Telangana government has launched the Maternity Benefit Scheme for registered construction workers, providing financial assistance of ₹30,000 per delivery for up to two deliveries. This support comes from the Telangana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board under the Labour Department.
The scheme helps women construction workers, wives of male workers, and up to two daughters of registered workers manage pregnancy-related expenses and wage loss. The benefit is paid in two instalments — ₹10,000 during the 7th month of pregnancy and ₹20,000 after delivery.
Telangana Maternity Benefit Scheme
Maternity Benefit Scheme is a welfare initiative by the Telangana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (TBOCWWB), Labour Employment Training & Factories Department. It targets registered construction workers and their families to ease financial pressure during pregnancy and after childbirth.
The board runs multiple welfare schemes including marriage gift, accident relief, disability support, and pension. Maternity benefit remains one of the most accessed schemes for women workers in the state.
Quick Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Telangana Maternity Benefit Scheme |
| Launched By | Telangana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board |
| Department | Labour Employment Training & Factories Department, Telangana |
| Beneficiaries | Registered women workers, wives of male workers, up to two daughters |
| Benefit Amount | ₹30,000 per delivery (maximum two deliveries) |
| Payment Schedule | ₹10,000 at 7th month pregnancy, ₹20,000 after delivery |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Official Website | tbocwwb.telangana.gov.in |
Benefits
The scheme provides a total assistance of ₹30,000 per delivery, limited to two deliveries per eligible woman. The payment is split into two stages:
| Milestone | Amount |
|---|---|
| During 7th month of pregnancy | ₹10,000 |
| After delivery | ₹20,000 |
The first instalment helps cover wage loss during late pregnancy. The second instalment supports post-delivery care and expenses.
Eligibility
To qualify, you must meet the following conditions:
For Women Construction Workers:
- Must be registered with the Telangana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- Registration must be active for at least 12 months before the delivery date.
- Benefit is available for a maximum of two deliveries.
For Wives and Daughters of Registered Male Workers:
- The primary worker must be registered with the Board.
- Registration must be active for at least 12 months before delivery.
- If both parents are registered, only one can claim for the same delivery.
- Benefit covers up to two deliveries or up to two daughters.
Application Process
The application is fully offline. Follow these steps:
STEP 1 – Download the application form from the official website at tbocwwb.telangana.gov.in/newsite/forms/MaternityBenefit.pdf or collect it from the nearest Assistant Labour Officer.
STEP 2 – Fill in the form with your personal details, registration number, and delivery information.
STEP 3 – Attach all required self-attested documents listed below.
STEP 4 – Submit the completed form to the Assistant Labour Officer at your local labour department office.
STEP 5 – Collect an acknowledgment receipt with submission date and reference number for future tracking.
Important: Applications must be submitted within one year from the date of delivery.
Documents Required
Keep these documents ready before applying:
- Passport-size photograph
- Attested copy of BOCW Act registration card
- Copy of renewal challan or receipt
- Attested delivery certificate from PHC, government hospital, or registered medical practitioner
- Pre-home delivery certificate from Panchayat Secretary (if delivery occurred in a village)
- Child’s birth certificate
- Advance stamped receipt
- Attested copy of first page of bank passbook (showing name, account number, IFSC)
How Applications Are Processed
After submission, the Assistant Labour Officer prepares a report and presents it to the District Screening Committee. The Deputy Commissioner of Labour chairs this committee, which includes labour department officers and representatives of workers and employers. Once approved, the benefit amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary’s savings bank account via DBT.
References
Download Forms and Scheme Details
Maternity Benefit Application Form (PDF)
FAQ’s
Who is eligible for the Maternity Benefit Scheme?
Registered women construction workers, wives of registered male workers, and up to two daughters of registered workers (male or female) are eligible, provided registration is at least 12 months old before delivery.
How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
Eligible women receive ₹30,000 per delivery, limited to two deliveries. The amount is paid as ₹10,000 during the 7th month of pregnancy and ₹20,000 after delivery.
Can a male construction worker’s wife claim this benefit?
Yes, the wife of a registered male construction worker is eligible. If both husband and wife are registered, only one can claim for the same delivery.
Is there a minimum registration period required?
Yes, the worker must be registered with the Board for at least 12 months before the delivery date.
What is the last date to apply after delivery?
You must submit the application within one year from the date of delivery.
Where should I submit the application?
Submit the filled form with documents to the Assistant Labour Officer at your district labour office.
How is the benefit amount paid?
After approval by the District Screening Committee, the amount is credited directly to your savings bank account through DBT.
What are the contact details for the Board?
Phone: 040-23447738 / 23447739, Customer Care: 08069434343, Toll-free: 180030708787. Email: tbocww-board[at]telangana[dot]gov[dot]in. Office: 1-1-18/73, Tanguturi Anjaiah Karmika Samkshema Bhavan, RTC X Roads, Chikkadpally, Hyderabad – 500020.
Can I apply online?
No, the application process is currently offline only. You can download the form from the official website but must submit it physically at the labour office.
What if my delivery happened at home in a village?
You need a pre-home delivery certificate from the Panchayat Secretary along with the other documents.