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Death Assistance Scheme (MPBOCWWB)

Launched on 2004, the scheme "Death Assistance Scheme" is a welfare scheme by the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MPBOCWWB), Government of Madhya Pradesh. The scheme provides funeral assistance and ex-gratia payment to the heir of a worker in the event of their death.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Madhya Pradesh

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Funeral Assistance: ₹6,000/- | Ex-gratia Payment: | - In case of normal death: ₹2,00,000/- | - In case of death due to accident: ₹4,00,000/- | - In case of permanent disability due to accident: ₹2,0,000/- | - In case of partial permanent disability due to accident: ₹1,00,000/-

Who can apply

The construction worker must have passed away while he/she was registered with the Madhya Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MPBOCWWB) when he/she died.; The construction worker must have passed away while he/she held an active regular membership with the MPBOCWWB.; Only the legal heir or dependent family member of the deceased registered worker is eligible to apply for benefits under the scheme.; The construction worker must have passed away while he/she had a valid identity card.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is the "Death Assistance Scheme"?

The "Death Assistance Scheme" provides funeral assistance and ex-gratia payments to the heirs of registered construction workers in case of their death or disability.

Who is eligible for the scheme?

The legal heir or dependent family member of a registered worker who holds an active membership with the MPBOCWWB is eligible.

What benefits are provided under the scheme?

Benefits include funeral assistance of [?]6,000 and ex-gratia payments ranging from [?]1 lakh to [?]4 lakh depending on the nature of the death or disability.

How much funeral assistance is provided?

[?]6,000 is provided as funeral assistance.

What is the ex-gratia payment for a normal death?

[?]2 lakh is provided in case of a normal death.

What is the ex-gratia payment for death due to an accident?

[?]4 lakh is provided if the death is due to an accident.

What is the ex-gratia payment for permanent disability due to an accident?

[?]2 lakh is provided for permanent disability due to an accident.

What is the ex-gratia payment for partial permanent disability due to an accident?

[?]1 lakh is provided for partial permanent disability due to an accident.

Who can apply for the scheme?

The legal heir or dependent family member, such as the spouse, children, or parents, can apply.

Can a distant relative apply for the scheme?

No, only the legal heir or dependent family members of the deceased worker are eligible to apply.

Is the worker required to have a valid identity card?

Yes, the deceased worker must have a valid identity card issued by the MPBOCWWB.