Thayi Magu Sahaya Hastha

Thayi Magu Sahaya Hastha is a welfare scheme for registered women construction workers in Karnataka. It gives cash support for the nutritional needs and pre-school education of their first two children for up to 3 years after delivery. Karnataka Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board manages this scheme and keeps accepting online applications.

Thayi Magu Sahaya Hastha - Introduction

Thayi Magu Sahaya Hastha is run by the Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board under the Labour Department of Karnataka. The scheme helps mothers cover the nutrition and early education costs of their children for up to 3 years from the date of delivery. A registered woman construction worker can get this help for her first two children, which supports better health and early learning for the child.

Under this scheme, an eligible woman receives a total support of ₹6,000, paid at ₹500 per month for up to 3 years. The amount is credited directly for the child's nutrition and pre-school education expenses.

Key Information

Benefits

As a beneficiary, a registered woman construction worker receives financial support of ₹6,000 in total. This is paid in monthly installments of ₹500 for up to 3 years to help with the child's nutrition and early education. The support is available for the first two children only.

The application can be submitted within 6 months of delivery. For the second and third year, a child living affidavit is required to continue receiving the monthly amount.

Eligibility

To apply for this support, a woman should meet the following conditions:

• She must be a registered woman construction worker under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Karnataka.
• The support is valid only for the first 2 children.
• The child must be under 3 years of age at the time of claim.
• To keep the registration active, she should be at least 18 years old and have worked in construction for at least 90 days in the preceding year.

Application Process

Application is done fully online through the official board portal. Follow these steps to apply:

STEP 1 - Visit the official KBOCWWB website and log in using the registered mobile number and OTP.

STEP 2 - After the worker registration is approved, go to the dashboard and select the 'Schemes' section.

STEP 3 - Choose Thayi Magu Sahaya Hastha from the list of schemes.

STEP 4 - Fill in the required information, upload the necessary documents, and review the application. Keep the child's birth certificate ready before starting the form.

STEP 5 - Click 'Submit' to finish the process. The application will be checked and approved by the Labour Officer.

Remember to renew worker registration every 3 years to remain eligible. A 1-year grace period is given for renewal, after which the registration becomes invalid.

Documents

Keep the following documents ready while applying:

• Proof of identity or Smart Card issued by the Board.
• Birth certificate of the child and a photograph.
• Discharge summary from the hospital.
• Affidavit for the second child claim.
• Bank account details and current employment certificate.

For the initial worker registration, have the 90-day work certificate (Form V(A), V(B), V(C), or V(D)), Aadhaar card, and age proof ready.

References

Official Guidelines | Welfare Board Benefits | User Manual

FAQ's

Who can register as a beneficiary?

Any construction worker aged 18 or above who has worked for at least 90 days in the previous year can register.

Is there a fee for registration?

No, there is no application fee for registering with the board.

When should I apply for this scheme?

The application should be submitted within 6 months of the child's delivery.

How much will I receive?

A total of ₹6,000 is paid at ₹500 per month for up to 3 years.

What if I miss the registration renewal?

A 1-year grace period is given after the initial 3-year term expires. If renewal is not done within that year, the registration will be cancelled.