The “Maternity Benefit” scheme is an initiative by the Andaman & Nicobar Islands Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (ANBOCWWB), under the Department of Labour, Employment & Training of the Andaman & Nicobar Administration. This scheme provides financial assistance during the period of maternity to registered female construction workers, as well as to male construction workers whose wives (aged 19 years or older) are not registered beneficiaries. The assistance is provided through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to support the health and well-being of the beneficiaries during their maternity period.
Benefits
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For Female Beneficiaries:
Registered female employees receive ₹20,000 as a maternity benefit during the period of maternity. -
For Male Beneficiaries:
Male registered employees, whose wives are 19 years or older and not registered under the scheme, are eligible to receive ₹10,000 as a maternity benefit.
Eligibility
- The beneficiary must be a resident of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
- The beneficiary must be engaged in building and other construction work.
- The beneficiary must be registered under the ANBOCWWB and have active membership for at least one year.
- For Female Workers:
They are eligible to receive the maternity benefit for their own marriage. - For Male Workers:
They are eligible if their wives are 19 years or older and are not registered beneficiaries. - The scheme covers only those who meet the registration and membership criteria.
Application Process
Online via the Service Portal
Registration Process:
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Visit the Online Portal:
- Navigate to https://serviceonline.gov.in/login.do.
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Register:
- Click on “Register” on the homepage.
- Fill in all the mandatory details and upload the required documents.
- Click “Submit” and validate your Email ID and Mobile Number using the OTP received.
- Once validated, you are registered and will receive your login credentials.
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Registration of Construction Workers under ANBOCWWB:
- Log in using your registered email ID and password.
- Click on “Apply for Services” and then “View All Available Services.”
- Search for “Registration of Construction Workers in ANBOCWWB” and follow the instructions to complete the registration.
- Fill in all mandatory details, upload the relevant documents, preview the form, and click “Submit.”
- Upon successful registration, you will receive a Registration ID.
Application Process for Maternity Benefit:
- Login:
- Log in to the portal using your User ID and Password.
- Navigate to “Apply for Services” and then “View All Available Services.”
- Search for “Maternity Financial Benefit” and select the scheme.
- Fill the Application Form:
- Complete all mandatory fields and upload the necessary documents.
- Preview the application form and click “Submit.”
- Application Tracking:
- To track your application status, log in to the portal, click on “View Application Status,” then “Track Application Status,” and enter your Application Reference Number.
Documents Required
For Registration under ANBOCWWB:
- Passport-size photograph.
- Proof of age/DOB.
- Identity proof (e.g., Aadhaar Card, Voter ID).
- Details of EPF, if any.
- Proof of address.
- 90 Days Work Duration Certificate issued by the competent authority.
- Bank account details.
- Fully filled Registration Form and Nomination Form.
- Any other document as required.
For Maternity Benefit Scheme:
- ANBOCWWB Registration ID Card.
- Identity proof of the worker (e.g., Aadhaar Card).
- Latest Subscription Receipt.
- Address proof.
- Bank account details/Copy of Passbook.
- For male beneficiaries: Identity proof and proof of age for the wife.
- Proof of pregnancy/medical reports or certificate.
- Any other relevant document.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is eligible for maternity benefits under this scheme?
Registered female construction workers are eligible for a benefit of ₹20,000, while male workers whose wives (aged 19 or above and not registered) are eligible for ₹10,000. - What are the benefits provided under the scheme?
Female beneficiaries receive ₹20,000 and male beneficiaries receive ₹10,000 as maternity benefit, disbursed via DBT. - What are the eligibility criteria for female beneficiaries?
They must be registered with ANBOCWWB, have active membership for one year, be residents of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, and be engaged in construction work. - What are the eligibility criteria for male beneficiaries?
Male workers are eligible if they are registered with ANBOCWWB and their wives (aged 19 or above) are not registered under the scheme. - How long should a beneficiary be registered to avail of maternity benefits?
Beneficiaries must be registered for at least one year. - Can a beneficiary avail maternity benefits without being registered under ANBOCWWB?
No, registration with ANBOCWWB is mandatory. - How do I apply under the scheme?
Applications can be submitted online through the designated portal, following the registration and application processes outlined above.