Funeral and Ex-Gratia (K.B.O.C.W.W.B)
in Karnataka
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Funeral and Ex-Gratia (K.B.O.C.W.W.B) in Karnataka
Funeral and Ex-Gratia (K.B.O.C.W.W.B) is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Karnataka.
Apply for Funeral and Ex-Gratia (K.B.O.C.W.W.B) in Karnataka
Scheme Overview
The "Funeral and Ex-Gratia'' by the BOCW Welfare Board, Department of Labour, Karnataka, is a welfare scheme that provides financial assistance to the nominee of a deceased registered construction worker to cover funeral expenses and an ex-gratia payment to alleviate financial hardship.
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 beneficiary should be a nominee of a deceased registered construction worker Under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Karnataka.
Benefits
**Funeral Assistance:** ₹4,000/- to cover funeral expenses. - **Ex-Gratia Payment:** ₹71,000/- to provide financial support to the nominee of the deceased.
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 bank passbook (Beneficiary or Nominee's in case of beneficiary’s death). |
| 7 | Death Certificate attested by gazetted officer. |
| 8 | Ration Card. |
| 9 | Aadhaar Card. |
| 10 | Employer Certificate. |
| 11 | Any Photo ID proof of Nominee. |
| 12 | Employment Certificate/90 Days Work Certificate (Form V(A)/V(B)/V(C)/V(D)). |
| 13 | Employment Certificate/90 Days Work Certificate (Form V(A)/V(B)/V(C)/V(D)). |
Common questions in Karnataka
Who can apply for Funeral 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 Funeral 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 Funeral 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.