The “Financial Assistance for Marriage (GBOCWWB)” scheme is a welfare initiative by the Goa Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board under the Department of Labour and Employment, Goa. This scheme is designed to support registered workers by providing a financial grant of ₹4,000 for the marriage of their children. Additionally, a female registered worker is eligible to receive the same assistance for her own marriage. To qualify, workers must maintain continuous membership with the Board for at least 3 years. Applications for this scheme are accepted offline.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance:
Eligible workers receive a one-time grant of ₹4,000.
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a worker registered with the Goa Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- The worker should have maintained continuous membership with the Board for at least 3 years.
- The scheme applies to the marriage of the worker’s children (up to two children) or to the self-marriage of a female registered worker.
Application Process
Offline
- Obtain the Application Form:
- Download the prescribed format from the Official Website of the Department of Labour and Employment, Goa, or visit the Office of the Commissioner, Labour & Employment at Sharma Shakti Bhavan, 2nd Floor, Patto Plaza, Panaji, Goa (Tel: 0832-2437081/82/83, Email: [email protected]) to request a hard copy.
- Fill the Form:
- Complete all mandatory fields in the application form.
- Paste a passport-sized photograph (if required) and attach copies of all mandatory documents (self-attested, if necessary).
- Submit the Form:
- Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the required documents to the Office of the Commissioner, Labour & Employment.
- Obtain Receipt:
- Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority, ensuring it contains the submission date, time, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Documents Required
- Worker Registration Card/Number.
- Receipt of Payment:
Receipt of payment for the first and last subscription with the Board. - Proof of Age:
For both the bride and groom. - Marriage Certificate:
The certificate should include the date and the address of the issuing authority.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who oversees the operations of the Goa Building and Other Construction Workers’ Welfare Board?
The board is overseen by the Goa Labour Welfare Department. - How can one apply for registration of establishments employing building workers in Goa?
Specific guidelines are provided on the official website and through the Citizen’s Charter. - What is the age-related eligibility criteria for registration under the Building and Other Construction Workers Act in Goa?
Applicants must meet the age criteria as specified under the Act. - What is the eligibility criteria regarding the service period for registration under the Act?
Workers must have a continuous membership of at least 3 years to avail of the marriage assistance. - Can a worker who is also a member of another fund register under the Act?
Eligibility is determined based on the guidelines set by the Goa Labour Welfare Board. - How long is the validity of the registration certificate issued under the Act?
The validity period is defined in the official guidelines. - Who are the registering officers responsible for processing applications under the Act?
Details of the registering officers can be found in the Citizen’s Charter and official guidelines. - How can citizens register their grievances with the Public Grievance Department in Goa?
Grievances can be registered through the designated channels mentioned in the official guidelines. - What subjects/topics are not considered grievances by the Public Grievance Department in Goa?
The official guidelines specify the scope of grievances accepted. - Who serves as the First Appellate Authority for matters related to the Labour Department in Goa?
The First Appellate Authority is detailed in the official documentation. - What is the fee structure for registration of establishments employing building workers in Goa?
Fees are detailed in the official guidelines. - What are the responsibilities of the Deputy Labour Commissioner (Registering Authority)?
The responsibilities include processing applications and ensuring compliance with the Act.