Pension Plan (MBOCWWB)

Updated: By: Schemes: Social welfare & Empowerment Categories: Meghalaya Tags: Building Worker, Construction Worker, Labour, Pension

Pension Plan (MBOCWWB) helps construction workers in Meghalaya get income support after retirement. Eligible registered workers receive Rs. 150 per month as a pension once they turn 60 years old, with an increase of Rs. 10 for every year of service beyond 5 years.

This scheme is run by the Meghalaya Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board under the state Labour Department. To qualify, a worker needs at least one year of registered work in the building and construction sector before turning 60.

Pension Plan (MBOCWWB) - Introduction

Pension Plan (MBOCWWB) is a social security scheme that helps building and construction workers in Meghalaya who have worked in the sector for at least one year. Once you reach the age of 60, you become eligible to receive a pension each month. Your payments start from the month following the one in which you turn 60 years old. The pension amount increases with your years of service, giving workers a growing income after retirement.

Key Information

Detail Information
Scheme Name Pension Plan (MBOCWWB)
Level State
Scheme For Individual
Beneficiary States Meghalaya
Category Social welfare & Empowerment
Benefit Type Cash
Nodal Department Labour and Employment Department
Implementing Agency Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board

Benefits

When you qualify for this scheme as a registered building worker, you will receive a monthly pension starting at Rs. 150 per mensem. The amount goes up by Rs. 10 for every completed year of service you have given beyond 5 years. This growing pension helps with daily expenses and living costs after your active working years in the construction sector.

Eligibility

To receive these benefits, you should meet the following criteria:

Meghalaya Govt. Schemes List
  1. You should be a resident of Meghalaya.
  2. You should be actively engaged in building or other construction work.
  3. You should be registered with the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
  4. You should have served as a building worker for at least one year.
  5. You qualify for the pension support once you attain the age of 60 years.

For example, Ramesh, a construction worker in Shillong, has finished one year of registered work and turns 60. He satisfies the core requirement to start his application for the pension.

Application Process

STEP 1 - Go to the official portal at megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm and click on the Worker button to create a new account. Enter your personal details and complete the registration. Once registered, log in and select Apply for New Registration to fill out your personal and bank details.

STEP 2 - After submitting your personal details, add your family and nominee information. Upload required documents like bank passbooks and ID proof, then click Complete to submit your application.

STEP 3 - If you are already registered, simply log in to the portal and select Welfare Pension from the dashboard. Fill in the pension application form and submit it. You can monitor your request status through the Track Application Status section on your dashboard.

STEP 4 - If you prefer the offline route, collect the pension application form from the MBOCWWB office or download it from the official website. Fill it out accurately and have your employer countersign it. Submit the signed form along with all required documents to the local Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board office for processing.

Documents Required

You should keep these documents ready for your registration and pension application:

  • Passport-sized photograph of the worker.
  • ID Proof (e.g., Aadhaar card, voter ID, or driving license).
  • Employer certificate or self-certification regarding your work history.
  • Bank passbook reflecting your account details.
  • Age proof (e.g., school certificate or birth certificate).
  • Nomination form.
  • A self-declaration stating you are not enrolled in any other welfare board.
  • Your last monthly subscription receipt (for pension claims).
  • Living certificate (required every 6 months for ongoing pension recipients).

References

For further assistance, you may visit the following official links:

FAQ's

Who administers the Pension Plan scheme?

The Meghalaya Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, under the state Labour Department, oversees this program.

Who is eligible to receive benefits?

Registered workers who have served in the construction sector for at least one year can apply for benefits once they turn 60.

At what age can I start receiving the pension?

You become eligible for pension benefits once you reach the age of 60.

What is the monthly pension amount?

The basic pension is Rs. 150 per mensem, with an increase of Rs. 10 for every completed year of service beyond 5 years.

When do my payments start?

The pension is payable starting from the month following the one in which you turn 60.

How can I track my application?

Simply log in to your dashboard on the official portal and select Track Application Status to view updates.

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