About this social welfare scheme
In the event of the death of a pensioner who was receiving a pension from the Board, a family pension shall be given to the surviving spouse by the Meghalaya Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWWB).
The scheme “Family Pension” is a social security scheme, implemented by the Meghalaya Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWWB), Labour Department, Government of Meghalaya. Under the scheme, in the event of the death of a pensioner who was receiving a pension from the Board, a family pension shall be given to the surviving spouse by the Board.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Family Pension (MBOCWWB) (FP(MBOCWWB)) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Labour and Employment Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Meghalaya |
| Official portal | megbocwwb.gov.in (see References at the end) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Family |
| Application mode | Online / Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female / Male
- 🎂Age 45 to 80 years
- 💼Construction Worker, Unorganized Worker
- 💍Married / Widowed
- 📝Online / Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- In the event of the death of the pensioner, a family pension shall be given to the surviving spouse.
- The amount of pension will be 50% of the pension received by the pensioner or Rs. 100/- whichever is higher.
Who qualifies
- The beneficiary should be a resident of Meghalaya.
- The deceased individual/worker should have been receiving a pension from the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- In the event of the death of the pensioner, the surviving spouse shall be eligible for the family pension.
- The spouse of the pensioner should not be receiving any pension from the Government/Semi-Government/Private Organization.
- The spouse of the pensioner should not be receiving any salary from the Government/Semi-Government/Private Organization.
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Registration walkthrough
Online
Online Registration Process (Portal):
Step 01: The applicants may visit the online Portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm
Step 02: The applicant can register by creating a new account, on the home page click on the ‘Worker’ button and enter all the mandatory information.
Step 03: After filling in all the details, click on ‘Register’.
Step 04: After successful registration, the applicant will see the message “Registered Successfully”.
Application Process for Family Pension:
Step 01: Visit the online Portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm
Step 02: Enter your User ID (Registered Mobile Number), Password, and Enter Security Code. Click on Login.
Step 03: After successful login, click on the “Family Pension” scheme from the Dashboard.
Step 04: Fill in all the required information and necessary enclosures.
Step 05: Click ‘Submit’ to apply for benefits.
Application Process to Track/Update:
Step 01: Visit the online Portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm
Step 02: Enter your User ID (Registered Mobile Number), Password, and Enter Security Code. Click on Login.
Step 03: From the menu, click on ‘Track Application Status’.
Step 04: Click on ‘View Details’ to view your application.
Step 05: Click on ‘Application History’ to view the application history.
Step 06: Click on ‘Update’ to update your application.
Note: Once your application is under process or processed, you cannot update it.
(Worker’s User Manual)
Offline
An application in Form No. XLV shall be submitted along with all the relevant documents as may be specified by the BOARD to the concerned office.
Frequently asked questions
Who administers the Scheme?
The Scheme is administered by the Labour Department of the Government of Meghalaya through the Meghalaya Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
Who is eligible to receive benefits under the Scheme?
Residents of Meghalaya who are surviving spouses of pensioners receiving benefits from the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board are eligible for the scheme.
How is the amount of family pension determined?
The family pension is calculated as 50% of the pension received by the deceased pensioner or Rs. 100, whichever is higher.
Are there any specific eligibility criteria for the surviving spouse?
Yes, the surviving spouse should not be receiving any pension or salary from government, semi-government, or private organizations to qualify for the family pension.
How does one apply for the Family Pension Scheme?
Applications can be made online at http://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services
Can the application be tracked?
Yes, applications can be tracked from the Dashboard after logging into http://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services
References and official sources
Apply only on the official portal. Nothing is applied for on this site, and applying is free.
- Official Website megbocwwb.gov.in
- Scheme Details megbocwwb.gov.in
- Application Form For Family Pension (PDF) megbocwwb.gov.in
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