Funeral Benefit (MBOCWWB)

Description
The scheme “Funeral Benefit” 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, financial assistance shall be provided to nominees or dependents of deceased registered construction workers, towards funeral expenses.

Benefits
• Under the scheme, financial assistance of ₹5,000/- shall be given to nominees or dependents of deceased registered construction workers, towards funeral expenses.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a legal nominee or dependent of deceased worker.
2. The deceased worker should have been a resident of Meghalaya.
3. The deceased worker should have been engaged in any building or other construction work.
4. The deceased worker should have been registered under the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
5. The financial assistance shall be given to nominees or dependents of deceased registered workers, towards funeral expenses.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 01: The applicants may visit the online Portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm
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Step 01: The applicants may visit the online Portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm

Step 2: 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.
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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 3: Step 03: After filling in all the details, click on ‘Register’.
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Step 03: After filling in all the details, click on ‘Register’.

Step 4: Step 04: After successful registration, the applicant will see the message “Registered Successfully”.
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Step 04: After successful registration, the applicant will see the message “Registered Successfully”.

Step 5: Step 01: Visit the online Portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm
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Step 01: Visit the online Portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm

Step 6: Step 02: Enter your User ID (Registered Mobile Number), Password, and Enter Security Code. Click on Login.
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Step 02: Enter your User ID (Registered Mobile Number), Password, and Enter Security Code. Click on Login.

Step 7: Step 03: After successful login, click on the “Funeral Benefit” scheme from the Dashboard.
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Step 03: After successful login, click on the “Funeral Benefit” scheme from the Dashboard.

Step 8: Step 04: Fill in all the required information and necessary enclosures.
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Step 04: Fill in all the required information and necessary enclosures.

Step 9: Step 05: Click ‘Submit’ to apply for benefits.
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Step 05: Click ‘Submit’ to apply for benefits.

Step 10: Step 01: Visit the online Portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm
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Step 01: Visit the online Portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm

Step 11: Step 02: Enter your User ID (Registered Mobile Number), Password, and Enter Security Code. Click on Login.
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Step 02: Enter your User ID (Registered Mobile Number), Password, and Enter Security Code. Click on Login.

Step 12: Step 03: From the menu, click on ‘Track Application Status’.
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Step 03: From the menu, click on ‘Track Application Status’.

Step 13: Step 04: Click on ‘View Details’ to view your application.
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Step 04: Click on ‘View Details’ to view your application.

Step 14: Step 05: Click on ‘Application History’ to view the application history.
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Step 05: Click on ‘Application History’ to view the application history.

Step 15: Step 06: Click on ‘Update’ to update your application.
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Note: Once your application is under process or processed, you cannot update it.
(Worker’s User Manual)

Required Documents
• MBOCWWB ID Card of worker
• Death Certificate
• Challan/Receipt of the Monthly Subscription paid
• Nominee's ID Proof may be Voter ID, Licence or others
• Bank Passbook
• Applicant Address Proof
• Succession Certificate
• Nominee’s Consent Letters
• Guardian Certificate (in case Applicant is Minor)
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is “Funeral Benefit” scheme?
A: The "Funeral Benefit" scheme is a social security scheme that provides financial assistance to the nominees/dependents of a deceased member, towards funeral expenses.

Q: Which department has implemented this Scheme?
A: Meghalaya Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board

Q: Who is eligible to receive benefits under this scheme?
A: The legal nominees or dependents of deceased registered construction workers are eligible to receive benefits under the Funeral Benefit Scheme.

Q: How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
A: A financial assistance of [?]5,000/- is provided to the nominees or dependents of deceased registered construction workers to cover funeral expenses.

Q: Can the financial assistance be transferred to a bank account?
A: Yes, the financial assistance can usually be transferred to the bank account of the nominee or dependent upon submission of the necessary banking details.

Q: How can the application be submitted?
A: Applications can be made online at http://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services

Q: Can the application be tracked?
A: Yes, applications can be tracked from the Dashboard after logging into http://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services