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Scheme for Relief to the Un-registered Workers

The Andhra Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board launched a welfare scheme "Scheme for Relief for the Un-registered Workers" to provide the financial assistance to the dependents of unregistered workers who die in accidents at construction sites.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Andhra Pradesh

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Compensation for Deceased Workers: | - Financial Assistance of ₹50,000/- to the dependents of unregistered workers who die in accidents at construction sites or related projects. | Relief for Permanent Disabilities: | - ₹20,000/- is provided for cases of permanent disability where the disability is 50% or above. | - ₹10,000/- is provided for cases of permanent partial disability where the disability is below 50%.

Who can apply

The applicant should be dependent on the deceased unregistered worker.; The worker must be unregistered with the Andhra Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.; The worker must have died in an accident at a construction site or related project during the course of employment.; The worker should have a permanent disability due to accidents at construction sites.; The worker should have a disability of 50% or above.; The worker should have a permanent partial**** disability due to accidents at construction sites.1. The worker should have a disability of 50% or below.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is the financial assistance provided under this scheme?

The scheme offers [?]50,000 to the dependents of workers who die in accidents and [?]20,000 or [?]10,000 for permanent disability cases.

Who is eligible for the ₹50,000 death benefit?

Dependents of unregistered workers who die in accidents at construction sites or related employment fields are eligible.

Is this scheme available for registered workers?

Yes, the scheme can also be extended to registered workers if their registration lapsed due to valid reasons like migration or illness.

What documents are needed to claim the death benefit?

The claim requires an FIR, Panchanama, and Postmortem report.

Does the scheme cover workers in all construction fields?

Yes, it also covers workers in brick kilns, stone breaking, cement work, and related fields.

How is the claim processed?

The Deputy Commissioner of Labour conducts an inquiry to verify the claim before the amount is disbursed.

What is the process for disability claims?

The applicant needs to submit a disability certificate issued by a medical officer from a General or Area Hospital.

What happens if the worker was not registered at the time of the accident?

Unregistered workers who died in accidents or sustained injuries are covered, and migrated or ill workers can also be considered after proper verification.

Can this scheme be claimed for natural deaths?

No, this scheme is specifically for accidental deaths at construction sites or related industries.

Who approves the claims under this scheme?

The Commissioner of Labour in conjunction with the Andhra Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board processes and approves the claims.

Where can I apply for the scheme?

Applications can be submitted to the Labour Department or Welfare Board offices, along with the necessary documents.