What you get
Relief for Total Permanent Disability: | - A relief amount of ₹5,00,000/-. | Relief for Partial Permanent Disability: | - A relief amount of up to ₹4,00,000/-.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
Who is eligible for the Disability Relief Scheme?
Registered building and construction workers who suffer from total or partial permanent disability due to an accident.
What is the relief amount for total permanent disability?
[?]5,00,000 is provided as relief for total permanent disability.
What is the relief amount for partial permanent disability?
Up to [?]4,00,000 is provided as relief for partial permanent disability.
What types of accidents are covered under this scheme?
The scheme covers accidents occurring both at the workplace and elsewhere.
Is the relief amount in addition to other compensations?
Yes, the relief is in addition to any other compensations the worker may be entitled to.
Can a worker apply for the relief if the accident occurred before May 1, 2016?
No, the enhanced relief amount is applicable only for accidents occurring on or after May 1, 2016.
Where should the application be submitted?
Submit the application to the concerned Assistant Labour Officer.
What happens after the application is submitted?
The Deputy Commissioner of Labour will obtain an enquiry report, and the application will be scrutinized by the District Scrutiny Committee.
How is the scheme amount disbursed?
After approval, the amount is transferred to the worker's bank account.
Is there any additional relief for workers who have multiple disabilities?
The relief amount is determined based on the extent of disability as per the Employees' Compensation Act, 1923.