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Social welfare & Empowerment; Women and Child

Maternity Benefit (ANBOCWWB)

The scheme offers maternity benefits to female employees registered as beneficiaries for one year during their maternity period. Additionally, male employees, registered for a year, with wives aged 19 or older and not beneficiaries, are also eligible for maternity benefits.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- The women employees, who are registered beneficiaries for a period of one year, shall be given a sum of ₹20,000/- as maternity benefit during the period of maternity. | - Male employees, who are registered beneficiaries for a period of one year, and whose wives are 19 years or older and not registered beneficiaries, shall also receive a sum of ₹10,000/- as maternity benefit.

Who can apply

The beneficiary should be a resident of the Union territory of Andaman & Nicobar Islands.; The beneficiary should be engaged in any building & other construction work.; The beneficiary should be registered under the A&N Islands Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.; The beneficiary should have an active membership of the Board.; The women employees, who are registered beneficiaries for a period of one year, shall be eligible for maternity benefits during the period of maternity.; The male employees, who are registered beneficiaries for a period of one year, and whose wives are 19 years or older and not registered beneficiaries, shall be eligible for maternity benefits.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Can a beneficiary avail maternity benefits without being registered under ANBOCWWB?

No.

Who is eligible for maternity benefits under this scheme?

Women employees who are registered beneficiaries for a year and engaged in building & construction work, as well as male employees meeting specific criteria outlined by the scheme, are eligible.

What are the benefits provided under the Scheme?

Women employees receive [?]20,000/- as maternity benefit, while eligible male employees receive [?]10,000/-.

What are the eligibility criteria for female beneficiaries?

Female beneficiaries should be residents of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, engaged in building & construction work, registered under ANBOCWWB, and have an active membership for at least one year.

What are the eligibility criteria for male beneficiaries?

Male beneficiaries should fulfill the same criteria as female beneficiaries and additionally have wives who are 19 years or older and not registered beneficiaries.

How long should a beneficiary be registered to avail of maternity benefits?

Beneficiaries must be registered with ANBOCWWB for at least one year.

How to apply under the scheme?

The eligible worker may apply online through the Portal: https://serviceonline.gov.in/