Marriage Assistance for Meghalaya Construction Workers – Eligibility & Benefits

The “Marriage Benefit” scheme is a social security initiative implemented by the Meghalaya Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWWB) under the Labour Department, Government of Meghalaya. This scheme provides financial assistance to registered construction workers for their own marriage, as well as for the marriage of all their adult children upon submission of proper documentation such as Marriage Certificates.

Benefits

• For Own Marriage:
  Registered workers receive financial assistance of ₹5,000 for their own marriage.
• For Marriage of Adult Children:
  An additional financial assistance of ₹5,000 is provided for each adult child’s marriage, subject to the submission of appropriate documentation.

Eligibility

• Residency and Employment:
  • The beneficiary must be a resident of Meghalaya.
  • The beneficiary should be engaged in building or other construction work.
• Registration:
  • The worker must be registered under the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
• Membership Duration:
  • Workers with continuous membership for 3 years are eligible.
• Marriage Assistance:
  • A registered worker may apply for financial assistance for their own marriage only once.
  • Assistance for the marriage of adult children is available provided the requisite documentation (e.g., Marriage Certificate) is produced.

Application Process

Online Registration Process (Portal)

1. Worker Registration:

   • Step 1: Visit the online portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm.
   • Step 2: Click on the ‘Worker’ button on the home page and register by entering all mandatory details.
   • Step 3: Click on ‘Register’. On successful registration, you will see “Registered Successfully”.

2. New Registration under MBOCWWB:

   • Step 1: Login using your registered mobile number (User ID), Password, and Security Code.
   • Step 2: Click on “Apply for New Registration” from the menu.
   • Step 3: Fill in the Registration Form with Personal, Service/Work, Bank, and Demographic Details.
   • Step 4: Submit the form.
   • Step 5: Manage Family & Nominee Details by clicking ‘Add New’ to add the required information.
   • Step 6: Upload required enclosures (Photograph, ID Proof, Employer Certificate/Self Certification, Bank Passbook).
   • Step 7: Click on ‘Complete’ to finish the registration. A Registration Certificate will be generated after verification by the Block/District Labour Inspector and approval by the District Labour Commissioner.

3. Application for Marriage Assistance:

   • Step 1: Login using your User ID, Password, and Security Code.
   • Step 2: From the Dashboard, select the “Marriage Assistance” scheme.
   • Step 3: Fill in all required details and upload necessary enclosures.
   • Step 4: Click ‘Submit’ to apply for benefits.

4. Application Tracking/Update:

   • Step 1: Login to the portal.
   • Step 2: Click on “Track Application Status” from the menu.
   • Step 3: View details, application history, and update your application (note: updates are not permitted once processing has begun).

Documents Required

For New Registration under MBOCWWB

• Photograph: A recent photograph of the worker.
• ID Proof: Acceptable documents include Electoral Card, Ration Card, Driver’s License, Aadhaar Card, or Passport.
• Employer Certificate/Self Certification: Issued by the Labour Inspector, Employer, or SDO/AEE of the Works Department.
• Bank Passbook: Copy of the worker’s bank passbook.
• eShram ID Card: If available.
• Age Proof: School certificate, Certificate from the Registrar of Birth and Deaths, or Certificate from a Medical Officer (not below the rank of Assistant Surgeon) or Electoral Photo Identity Card.
• Nomination Form: Duly signed by the applicant.
• Self-declaration: Stating non-enrolment in any other welfare fund/board.
• SC/ST Certificate: If applicable.
• Other Documents: Any additional documents as required.

For Marriage Assistance Application

• MBOCWWB ID Card: Issued to the worker.
• Marriage Certificate: As proof of marriage.
• Challan/Receipt: For the last monthly subscription paid.
• Bank Passbook: Copy as required.
• Other Documents: Any additional documents as required.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the benefits provided under the scheme?
  Registered construction workers receive ₹5,000 for their own marriage and an additional ₹5,000 for the marriage of each adult child, provided proper documentation is submitted.

• Who is eligible to avail of the benefits?
  Only registered construction workers who are residents of Meghalaya and have been members of the MBOCWWB for at least 3 continuous years are eligible.

• How often can a registered worker avail of the financial assistance for their own marriage?
  A registered worker can avail of the assistance for their own marriage only once.

• Can registered workers apply for financial assistance for the marriage of their adult children?
  Yes, they can apply for financial assistance for the marriage of all their adult children upon submission of valid Marriage Certificates and other required documentation.

• Can a worker avail of financial assistance if he/she has been registered for less than 3 years?
  No, continuous membership for 3 years is required to be eligible for the scheme.

• How can the application be submitted?
  Applications can be submitted online through the MBOCWWB portal.

• Can the application be tracked?
  Yes, the portal provides an option to track application status and view application history.

Sources and References

• Scheme Details
• Amendment Notification
• Official Website
• Online Application Portal
• Registration Form
• Application Form for Marriage Assistance
• Nomination Form
• Family Members Form
• SDO Certificate
• Employer Certificate