Maternity Benefit (MBOCWWB)
in Meghalaya
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Maternity Benefit (MBOCWWB) in Meghalaya
Maternity Benefit (MBOCWWB) is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Meghalaya.
Apply for Maternity Benefit (MBOCWWB) in Meghalaya
Scheme Overview
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.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a resident of Meghalaya.
The applicant should be a woman engaged in building or other construction works.
The applicant should be registered under the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
The applicant should have an active membership of the Board.
Women workers are eligible to avail of maternity benefits during their maternity period.
This benefit shall not be allowed for more than twice.
Benefits
The registered women construction workers shall receive financial assistance of ₹1,000/- as maternity benefits during their maternity period.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Photograph of the worker |
| 2 | ID Proof of worker (Electoral Card, Ration Card, Driver's License, Aadhaar Card, Passport are acceptable) |
| 3 | Employer Certificate/Self Certification (Issued Either by the Labour Inspector or the Employer or SDO/AEE of Works Department) |
| 4 | Bank Passbook of the worker |
| 5 | eShram ID card, if any |
| 6 | 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 C |
| 7 | Nomination Form duly signed by the applicant |
| 8 | Self-declaration towards non-enrolment as a member of any other welfare fund/ board |
| 9 | SC/ST Certificate (if applicable) |
| 10 | Any other documents as required |
| 11 | MBOCWWB ID Card |
| 12 | Medical Certificate from the Doctor concerned with proper Signature and Claim |
| 13 | Challans of Bills (Received/Used in the Hospital) during the Stay |
| 14 | Challan/Receipt of the last Monthly Subscription paid |
| 15 | Any other documents as required |
Common questions in Meghalaya
Who can apply for Maternity Benefit (MBOCWWB) in Meghalaya?
Eligible residents of Meghalaya who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Maternity Benefit (MBOCWWB). Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Maternity Benefit (MBOCWWB) in Meghalaya?
Applicants in Meghalaya typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Registered women construction workers are entitled to receive [?]1,000/- as maternity benefits during their maternity period.