Sarkari Yojana

Marriage Benefit (MBOCWWB)

Meghalaya
Quick Summary: Meghalaya's Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board pays ₹5,000/- to registered workers with 3 years of continuous membership for their own marriage and for the marriage of each adult child.

About Marriage Benefit (MBOCWWB)

The Meghalaya Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWWB), Labour Department, Government of Meghalaya, implements the “Marriage Benefit” as a social security scheme. Registered construction workers receive financial help for their own wedding, and the same help is sanctioned for the weddings of all of a worker’s adult children, provided proper documents such as Marriage Certificates are produced.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Implementing Agency

Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Marriage Benefit (MBOCWWB), applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Beneficiaries have to live in Meghalaya

Beneficiaries have to live in Meghalaya.

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They must be working in building or other…

They must be working in building or other construction work.

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Registration with the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction…

Registration with the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board is needed.

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A worker becomes eligible after 3 years of…

A worker becomes eligible after 3 years of continuous membership.

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Registered workers may claim for their own marriage,…

Registered workers may claim for their own marriage, but only once.

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Claims may also be made for the weddings…

Claims may also be made for the weddings of all adult children, on producing proper documentation such as Marriage Certificates, etc.

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

Benefits Provided

Marriage Benefit (MBOCWWB) provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Registered workers are paid ₹5,000/- when they themselves…

Registered workers are paid ₹5,000/- when they themselves marry.

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For each adult child's marriage, too, the worker…

For each adult child's marriage, too, the worker receives ₹5,000/-, provided proper documentation such as Marriage Certificates, etc. is produced.

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:

Enclosures required for New Registration under MBOCWWB:

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The worker's photograph

The worker's photograph

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Worker's identity proof; an Electoral Card, Ration Card,…

Worker's identity proof; an Electoral Card, Ration Card, Driver's License, Aadhaar Card or Passport is accepted

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An Employer Certificate/Self Certification issued by the Labour…

An Employer Certificate/Self Certification issued by the Labour Inspector, the Employer or the SDO/AEE of the Works Department

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The worker's bank passbook

The worker's bank passbook

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eShram ID card, where available

eShram ID card, where available

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Age proof of the building worker/applicant, i.e

Age proof of the building worker/applicant, i.e. a School certificate, a certificate from the Registrar of Birth and Deaths, a certificate from a Medical Officer in Government Service of at least Assistant Surgeon rank, or the Electoral Photo Identity Card

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Nomination Form signed by the applicant

Nomination Form signed by the applicant

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A self-declaration that the applicant is not enrolled…

A self-declaration that the applicant is not enrolled in any other welfare fund/ board

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SC/ST Certificate, if applicable

SC/ST Certificate, if applicable

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Other documents, as needed Enclosures required for application…

Other documents, as needed Enclosures required for application of Marriage Assistance:

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The worker's MBOCWWB ID Card

The worker's MBOCWWB ID Card

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Certificate of marriage

Certificate of marriage

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The Challan/Receipt for the most recent monthly subscription…

The Challan/Receipt for the most recent monthly subscription paid

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Bank passbook

Bank passbook

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Other documents, as needed

Other documents, as needed

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

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Marriage Benefit (MBOCWWB) through the online application process outlined below.

Online Worker Registration Process (Portal):

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Go to the online portal at https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm

Go to the online portal at https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm

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Create a new account by clicking the ‘Worker’…

Create a new account by clicking the ‘Worker’ button on the home page and filling in all mandatory information.

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Once all details are entered, click ‘Register’

Once all details are entered, click ‘Register’.

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A “Registered Successfully” message confirms the registration

A “Registered Successfully” message confirms the registration. Application Process for New Registration under the MBOCWWB:

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Open the portal

Open the portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm

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Provide your User ID (Registered Mobile Number), Password…

Provide your User ID (Registered Mobile Number), Password and the Security Code, then click Login.

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From the menu, select ‘Apply for New Registration’

From the menu, select ‘Apply for New Registration’.

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Complete the Registration Form with your Personal Details,…

Complete the Registration Form with your Personal Details, Service/Work Details, Bank Details, Demographic Details and so on.

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Press 'Submit'

Press 'Submit'.

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A page for managing Family & Nominee Details…

A page for managing Family & Nominee Details opens next; use ‘Add New’ to enter family members and the nominee.

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When all Family & Nominee Details are in,…

When all Family & Nominee Details are in, click Proceed.

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Upload the required enclosures

Upload the required enclosures: Photograph, ID Proof, Employer Certificate/Self Certification and the worker's Bank Passbook.

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Press the ‘Complete’ button to finish registering

Press the ‘Complete’ button to finish registering.

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A Registration Certificate is generated after the application…

A Registration Certificate is generated after the application is processed and verified by the Block/District LDA and Block/District Labour Inspector and approved by the District Labour Commissioner (DLC). Application Process for Marriage Assistance:

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Log on to the portal at https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm

Log on to the portal at https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm

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Type the User ID (Registered Mobile Number), Password…

Type the User ID (Registered Mobile Number), Password and Security Code and click Login.

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Pick the “Marriage Assistance” scheme on the Dashboard

Pick the “Marriage Assistance” scheme on the Dashboard.

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Supply the required information and attach the necessary…

Supply the required information and attach the necessary enclosures.

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Press ‘Submit’ to apply for the benefit

Press ‘Submit’ to apply for the benefit. Application Process to Track/Update:

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Open https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm

Open https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm

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Log in with your User ID (Registered Mobile…

Log in with your User ID (Registered Mobile Number), Password and Security Code.

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Choose ‘Track Application Status’ from the menu

Choose ‘Track Application Status’ from the menu.

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‘View Details’ shows your application

‘View Details’ shows your application.

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‘Application History’ shows its history

‘Application History’ shows its history.

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‘Update’ lets you make changes to your application

‘Update’ lets you make changes to your application. Note: An application cannot be updated once it is under process or has been processed. (Worker’s User Manual)

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

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Marriage Benefit (MBOCWWB) through the offline application process outlined below.

Process for New Registration:

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Submit the completed application form with the required…

Submit the completed application form with the required documents to the Registering Officer of the area.

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If satisfied with all the details, the Registering…

If satisfied with all the details, the Registering Officer may register the worker as a beneficiary under the Act and issue an identity card bearing the worker's photograph. Process to apply for Scheme Benefits:

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The applicant signs a copy of the prescribed…

The applicant signs a copy of the prescribed application form and submits it to the employer concerned.

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The employer countersigns the completed application and forwards…

The employer countersigns the completed application and forwards it to the Building & Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board for consideration.

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