Disablement Benefit Scheme (PBAOCWWB)

Disablement Benefit Scheme (PBAOCWWB) gives a one-time financial support of ₹75,000 to registered construction workers in Puducherry who face permanent or partial disability. Puducherry Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board pays this amount directly into the bank account of the worker through DBT.

Workers can apply if they hold a valid Disablement Certificate issued by a Competent Authority. Application is done offline at the Board office, and the payment is normally completed within one month of submitting the file.

Disablement Benefit Scheme (PBAOCWWB) - Introduction

Disablement Benefit Scheme (PBAOCWWB) is run by Puducherry Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board under the Labour Department of the Union Territory of Puducherry. It gives a safety net to construction workers when an accident or health problem leads to disablement, whether the cause is work-related or not.

The Board runs the scheme under the Building and Other Construction Workers (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 1996. Money reaches the worker through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), so no middleman is involved and the full ₹75,000 reaches the bank account of the eligible person.

Benefits

Eligible workers get a one-time financial support of ₹75,000. The Board normally processes the payment within one month of receiving a complete application. The amount goes through DBT into the registered bank account of the worker, which helps with treatment costs and daily needs after disablement.

Eligibility

A construction worker can apply when the following points match:

• Indian citizen and resident of Puducherry.
• Valid registration as a construction worker with Puducherry Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
• Recognised as a Person with Disability (PwD) with a Disablement Certificate issued by a Government Hospital or Competent Authority.
• Between 18 and 60 years of age at the time of claim.
• Regular contribution to the Board's Fund, with no default of more than one continuous year.

Application Process

Application for this benefit is done offline at the Board office. Follow these steps:

STEP 1 - Visit the Office of Puducherry Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board at Industrial Estate, Thattanchavady, Puducherry - 605 009.

STEP 2 - Get the official application form free of cost from the concerned authority.

STEP 3 - Fill all mandatory fields carefully and attach a recent passport-sized photograph. Sign across the photo if asked.

STEP 4 - Attach self-attested photocopies of the required documents.

STEP 5 - Submit the completed file to the authorised official and collect the acknowledgement receipt. Keep this receipt safe because it shows the date and the application reference number.

Documents

Keep these documents ready before visiting the office:

• Last Subscription Bill (proof of payment).
• Valid Board ID Card.
• Aadhaar Card.
• Bank Passbook.
• Copy of FIR, if applicable.
• Medical Report.
• Disability Certificate issued by a Government Hospital or Competent Authority.

References

Puducherry Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board | Labour Department, Puducherry

FAQ's

How long does the payment take?

Once the application is complete, the Board processes the ₹75,000 support within one month.

How will I receive the money?

The amount is credited directly to the linked bank account through DBT.

Are there specific age limits for this benefit?

Yes, the worker should be at least 18 years old and not older than 60 years at the time of claim.

What if I have missed some contribution payments?

Eligibility stays as long as the worker has not defaulted on contributions for more than one continuous year.

Does the nature of my disability matter?

Yes, the Disablement Certificate from the Competent Authority decides the severity and verification of the disability.

Can I continue working after receiving this benefit?

Receiving this benefit does not end the job. A worker can continue construction work if able.

Can I claim other benefits too?

Yes. The Board also runs schemes like Accident Medical Assistance Scheme (PBAOCWWB) and Cash Benefit Scheme (PBAOCWWB), and this scheme does not stop a worker from using them.