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Financial Assistance for Cremation (BBOCWWB)

The scheme "Financial Assistance for Cremation" by the Bihar Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Resources Department, Government of Bihar, provides financial assistance of ₹5,000/-to the dependents of the deceased worker for performing cremation.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Bihar

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Financial Assistance of ₹5,000/- is provided for the cremation of the deceased construction worker.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a dependent of the deceased construction worker.; The deceased, in his/her lifetime, should have been registered with the Bihar Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.; The deceased, in his/her lifetime, should have maintained regular membership with the Board.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

As a dependent of a deceased construction worker, how can I determine if I'm eligible to receive financial assistance for performing the final rites of my family member?

Your deceased family member must have been registered with the Bihar Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board and maintained regular membership with them during their lifetime.

What amount of financial support can I expect to receive as a dependent for conducting the cremation ceremony of my deceased family member?

The welfare board provides financial assistance of [?]5,000/- to help cover the costs of performing the cremation of the deceased construction worker.

When applying for cremation assistance, what official identity documents do I need to submit along with my application to establish my relationship with the deceased?

You'll need to provide the identity card of the registered worker, Aadhaar Card, death certificate, and documentation that proves your relationship with the deceased worker.

Could you explain the step-by-step process of submitting an application through the official website to receive financial assistance for cremation?

Visit the official website, click "Scheme Application" followed by "Apply for Scheme." Enter the registration number, fill in mandatory information, upload required documents, and submit the application.

Does the welfare board provide any additional financial support beyond the ₹5,000/- to help with other funeral-related expenses?

Based on the provided information, only [?]5,000/- is mentioned specifically for cremation assistance, with no mention of additional benefits for other funeral expenses.

Can the dependents use the ₹5,000/- financial assistance for any other immediate needs besides cremation of the deceased worker?

The assistance is specifically mentioned for cremation purposes, with no indication that it can be used for other needs of the dependent family.

Is there an application deadline for this scheme?

The scheme guidelines do not mention any opening date or closing date for applications.

Is It Mandatory to Have a Bank Account for This Scheme?

Yes, possession of a valid bank account is a mandatory requirement for participation in this scheme. All scheme benefits are disbursed directly to the beneficiary's registered bank account.

Is There Any Compensation For The Delay In The Disbursal Of The Scheme Benefits?

The guidelines do not mention any provision for compensation in the event of delayed disbursement of scheme benefits..