8 | FIR COPY. |
| 9 | Postmortem Report. |
| 10 | Self Declaration. |
| 11 | Employment Certificate/90 Days Work Certificate (Form V(A)/V(B)/V(C)/V(D)). |
Common questions in Karnataka
Who can apply for Accident Assistance (K.B.O.C.W.W.B) in Karnataka?
Eligible residents of Karnataka who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Accident Assistance (K.B.O.C.W.W.B). Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Accident Assistance (K.B.O.C.W.W.B) in Karnataka?
Applicants in Karnataka typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Any construction worker whose age is minimum 18 years of age and has worked in any construction work for a minimum of 90 days in a year, are eligible to register as a beneficiary under the Board.