Old Age Pension Scheme (APB&OCWWB)

Description
The scheme “Old Age Pension Scheme” was started by the Department of Labour and Employment, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh for registered workers of Arunachal Pradesh Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board APB&OCWWB . The government of Arunachal Pradesh has introduced the pension scheme through the board and the aim of the scheme is to secure the economic dependency of a worker after retirement or at an old age period.

Benefits
• 1. Cash assistance of ₹500/- per month, to the old age beneficiaries with an increase in ₹10/- on completion of every 5 years.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Arunachal Pradesh.
2. The applicant must be employed in the Building and Other Construction works.
3. The applicant should be registered with Labour Welfare Board (APB&OCWWB).
4. The applicant with a membership for at least 1 year after the age of 60 years is eligible to apply under the scheme.

Required Documents
• Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card, Voter ID card, etc.
• Xerox copy of the registration card of the worker
• Bank Account details/ front page of the passbook
• Passport-size photographs

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the aim of the scheme?
A: The aim of this scheme is to secure the economic dependency of a worker after retirement or at an old age period.

Q: By which department was this scheme launched?
A: Department of Labour and Employment, Government of Arunachal Pradesh

Q: What is the full form of APB&OCWWB?
A: Arunachal Pradesh Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board

Q: What is the amount of pension to be given to the eligible worker?
A: A monthly pension of [?]500/- will be given to old-age beneficiaries.

Q: What should be the minimum age to take the benefit of the scheme?
A: The minimum age of the applicant should be 60 years.

Q: How much will be the increment in pension?
A: The pension will increase by [?]10/- on completion every 5 years.

Q: Is it mandatory to be registered under Board for a worker?
A: Yes, the labour/worker must be a registered worker under the Board.

Q: Who is eligible under this scheme?
A: A registered worker with a membership for at least 1 year after the age of 60 years is eligible for the scheme.

Q: Is this scheme only for a worker /labour of Arunachal Pradesh?
A: Yes, the applicant should be a permanent resident of Arunachal Pradesh.

Q: How can I avail the benefits of the scheme?
A: The applicant needs to contact Registering Officers, APB&OCWWB of the respective District.