The “Funeral and Ex-Gratia” scheme by the Karnataka Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (KBOCWWB), under the Department of Labour, is designed to support registered construction workers and their families. In the unfortunate event of a registered construction worker’s death, the scheme provides financial assistance to the nominee, helping to cover funeral expenses and ease the financial burden through an ex-gratia payment.
Benefits
- Funeral Assistance:
A sum of ₹4,000/- is provided to cover the funeral expenses. - Ex-Gratia Payment:
An ex-gratia amount of ₹71,000/- is granted to provide financial support to the nominee of the deceased worker.
Eligibility
For Registration as a Building/Construction Worker:
- Must be a Building/Construction Worker (Unorganised Worker).
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must have engaged in building and construction work for at least 90 days in a given year.
For Application of the Welfare Scheme:
- The applicant should be a nominee of a deceased registered construction worker under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Karnataka.
- The application for this benefit must be submitted within one (1) year of the death.
Application Process
Registration Process as a Building/Construction Worker (Online)
- Visit the Official Website:
Navigate to the Karnataka Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board website and click on “Register”. - Register as a New Construction Worker:
Select “Register as New Construction Worker”, enter your mobile number (as per Aadhaar), and verify using the OTP. - Complete Registration:
From the dashboard, click on “Registration”, fill in all mandatory details, upload required documents, and click “Final Submit” to complete the registration.
Application Process for the Welfare Scheme (Online)
- Login:
Visit the official website and click on “Login”. Enter your registered mobile number and OTP. - Access Schemes:
Once logged in, click on “Schemes”. (Access to the schemes page is available after registration approval.) - Apply:
Select the relevant scheme, fill in all mandatory details, upload the required documents, review the details, check the declaration box, and click “Submit”.
Renewal Process (Online)
- Login:
Visit the official website, click on “Login”, and enter your registered mobile number and OTP. - Renew Registration:
From the dashboard, click on “Renewal”, fill in mandatory details, upload the required documents, review, and click “Submit”. - Renewal Frequency:
Construction workers must renew their registration every 3 years. If not renewed within 3 years, a 1-year grace period is provided. After this, the registration becomes invalid.
Helpdesk and Contact Details
- Address:
Karnataka Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board,
Karmika Bhavan, Dairy Circle, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore-29. - Office Phone: 080-29753078
- Email: [email protected]
Documents Required
For Registration as a Building/Construction Worker:
- Employment Certificate/90 Days Work Certificate:
(Form V(A)/V(B)/V(C)/V(D)) - Aadhaar Card:
Self-attested. - Ration Card: (Non-mandatory)
- Age Proof:
Voter ID Card or Aadhaar Card.
For Application of the Welfare Scheme:
- Beneficiary/Original Identity Card:
Issued by the board. - Photocopy of Bank Passbook:
(Beneficiary’s or nominee’s, in case of death). - Death Certificate:
Attested by a gazetted officer. - Ration Card.
- Aadhaar Card.
- Employer Certificate.
- Photo ID Proof of Nominee.
- Employment Certificate/90 Days Work Certificate:
(Form V(A)/V(B)/V(C)/V(D)).
For Renewal Process:
- Employment Certificate/90 Days Work Certificate:
(Form V(A)/V(B)/V(C)/V(D)).
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who can register as a beneficiary under the KBOCWWB?
Any registered building/construction worker meeting the eligibility criteria can register. For the welfare scheme, the nominee of a deceased registered worker is eligible. -
Is there a minimum service requirement to register as a beneficiary?
Yes, a minimum of 90 days of engagement in building/construction work in a given year is required. -
Who can apply for the welfare scheme?
The nominee of a deceased registered construction worker under the board is eligible to apply. -
What are the mandatory documents for the registration?
Documents include the Employment/90 Days Work Certificate, Aadhaar Card, and Age Proof. -
How often must a construction worker renew their registration with the board?
Every 3 years, with a 1-year grace period if not renewed on time. -
What happens if a worker doesn’t renew their registration within the 3-year period or grace period?
The registration becomes invalid, and the worker may lose eligibility for benefits. -
Is there any application fee required for registration?
No application fee is required. -
How to enroll as a beneficiary under the board?
Register online on the official website using your Aadhaar-linked mobile number. -
What are the benefits provided under this scheme?
Funeral assistance of ₹4,000/- and an ex-gratia payment of ₹71,000/-. -
Can the funeral assistance and ex-gratia be claimed separately?
They are part of the same welfare scheme and are processed as per the guidelines. -
How to apply for the assistance under this scheme?
Log in to the official website, select the scheme under the “Schemes” section, and complete the online application.