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Maternity Benefit (MBOCWWB)

Under the scheme, financial assistance in the form of maternity benefits shall be provided to women construction workers registered under the Board during their maternity period.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Meghalaya

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- The registered women construction workers shall receive financial assistance of ₹1,000/- as maternity benefits during their maternity period.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a resident of Meghalaya.; The applicant should be a woman engaged in building or other construction works.; The applicant should be registered under the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.; The applicant should have an active membership of the Board.; Women workers are eligible to avail of maternity benefits during their maternity period.; This benefit shall not be allowed for more than twice.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What are the benefits provided under this scheme?

Registered women construction workers are entitled to receive [?]1,000/- as maternity benefits during their maternity period.

Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?

Registered women construction workers are eligible to apply during their maternity period.

Is there a limit to how many times a woman can receive maternity benefits?

Yes, each eligible woman can avail of the maternity benefit scheme not more than twice.

Is there any documentation required for availing maternity benefits?

Documentation requirements may include proof of residency, engagement in construction works, registration with the Board, and active membership details.

Can women workers receive maternity benefits if they are not registered with the Board?

No, only women workers registered under the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board are eligible for maternity benefits.

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