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Assistance for Funeral Expenses (O.B.O.C.W.W.B)

The “Assistance for Funeral Expenses” scheme by the BOCW Welfare Board, Labour Department, Odisha, is a welfare scheme that provides financial assistance for funeral expenses to the nominees of a deceased registered member.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Odisha

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Quantum of Assistance: ₹5,000/-.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a resident of Odisha.; The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker.; The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years.; The applicant should have engaged in building and construction work for at least 90 days in a given year.; The applicant should not be a member of any other Welfare Fund established under any law.; The applicant should be a nominee of a deceased registered member Under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Odisha.; The member should have lost his/her life due to death.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is the age requirement for registration as a beneficiary under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Odisha?

The building worker must be at least 18 years old and not older than 60 years old.

Is there a minimum service requirement to register as a beneficiary?

Yes, the building worker must have completed 90 days of service as a building worker in the preceding 12 months.

Who can apply for the welfare scheme?

Any registered worker of the Board can apply for the welfare scheme.

Who is responsible for registering a worker as a beneficiary?

The District Labour Officers (D.L.O)/ Asst. Labour Officers/ Rural Labour Inspectors are acting as Registering Officers for the registration of beneficiaries under the Board.

Who is eligible for registration as a beneficiary of the BOCW Welfare Board?

Every building worker who is between the age of 18-60 years and who has been engaged in any building or other construction work for not less than 90 days during the preceding one year is eligible for registration as a beneficiary of the BOCW Welfare Board of Odisha.

Can Odia migrant workmen be registered as beneficiaries under the Odisha Building & Other Construction Workers’ Welfare Board?

Yes, Odia migrant workmen engaged in building and other construction works in other states can be registered as beneficiaries under the Odisha Building & Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board.

What is the procedure for applying for the registration?

To register as a beneficiary under the BOCW Welfare Board, an applicant worker should download Form-XXVII and attach all the mandatory documents (self attested, if required) and a fee of [?]20/- to the District Labour Officers (D.L.O)/ Asst. Labour Officers/ Rural Labour Inspectors of your area. | Alternatively, registration can also be done through the official website of the Odisha BOCWW Board: https://nirmanshramik.odisha.gov.in/obocwwb/public/cwLogin .

How much is the fee associated with the registration process?

The registration fee is [?]20/- which is payable during the registration.

What happens after I pay the application fee?

After you pay the application fee of [?]20/-, your application will be reviewed by the registering officer. The decision to approve or reject your application will be based on the merits of your application.

Who decides whether my application will be approved or rejected?

The registering officer is responsible for deciding whether your application will be approved or rejected based on its merits.

Can my application be rejected even if I have paid the application fee?

Yes, your application can be rejected even if you have paid the application fee. The final decision is made by the registering officer based on the merits of your application.

How much is the fee associated with the renewal of the registration?

The renewal fee is [?]50/- which is payable during the renewal process of the registration.

What criteria must an applicant meet to be considered for this benefit?

A nominee of a deceased registered member of the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Odisha, shall be eligible for this benefit.

What kind of assistance is provided under this scheme?

Under this scheme, the Board shall provide [?]5,000/- for funeral assistance.

What form needs to be used to apply for this welfare scheme?

The application must be made in the prescribed Form-XLIII. The form can be downloaded from https://bocboard.labdirodisha.gov.in/Building/homecontent/BeneficiaryForms/FUNERAL%20EXPENSES.pdf or can be collected from the District Labour Officers (D.L.O)/ Asst. Labour Officers/ Rural Labour Inspectors of your area.

Where do I submit the application for this welfare scheme?

Application can be made online on: https://nirmanshramik.odisha.gov.in/obocwwb/public/cwLogin . Alternatively , the offline application for this welfare scheme should be submitted to the District Labour Officers (D.L.O)/ Asst. Labour Officers/ Rural Labour Inspectors in your area.