Sarkari Yojana

Financial Assistance for Funeral Expenses (JKBOCWWB)

Jammu and Kashmir
Quick Summary: The Jammu and Kashmir construction workers' welfare board pays ₹5,000/- towards funeral costs to the nominee or legal heir of a registered worker who was an active member at the time of death.

About Financial Assistance for Funeral Expenses (JKBOCWWB)

The Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Department, Jammu and Kashmir, offers the “Financial Assistance for Funeral Expenses” scheme to its registered workers. When a registered worker dies, the nominee or legal heir is paid ₹5,000/- to meet funeral costs.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Financial Assistance for Funeral Expenses (JKBOCWWB), applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Only the nominee or legal heir of the…

Only the nominee or legal heir of the worker who has died may apply.

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The worker must have been registered with the…

The worker must have been registered with the Jammu and Kashmir Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.

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At the time of death, the worker must…

At the time of death, the worker must have held active Board membership.

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A claim under this scheme can be made…

A claim under this scheme can be made just once.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Financial Assistance for Funeral Expenses (JKBOCWWB) provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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A sum of ₹5,000/- is paid to help…

A sum of ₹5,000/- is paid to help with funeral expenses.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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The deceased worker's identity card

The deceased worker's identity card

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Identity proof of the nominee/legal heir

Identity proof of the nominee/legal heir

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A certificate establishing the applicant as nominee/legal heir

A certificate establishing the applicant as nominee/legal heir

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A recent passport-size photograph

A recent passport-size photograph

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The official death certificate

The official death certificate

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A signed undertaking

A signed undertaking

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Further documents, if required

Further documents, if required

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Financial Assistance for Funeral Expenses (JKBOCWWB) through the online application process outlined below.

Application -

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Open the Jammu & Kashmir Building and Other…

Open the Jammu & Kashmir Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board's official website .

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Choose "Login," provide your details and sign in

Choose "Login," provide your details and sign in.

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Once signed in, choose "Scheme Registration" and then…

Once signed in, choose "Scheme Registration" and then "Apply for Scheme."

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Pick the scheme whose benefit you want to…

Pick the scheme whose benefit you want to claim.

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Fill in the required information and upload the…

Fill in the required information and upload the documents requested.

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Choose "Submit Application" to finish

Choose "Submit Application" to finish. Status Tracking - Application status can be checked online on the Jammu & Kashmir Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board's official website, and updates are sent to the registered mobile number.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Financial Assistance for Funeral Expenses (JKBOCWWB) through the offline application process outlined below.

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During office hours, go to the JKBOCWWB office…

During office hours, go to the JKBOCWWB office and ask the staff in charge of issuing and receiving applications for a printed copy of the prescribed form. OR Print the scheme application form (Page no. 19).

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Complete every mandatory field, affix a passport-sized photograph…

Complete every mandatory field, affix a passport-sized photograph (signed across, if needed) and attach copies of the required documents (self-attested, if needed).

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Hand the signed form and documents to the…

Hand the signed form and documents to the Assistant Labour Commissioner (ALC ) of your district.

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Ask for a receipt or acknowledgement on submission,…

Ask for a receipt or acknowledgement on submission, and check that it carries the date and time of submission and any unique identification number. NOTE: Make sure the application reaches the office within any prescribed time limit.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References