What you get
Financial Coverage: ₹300/- per day to the maximum of ₹20,000/- for a continuous period of Hospitalization subject to actuals. | Note:*** The assistance shall be towards hospitalisation for a minimum of 48 hours continuously.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
Who can register as a beneficiary under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Karnataka?
Any construction worker whose age is minimum 18 years of age and has worked in any construction work for a minimum of 90 days in a year, are eligible to register as a beneficiary under the Board.
Is there a minimum service requirement to register as a beneficiary?
Yes, the building worker must have completed 90 days of service as a building worker in the preceding 12 months.
Who can apply for the welfare scheme?
Any registered worker of the Board can apply for the welfare scheme.
What are the mandatory documents for the registration?
The documents required for registration are: Employment Certificate (Form V(A)/V(B)/V(C)/V(D)), Aadhar Card (Self-Attested), Ration Card(non-mandatory), Age Proof (one of them Example: Voter ID Card, Aadhar Card).
How often must a construction worker renew their registration with the Karnataka Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board?
A construction worker must renew their registration every 3 years.
What happens if a worker doesn't renew their registration within the 3-year period?
If a worker doesn't renew their registration within the 3-year period, they are granted a 1-year grace period to complete the renewal.
What happens if a worker doesn't renew their registration during the grace period?
If the worker fails to renew their registration during the 1-year grace period, their registration will become invalid.
Is there any application fee required for the registration under the Karnataka Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board?
No, as per the guidelines, there is no fee required for the registration.
How to enroll as a beneficiary under the Karnataka Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board?
Applicants can visit the official Website of Karnataka Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (KBOCWWB) to enroll themselves as a beneficiary under the board: https://kbocwwb.karnataka.gov.in/login
What are the eligibility criteria for this pension scheme?
To be eligible, a worker must be a registered beneficiary of the BOCW Welfare Board, must have completed 60 years of age, must have been a beneficiary of the Board for at least 3 years prior to reaching 60, and must not be receiving similar benefits from other government schemes.
What is the minimum hospitalisation period required to claim the assistance?
A minimum of 48 continuous hours of hospitalisation is required to be eligible for the assistance.
How much financial assistance is provided per day of hospitalisation?
The scheme provides [?]300/- per day of hospitalisation.
What is the maximum financial assistance one can receive under this scheme?
The maximum assistance provided is [?]20,000/- for a continuous period of hospitalisation, subject to actual expenses.
In which hospitals can the treatment be availed to receive assistance?
The treatment must be in a government hospital, a private hospital, or a hospital recognised under a State Government insurance scheme.
What is the timeframe for submitting the application for this scheme?
Applications can be submitted within 6 months from the commencement date of hospitalization.
How to apply for the assistance under this scheme?
Applicants should visit the official Website of Karnataka Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (JKBOCWWB) to avail the assistance under this scheme: https://kbocwwb.karnataka.gov.in/login