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Assam
Death Benefit (A.B.O.C.W.W.B)
Building Worker
Construction Worker
Death
Financial Assistance
Labour
Details
The scheme “Death Benefit” was started by the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (A.B.O.C.W.W.B), Labour Welfare Department, Government of Assam. Under this scheme, financial assistance shall be given to the nominees/dependents of a registered worker towards death benefit, in case of normal death or due to an accident during the course of employment.
Benefits
- The financial assistance of ₹50,000/- shall be given to the nominees/dependents of a registered construction worker in case of normal death during the course of employment.
- The financial assistance of ₹3,00,000/- shall be given to the nominee/dependents of a registered construction worker, in case the death is due to an accident during the course of employment.
Eligibility
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of Assam.
- The applicant should be a nominee/dependent of deceased worker.
- The deceased worker should have been engaged in any building and other construction work.
- The deceased worker should have been registered with the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- The deceased worker should have had an active membership with the Board.
Application Process
Online
Online - via CSCs
Application Process to apply under the scheme:
Step 02: The eligible applicants may login in through ID No./registered phone number. On the home page of the portal, click on ‘Login Now’ and enter the Mobile Number or User ID. OTP received on the registered mobile number should be entered to complete the login.
Step 03: The individual console of the applicant gets opened with various functions such as detail updating, Fees due, and benefits eligible.
Step 04: Click on ‘Benefit’ and select the applicable scheme (Death Benefit) under the benefit and the portal redirects to an online application form specific to the scheme.
Step 05: The applicant may fill up the application with all mandatory fields and upload the necessary documents.
Step 06: The applicant submits the application form and a tracking/reference number is generated as a future reference for the applicant.
Post-Application Process:
Step 01: Successfully submitted applications pop up in the concerned Officers console. The officer may assign a subordinate to make verifications through the portal.
Step 02: Subsequent to preliminary verification, the application is placed in the scrutiny committee for detailed checks.
Step 03: Minutes of the Scrutiny Committee meeting get uploaded and Forwarded to the H.O.
Step 04: Applications/ Pops up in the Officer’s Console of Head Office. Officer assigns to the Assistant concerned and allotted with the District concerned.
Step 05: The assistant processes the application through PFMS. Account details get auto-verified in PFMS.
Step 06: On successful PFMS verification, Print Advice is generated through PFMS.
Step 07: Approving authority approves for disbursement of the benefit through PFMS.
Documents Required
- ABOCWWB ID Card of the deceased worker
- Applicant's Photo
- Signature of the Applicant
- Attested Copy of ID Card of the Deceased Worker
- Death Certificate Issued by Government Doctor/Appropriate Authority
- Succession Certificate
- Certificate of Guardianship with consent from the other family members and minor nominee
- Copy of Payslip of Account Paybook
- Caste Certificate (Other than General category)
- Applicant's Identification Certificate from the Government Gaonburah and Village Panchayat Officer
- Loan Recovery Documents, if any
- Age Proof Certificate for minor
- Bank account details
- Any other related documents
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Death Benefit Scheme?
Death Benefit Scheme introduced by the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Welfare Department, Government of Assam. It provides financial assistance to the nominees/dependents of registered construction workers in the unfortunate event of the worker's death, whether it occurs due to natural causes during employment or as a result of an accident on the job.
Who is eligible to avail the Death Benefit under this scheme?
The nominees or dependents of a registered construction worker, as recognized by the A.B.O.C.W.W.B., are eligible to avail of the Death Benefit in case of the worker's normal death during the course of employment or death due to an accident on the job.
What is the financial assistance provided under the Scheme for a normal death during employment?
The scheme offers a financial assistance of ₹50,000/- to the nominees or dependents of a registered construction worker in the event of the worker's normal death during the course of employment.
What financial assistance is provided if the registered worker's death is a result of an accident during employment?
In case of the worker's death due to an accident during the course of employment, the scheme provides financial assistance of ₹3,00,000/- to the nominee or dependents of the registered construction worker.
Can non-residents of Assam apply for the Death Benefit under this scheme?
No, only permanent residents of Assam are eligible to apply for the Death Benefit.
What kinds of construction work are considered under this scheme?
The scheme covers individuals engaged in any building and other construction work.
Is it mandatory for the deceased worker to be registered with the A.B.O.C.W.W.B.?
Yes, the deceased worker must have been registered with the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
Can the Death Benefit be availed if the deceased worker's membership with the Board was not active at the time of death?
No, the deceased worker should have had an active membership with the A.B.O.C.W.W.B. at the time of death.
How to apply under the scheme?
The eligible applicant may apply through the official portal. https://abocwwb.assam.gov.in/
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Assam
Death Benefit (A.B.O.C.W.W.B)
Building Worker
Construction Worker
Death
Financial Assistance
Labour
Details
Benefits
Eligibility
Application Process
Documents Required
Frequently Asked Questions
The scheme “Death Benefit” was started by the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (A.B.O.C.W.W.B), Labour Welfare Department, Government of Assam. Under this scheme, financial assistance shall be given to the nominees/dependents of a registered worker towards death benefit, in case of normal death or due to an accident during the course of employment.
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