The “Maternity Benefits Scheme” is an initiative by the Bihar Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board under the Labour Resources Department, Government of Bihar. Launched to support female construction workers during childbirth, the scheme provides financial assistance equivalent to 90 days of the minimum wages set by the State Government for unskilled workers. This benefit is applicable for the first two deliveries and aims to alleviate the financial burden during maternity.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance:
Eligible female construction workers receive a benefit equivalent to 90 days of the minimum wages for unskilled workers.
Eligibility
- Gender:
The applicant must be female. - Registration:
The applicant must be registered with the Bihar Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (BBOCWWB). - Membership Duration:
The applicant should have completed at least one year of active membership with the Board. - Delivery Limit:
The benefits are provided for the first two childbirths.
Application Process
Online
Registration Process:
- Visit the Official Website:
Navigate to the official website of the Bihar Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. - New Registration:
Click on “Apply for New Registration.” - Provide Details:
On the registration page, enter your details including your Aadhaar Number and click “Authenticate.” - Fill the Form:
Complete the online form by filling in all mandatory fields (marked with an asterisk *). - Submit and Pay:
Click “Submit” and proceed to pay the application fee online. - Receive Registration Number:
After successful payment, you will receive your construction worker registration number.
Scheme Application Process:
- Access Scheme Application:
Visit the official website and click on “Scheme Application,” then select “Apply for Scheme.” - Enter Registration Number:
Input your registration number and click “Show” to view your details. - Select the Scheme:
Choose the Maternity Benefits Scheme. - Complete Application Form:
Fill in all mandatory information and upload the necessary documents as per the specified format and size. - Submit Application:
Click on “Submit Application” to complete the process.
Application Tracking:
- Track Status:
Applicants can track their application status online on the official website by providing their registration number.
Documents Required
- Identity Card of the Registered Worker.
- Bank Account Details.
- Birth Certificate.
- Proof of Membership.
- Proof of Age at the Time of Registration.
- Any other documents as required.
Frequently Asked Questions
- If I am a female construction worker who has been working for 8 months in Bihar, would I be eligible to receive maternity benefits from the state welfare board?
No, you must complete at least one year of membership with the Board to be eligible. - As a registered female construction worker in Bihar, what is the maximum number of times I can receive maternity benefits through this scheme?
The benefits are provided for the first two childbirths only. - What steps do I need to take to register myself as a construction worker before I can apply for maternity benefits in Bihar?
Visit the official website, click on “Apply for New Registration,” fill in the required details including your Aadhaar number, and complete the registration process along with payment of the application fee. - Could you explain the complete process of applying for maternity benefits after I have received my construction worker registration number?
Log in to the official website, click on “Scheme Application,” enter your registration number to view your details, select the Maternity Benefits Scheme, fill out the application form, upload the required documents, and then submit the application. - If I register as a construction worker today, when will I become eligible to apply for maternity benefits under this scheme?
You will be eligible after completing one full year of active membership. - What is the exact financial assistance I will receive as maternity benefits under this welfare scheme?
The assistance is equivalent to 90 days of the minimum wages for unskilled workers, as set by the Government of Bihar. - As a registered construction worker, what should I do to ensure my membership remains active so I can claim maternity benefits when needed?
Ensure timely renewal of your registration as required by the Board and maintain all necessary documentation. - If I am currently pregnant and planning to register as a construction worker, will I be eligible for maternity benefits immediately after completing one year of membership?
Yes, provided you complete one year of active membership before applying for the benefits.