Disability Pension and Ex-Gratia (K.B.O.C.W.W.B)
in Karnataka
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Disability Pension and Ex-Gratia (K.B.O.C.W.W.B) in Karnataka
Disability Pension and Ex-Gratia (K.B.O.C.W.W.B) is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Karnataka.
Apply for Disability Pension and Ex-Gratia (K.B.O.C.W.W.B) in Karnataka
Scheme Overview
The "Disability Pension and Ex-Gratia'' by the BOCW Welfare Board, Department of Labour, Karnataka, is a welfare scheme that provides a monthly pension to beneficiaries partially disabled due to worksite accidents or diseases, with an additional ex-gratia payment based on disability percentage.
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 applicant should be partially disabled due to worksite accidents or diseases.
- The applicant should not have availed “Accident Benefits” for the same disability.
- The applicant must be below sixty (60) years of age.
**Note:** The Disability Pension granted shall be discontinued once the beneficiary attains the age of sixty (60) years.
Benefits
**Monthly Disability Pension:** ₹2,000/-. - **Additional Ex-gratia Payment:** ₹2,00,000/- based on the percentage of disability.
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 | Beneficiary/original Identity card (Issued by the board). |
| 6 | Photocopy of beneficiary's bank passbook. |
| 7 | Living Certificate (every year). |
| 8 | Ration Card. |
| 9 | Employer Certificate. |
| 10 | Medical Report. |
| 11 | ID card issued by the department for the empowerment of differently abled and Senior citizens. |
| 12 | Photocopy of the disabled beneficiary. |
| 13 | Employment Certificate/90 Days Work Certificate (Form V(A)/V(B)/V(C)/V(D)). |
Common questions in Karnataka
Who can apply for Disability Pension and Ex-Gratia (K.B.O.C.W.W.B) in Karnataka?
Eligible residents of Karnataka who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Disability Pension and Ex-Gratia (K.B.O.C.W.W.B). Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Disability Pension and Ex-Gratia (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.