Funeral Assistance (A.B.O.C.W.W.B)

Funeral Assistance (A.B.O.C.W.W.B) is a state welfare scheme run by the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (ABOCWWB) under the Labour Welfare Department, Government of Assam. It gives a one-time cash grant of ₹5,000 to the nominee or legal dependent of a deceased registered construction worker to meet funeral and last-rite costs.

Registration for this benefit stays open through the official ABOCWWB portal, and families of registered workers can apply online or through a nearby Common Service Center (CSC). The approved amount is sent directly to the bank account of the nominee through DBT.

Funeral Assistance (A.B.O.C.W.W.B) - Introduction

Funeral Assistance (A.B.O.C.W.W.B) provides essential money support to the nominees or legal dependents of deceased registered workers to cover their funeral expenses. The scheme, started by the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board under the Labour Welfare Department of the Government of Assam, aims to ease the money burden on families during a time of grief.

The Board has more than 7 lakh building and construction workers registered as beneficiaries and runs around 13 different welfare schemes, of which 12 are ongoing and 1 is a one-time scheme. Funeral Assistance is one of the ongoing welfare benefits available to registered workers and their families.

Key Information

Benefits

This scheme offers a helping hand to bereaved families by providing a direct cash grant. The specific benefit amount is given below:

Eligibility

To receive this support, you should meet the following eligibility criteria:

1. You should be a permanent resident of Assam.
2. You should be the official nominee or a legal dependent of the deceased worker.
3. The deceased person must have been actively engaged in building and other construction work.
4. The worker must have held a valid registration with the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board at the time of their passing.
5. The deceased worker should have maintained an active membership with the Board.

Application Process

You can submit your application through the official portal. Follow these steps to apply online:

STEP 1 - Visit the official website at abocwwb.assam.gov.in and click on the login option.

STEP 2 - Log in using your registered mobile number or User ID and complete the process by entering the OTP sent to your registered phone number.

STEP 3 - Once logged in, go to your dashboard and click on the 'Benefit' section.

STEP 4 - Select the 'Death Benefit' option to open the specific application form.

STEP 5 - Fill in all required fields accurately and upload the required documents.

STEP 6 - Submit your form and save the generated application reference number for tracking your status.

Application Help via CSC

If you need extra guidance, you may visit your nearest Common Service Center (CSC). The Village Level Entrepreneur (VLE) will help you with the online submission. Make sure you collect your tracking number from the VLE to check your application status later.

After you submit your application, it goes through several stages of checking by the concerned officers and the Scrutiny Committee before the final approval and payment of funds through the PFMS system.

Documents

Keep the following documents ready for your application process:

• ABOCWWB ID card of the deceased worker, along with an attested copy of the same.
• Your recent photograph and signature.
• Death certificate issued by a government doctor or the appropriate authority.
• Succession certificate, or a certificate of guardianship with consent from other family members if the nominee is a minor.
• Copy of bank passbook or account statement for the DBT payment.
• Caste certificate (if applicable), an identification certificate from a Government Gaonburah or Village Panchayat Officer, and age proof for any minor nominees.

References

For more information, you may visit these official links:

• Official Building and Other Construction Workers Scheme Page
• ABOCWWB Official Portal for Apply Online
• Download Application Form for Death Benefit and Funeral Assistance

FAQ's

What is the Funeral Assistance Scheme?

Funeral Assistance (A.B.O.C.W.W.B) under the Labour Welfare Department, Government of Assam, provides financial support to the nominees of a deceased registered worker to help cover funeral costs.

What are the benefits provided under the scheme?

The scheme provides a one-time funeral support amount of ₹5,000 to the eligible nominee or dependent.

Who is eligible to apply?

You are eligible if you are a permanent resident of Assam and the official nominee or legal dependent of a deceased worker who was registered and active with the Board.

Can I apply if I am not from Assam?

No, you must be a permanent resident of Assam to qualify for this benefit.

How can I apply for this support?

You can apply online by visiting the official portal or by visiting a nearby Common Service Center (CSC) for in-person help.