Maternity Benefit (MBOCWWB)

Description
The “Maternity 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 in the form of maternity benefits shall be provided to women construction workers registered under the Board during their maternity period.

Benefits
• The registered women construction workers shall receive financial assistance of ₹1,000/- as maternity benefits during their maternity period.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a resident of Meghalaya.
2. The applicant should be a woman engaged in building or other construction works.
3. The applicant should be registered under the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
4. The applicant should have an active membership of the Board.
5. Women workers are eligible to avail of maternity benefits during their maternity period.
6. This benefit shall not be allowed for more than twice.

Required Documents
• Photograph of the worker
• ID Proof of worker (Electoral Card, Ration Card, Driver's License, Aadhaar Card, Passport are acceptable)
• Employer Certificate/Self Certification (Issued Either by the Labour Inspector or the Employer or SDO/AEE of Works Department)
• Bank Passbook of the worker
• eShram ID card, if any
• Age proof of concerned building worker/applicant i.e. School certificate, Certificate from the Registrar of Birth and Deaths, Certificate from the Medical Officer not below the rank of an Assistant Surgeon in Government Service, Electoral Photo Identity Card
• Nomination Form duly signed by the applicant
• Self-declaration towards non-enrolment as a member of any other welfare fund/ board
• SC/ST Certificate (if applicable)
• Any other documents as required
• MBOCWWB ID Card
• Medical Certificate from the Doctor concerned with proper Signature and Claim
• Challans of Bills (Received/Used in the Hospital) during the Stay
• Challan/Receipt of the last Monthly Subscription paid
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the benefits provided under this scheme?
A: Registered women construction workers are entitled to receive [?]1,000/- as maternity benefits during their maternity period.

Q: Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
A: Registered women construction workers are eligible to apply during their maternity period.

Q: Is there a limit to how many times a woman can receive maternity benefits?
A: Yes, each eligible woman can avail of the maternity benefit scheme not more than twice.

Q: Is there any documentation required for availing maternity benefits?
A: Documentation requirements may include proof of residency, engagement in construction works, registration with the Board, and active membership details.

Q: Can women workers receive maternity benefits if they are not registered with the Board?
A: No, only women workers registered under the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board are eligible for maternity benefits.

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