What you get
- Medical Assistance: ₹1,000/- per day for the first 5 days hospitalized + ₹200/- each for the remaining days of hospitalized subject to maximum ₹20,000/-. | - Registered beneficiaries also avail of partial disability benefits of ₹25,000/-, ₹50,000/-, ₹75,000/- and ₹1.50 Lakhs on the percentage of disability upto 25%, upto 50%, upto 80% and more than 80% respectively. | - Financial assistance of ₹1.50 Lakh for critical diseases such as Cancer, Heart attack (bypass surgery), Failure of the kidney (kidney transplantation), Liver cirrhosis, etc. shall be given to registered beneficiaries as per the decision of the Board.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
What is the Medical Assistance Scheme offered by the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (A.B.O.C.W.W.B)?
The Medical Assistance Scheme is an initiative launched by A.B.O.C.W.W.B, Labour Welfare Department, Government of Assam. It aims to provide medical assistance to registered Building & Other Construction Workers during hospitalization, partial disability, and for critical diseases such as Cancer, Heart attack (bypass surgery), Failure of kidney (kidney transplantation), Liver cirrhosis, etc.
Who is eligible for medical assistance under this scheme?
Building & Other Construction Workers who are registered under A.B.O.C.W.W.B are eligible for medical assistance under this scheme.
When will the medical assistance be provided to the beneficiaries?
Medical assistance shall be provided to the beneficiaries immediately after registration with the Board.
What are the benefits offered under the Medical Assistance Scheme?
A. Medical Assistance: [?]1,000/- per day for the first 5 days hospitalized + [?]200/- each for the remaining days of hospitalized subject to a maximum of [?]20,000/-. | b. Partial Disability Benefit: Registered beneficiaries can avail benefits of [?]25,000/-, [?]50,000/-, [?]75,000/-, and [?]1.50 Lakhs based on the percentage of disability - up to 25%, up to 50%, up to 80%, and more than 80% respectively. | c. Critical Diseases Coverage: [?]1.50 Lakhs for critical diseases such as Cancer, Heart attack (bypass surgery), Failure of kidney (kidney transplantation), Liver cirrhosis, etc., as per the decision of the Board.
What is the maximum limit for hospitalization benefits under the scheme?
The maximum limit for hospitalization benefits is [?]20,000/-, including [?]1,000/- per day for the first 5 days hospitalized and [?]200/- each for the remaining days.
How are critical diseases determined for coverage under the scheme?
Critical diseases such as Cancer, Heart attack (bypass surgery), Failure of kidney (kidney transplantation), Liver cirrhosis, etc., are covered based on the decision of the Board.
What are the residency requirements for workers?
Workers must be permanent residents of Assam to be eligible for the Medical Assistance Scheme.
Is there an age limit for applicants?
Yes, the age of the worker applying for the scheme should be between 18 to 55 years.
Can a worker apply for the scheme if they are registered with another welfare board in a different state?
No, applicants must be registered specifically with the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board to be eligible for the scheme.
How to apply under the scheme?
The eligible beneficiaries may apply through the portal. https://abocwwb.assam.gov.in/