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Medical Assistance (MBOCWWB)

The scheme provides financial assistance to registered construction workers who are hospitalized for five or more days due to an accident or any disease.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Meghalaya

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- The financial assistance shall be ₹200/- for first 5 days and ₹20/- each for the remaining days subject to a minimum ₹1,000/-. | - This assistance shall also be given to the beneficiary who meets with an accident and is put in plaster at the residence. | - If disability resulted due to an accident, the worker shall be eligible for financial assistance upto a maximum ₹5,000/- depending upon the percentage of disability.

Who can apply

The beneficiary should be a resident of Meghalaya.; The beneficiary should be engaged in a building or other construction work.; The beneficiary should be registered under the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.; The beneficiary should have an active membership of the Board.; The registered construction workers who are hospitalized for five or more days due to an accident or any disease are eligible to apply under the scheme.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Who administers the Medical Assistance Scheme?

The scheme is administered by the Labour Department, Government of Meghalaya, through the MBOCWWB.

What are the benefits of the scheme?

The scheme offers financial assistance of [?]200 for the first 5 days and [?]20 for each subsequent day, ensuring a minimum payout of [?]1,000. Additional assistance is provided for disabilities resulting from accidents, up to a maximum of [?]5,000, based on the severity of disability.

Who is eligible for the Medical Assistance Scheme?

To be eligible, beneficiaries must be residents of Meghalaya, engaged in building or other construction works, registered under MBOCWWB, and have active membership with the Board.

How does one qualify for assistance under the scheme?

Registered construction workers who are hospitalized for five or more days due to accidents or diseases are eligible to apply for assistance under the scheme.

Can assistance be claimed for accidents resulting in plastering at home?

Yes, beneficiaries who meet with accidents and are put in plaster at home are also eligible for financial assistance under the scheme.

What types of diseases are covered under the scheme?

The scheme covers hospitalization due to accidents or any disease, subject to the specified duration and eligibility criteria.

How can the application be submitted?

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