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Payment of Death Benefit ( HPBOCWWB)

The scheme "Payment of Death Benefit" under the Labour and Employment Department, Himachal Pradesh, provides financial assistance to the nominees or dependents of registered members. In case of accidental death, ₹4,00,000 is given, while ₹2,00,000 is payable in case of natural death.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Himachal Pradesh

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- ₹4,00,000 in the event of accidental death. | - ₹2,00,000 in the event of natural death.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a nominee/legal heir of the deceased worker.; The deceased worker should have been registered with the "Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board".; The membership of the deceased worker with the Welfare Board must be active.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What documents are required to claim the benefit?

ID proof, death certificate, and nominee verification documents.

How can nominees apply for the benefit?

By submitting the required documents to the Labour and Employment Department.

What is the purpose of the scheme?

To provide financial assistance to nominees or dependents of registered members in case of death.

How much is given for accidental death?

[?]4,00,000 is provided for accidental death.

How much is given for natural death?

[?]2,00,000 is provided for natural death.

Who is eligible for the benefit?

Nominees or dependents of registered members.

Is the benefit limited to accidental deaths?

No, it also covers natural deaths.

What is the registration requirement?

The deceased must be a registered member of the scheme.

Who can be nominees or dependents?

Family members designated as nominees or legal dependents.

Is there an age limit for members?

Age criteria may apply as per scheme rules.