The Government of Arunachal Pradesh, through the Department of Labour and Employment, has initiated the Old Age Pension Scheme for registered workers under the Arunachal Pradesh Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (APB&OCWWB). This scheme is designed to secure the economic dependency of workers after retirement or during old age.
Benefits
- Monthly Cash Assistance:
- An initial pension of ₹500/- per month is provided.
- The pension increases by ₹10/- every 5 years of membership after the age of 60.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Old Age Pension Scheme, the applicant must:
- Be a permanent resident of Arunachal Pradesh.
- Be employed in building and other construction works.
- Be registered with the Labour Welfare Board (APB&OCWWB).
- Have maintained an active membership for at least 1 year after reaching the age of 60.
Application Process
Offline Process:
- Contact the Registering Officers:
- Visit the respective District office of APB&OCWWB to initiate the process.
- Obtain the Application Form:
- Collect the application form in the prescribed format from the concerned office.
- Complete the Form:
- Fill out the application form completely and attach all the required documents.
- Submit the Application:
- Submit the completed application form to the designated office.
- Verification:
- Upon successful verification, the applicant will be able to avail of the pension benefits.
Documents Required
- Identity Proof:
- Aadhaar Card, Voter ID card, etc.
- Registration Proof:
- Xerox copy of the registration card issued by APB&OCWWB.
- Bank Details:
- Bank account details or the front page of the passbook.
- Photographs:
- Passport-size photographs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is the aim of the scheme?
The scheme aims to secure the economic dependency of construction workers during old age or after retirement. -
Which department launched this scheme?
The scheme was launched by the Department of Labour and Employment, Government of Arunachal Pradesh. -
What is the full form of APB&OCWWB?
It stands for Arunachal Pradesh Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. -
What is the amount of pension provided?
Eligible workers receive ₹500/- per month, with an increment of ₹10/- every 5 years. -
What should be the minimum age to avail of the scheme?
The scheme is applicable to workers who are 60 years of age or above. -
Is it mandatory for a worker to be registered under the Board?
Yes, only those workers who are registered with APB&OCWWB can apply. -
Who is eligible under this scheme?
Permanent residents of Arunachal Pradesh engaged in construction work and registered with the Board, who have been members for at least 1 year after the age of 60. -
Is this scheme applicable only to workers in Arunachal Pradesh?
Yes, it is exclusively for construction workers residing in Arunachal Pradesh. -
How can I avail the benefits of the scheme?
By contacting the Registering Officers at the respective district office, completing the prescribed application, and submitting the required documents.