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Funeral and Ex-Gratia (K.B.O.C.W.W.B)

The Funeral and Ex-Gratia'' by the BOCW Welfare Board, Department of Labour, Karnataka, is a welfare scheme that provides financial assistance to the nominee of a deceased registered construction worker to cover funeral expenses and an ex-gratia payment to alleviate financial hardship.

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About This Scheme

The "Funeral and Ex-Gratia'' by the BOCW Welfare Board, Department of Labour, Karnataka, is a welfare scheme for the registered workers of the board. Under this Scheme, the Board provides financial assistance to the nominee on the event of the death of a registered construction worker. The scheme also provides an ex-gratia payment to help mitigate the financial burden caused by the sudden demise of the worker.

Benefits

₹4.0K

  • Funeral Assistance: ₹4,000/- to cover funeral expenses.
  • Ex-Gratia Payment: ₹71,000/- to provide financial support to the nominee of the deceased.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
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    > For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:

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    The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker (Unorganised Worker).

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    The applicant should be a minimum of 18 years of age.

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    The applicant should have engaged in building and construction work for at least 90 days in a given year.

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    > For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:

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    The beneficiary should be a nominee of a deceased registered construction worker Under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Karnataka.

Required Documents

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    > For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:
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    Employment Certificate/90 Days Work Certificate ([Form V(A)](https://karbwwb.karnataka.gov.in/uploads/media_to_upload1689755002.pdf)/[V(B)](https://karbwwb.karnataka.gov.in/uploads/media_to_upload1689755115.pdf)/[V(C)](https://karbwwb.karnataka.gov.in/uploads/media_to_upload1689755179.pdf)/V(D)). - Aadhar Card (Self-Attested).
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    Ration Card(non-mandatory).
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    Age Proof (Voter ID Card/Aadhar Card).
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    > For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:
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    Beneficiary/original Identity card (Issued by the board).
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    Photocopy of bank passbook (Beneficiary or Nominee's in case of beneficiary’s death).
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    Death Certificate attested by gazetted officer.
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    Ration Card.
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    Aadhaar Card.
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    Employer Certificate.
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    Any Photo ID proof of Nominee.
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    Employment Certificate/90 Days Work Certificate ([Form V(A)](https://karbwwb.karnataka.gov.in/uploads/media_to_upload1689755002.pdf)/[V(B)](https://karbwwb.karnataka.gov.in/uploads/media_to_upload1689755115.pdf)/[V(C)](https://karbwwb.karnataka.gov.in/uploads/media_to_upload1689755179.pdf)/V(D)).
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    > For the Renewal Process:
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    Employment Certificate/90 Days Work Certificate ([Form V(A)](https://karbwwb.karnataka.gov.in/uploads/media_to_upload1689755002.pdf)/[V(B)](https://karbwwb.karnataka.gov.in/uploads/media_to_upload1689755115.pdf)/[V(C)](https://karbwwb.karnataka.gov.in/uploads/media_to_upload1689755179.pdf)/[V(D)](https://karbwwb.karnataka.gov.in/uploads/media_to_upload1689755232.pdf)).

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

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Registration Process as a Building/ Construction Worker:

Step 1: Visit the official Website of Karnataka Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (KBOCWWB) and click on “Register”.

Step 2: Select “Register as New Construction Worker” then enter your mobile number as per the Aadhaar Registered and verify with the received OTP.

Step 3: From the dashboard, click on “Registration”.

Step 4: Fill in all the mandatory details and upload the required documents. Click on “Final Submit” to complete the registration process.

Application Process of the Welfare Scheme:

Step 1: Visit the official Website of Karnataka Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (KBOCWWB) and click on “Login”.

Step 2: Enter your registered mobile number and the received OTP.

Step 3: From the dashboard, click on “Schemes” (After the user Registration is approved, the user can access the schemes page).

Step 4: Select the concerned scheme. Fill in all the mandatory details and upload the required documents.

Step 5: Review the details and check the declaration box. Now click on “Submit” to complete the application process.

Renewal Process:

Step 1: Visit the official Website of Karnataka Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (KBOCWWB) and click on “Login”.

Step 2: Enter your registered mobile number and the received OTP.

Step 3: From the dashboard, click on “Renewal”. Fill in mandatory details and upload the required documents.

Step 4: Review the details and click on “Submit” to complete the renewal process.

Note:
  • Renewal: Every construction worker must renew their registration with the Karnataka Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board every 3 years. If not renewed within this period, a 1-year grace period is granted. After that, the registration becomes invalid.
  • Timeline: Application for this benefit should be submitted within one (1) year of death.
Helpdesk:

Karnataka Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board,

Address: Karmika Bhavan, Dairy Circle, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore-29.

Office No: 080-29753078

E-mail: labour.commissioner42@gmail.com

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Quick Info

Level
Central Government
Max benefit
₹4.0K

Available In

Karnataka

Categories

Social welfare & Empowerment

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