Scheme for Maternity Benefit gives cash support to registered female construction workers and wives of registered male construction workers in Tripura after childbirth or in case of miscarriage. Eligible women receive ₹8,000 for delivery and ₹4,000 for miscarriage support, and the benefit can be claimed up to two times per lifetime.
Labour Department of Tripura administers this scheme through the Tripura Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. A new digital portal and mobile app for construction workers was launched in March 2026 under the Nirman Shramik Kalyan Prakalp, which makes it easier for registered workers to apply for welfare benefits and check their payments quickly.
Scheme for Maternity Benefit - Introduction
This scheme is a helping hand from the Tripura Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board for women connected with construction work in the state. It covers registered female construction workers as well as wives of male registered construction workers. Apart from delivery and miscarriage support, female workers who have been registered for at least one year can get paid maternity leave of up to three months.
The Board has already registered more than 44,000 construction workers in Tripura. In the current financial year it has collected over ₹53 crore as cess for welfare work, and more than ₹23 crore has been paid to about 26,700 people for education support, marriage assistance, maternity benefits, pensions, death compensation, funeral aid and other welfare schemes. The new digital platform supports this payment process and brings board services closer to workers.
Key Information
| Scheme Name | Scheme for Maternity Benefit |
|---|---|
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Beneficiary States | Tripura |
| Category | Social welfare and Empowerment, Women and Child |
| Target Beneficiaries | Registered construction workers and their families |
| Benefit Type | Cash |
| DBT Scheme | No |
| Nodal Department | Labour Department |
| Open Date | 20 October 2022 |
Benefits
This scheme offers the following financial support to eligible women:
| Condition | Benefit Amount |
|---|---|
| Delivery support for female workers or wives of workers | ₹8,000 |
| Miscarriage support for female workers or wives of workers | ₹4,000 |
Maternity Leave with Pay: Female registered construction workers who have worked for at least one year can get paid maternity leave for up to 3 months. All financial benefits can be claimed a maximum of twice in a lifetime. Payments follow the unskilled minimum wage rates for construction workers as notified by the Labour Department, Govt. of Tripura.
Eligibility
Go through these eligibility points before starting the application:
- You should be a registered female construction worker or the wife of a registered male construction worker.
- Your registration status should be continuous for at least one year to qualify for maternity benefits and paid leave.
- This support can be received a maximum of two times in your lifetime.
- You must clear all dues payable to the Board.
- You are not eligible if you already have two living children.
Application Process
Online Application via CSC
Applications for this scheme are accepted through Common Service Centers. The new digital portal also gives registered workers easier access to welfare services, but the CSC process remains the main application route. Follow these steps to apply smoothly:
STEP 1 - Gather copies of all required documents, such as the BOC worker registration card, bank account details, ration card and child birth certificate.
STEP 2 - Visit your nearest Common Service Center (CSC) and complete the biometric verification process.
STEP 3 - Ask the CSC agent to fill all mandatory fields in the application form and upload the documents correctly.
STEP 4 - Collect the acknowledgment receipt from the authority. Make sure the receipt shows the date and time of submission and your unique identification number.
Important Reminders: Submit the application within 6 months of delivery. For a second claim, attach an affidavit confirming that the claim is for a second delivery. The Labour Inspector checks the application and the Labour Officer gives final approval.
Documents
Keep the following documents ready before you apply:
- Bank account details for receiving the payment.
- Copy of BOC Worker Registration Card.
- Child birth certificate issued by a government or private hospital in Tripura and signed by the attending doctor.
- Affidavit for the second child, if this is a second claim.
- Ration card.
- Miscarriage certificate issued by a registered medical practitioner, in case of medical termination.
- Any other supporting documents asked by the department.
References
Directorate of Labour, Government of Tripura
FAQ's
Who is eligible for the financial support?
Female registered construction workers and wives of male registered construction workers who have been registered continuously for at least one year can apply.
How many times can I claim the support?
You can claim the support a maximum of two times in your lifetime.
What is the amount provided for delivery and miscarriage?
₹8,000 for delivery and ₹4,000 for miscarriage support.
What are the requirements for maternity leave with pay?
You must be a female registered construction worker and should have worked for not less than one year.
How do I apply for the scheme?
Apply electronically at your nearest Common Service Center. The application is then checked by the Labour Inspector and approved by the Labour Officer.
What is the deadline for submitting the application?
Submit the application within 6 months of the date of delivery.
Are there conditions related to the number of living children?
Yes, you are not eligible if you already have two living children.
Can I receive benefits from other government schemes at the same time?
Yes, the support from this scheme is in addition to any other benefits you may get from other government schemes.
Can I apply if I have pending dues with the Board?
No, you must have no dues payable to the Board to stay eligible.
Has the application process changed after the new digital portal launch?
In March 2026, the Labour Department launched a digital portal and mobile app for construction workers. The portal makes registration and benefit access faster, but applications for this scheme are still accepted through Common Service Centers.