Sarkari Yojana

Maternity Benefits Scheme (BBOCWWB)

Bihar
Quick Summary: Women construction workers registered with the Bihar BOCW Welfare Board for at least one year receive an amount equal to 90 days of the State's minimum wages for unskilled workers at childbirth, for up to the first two deliveries.

About Maternity Benefits Scheme (BBOCWWB)

Under the “Maternity Benefits Scheme”, the Bihar Building & Other Construction Workers’ Welfare Board, which functions under the Labour Resources Department, Government of Bihar, pays women construction workers a sum equal to 90 days of the minimum wages fixed by the State Government for unskilled workers when they give birth. Support is available for the first two deliveries only. To qualify, a woman worker must have completed one year of membership with the Board.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Maternity Benefits Scheme (BBOCWWB), applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Only women can apply under this scheme

Only women can apply under this scheme.

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Registration with the Bihar Building & Other Construction…

Registration with the Bihar Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (BBOCWWB) is required.

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A minimum of one year of membership with…

A minimum of one year of membership with the Board must already be completed.

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On the date of applying, the worker's membership…

On the date of applying, the worker's membership has to be in active status.

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Assistance covers only the first two childbirths

Assistance covers only the first two childbirths.

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

Benefits Provided

Maternity Benefits Scheme (BBOCWWB) provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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The worker receives a cash amount that matches…

The worker receives a cash amount that matches 90 days of the minimum wages the State Government has notified for unskilled workers.

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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Registered worker's identity card

Registered worker's identity card

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Details of the applicant's bank account

Details of the applicant's bank account

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Certificate of the child's birth

Certificate of the child's birth

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Document proving membership of the Board

Document proving membership of the Board

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Proof of the worker's age on the date…

Proof of the worker's age on the date of registration

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Any further documents the Board may ask for

Any further documents the Board may ask for

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

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Maternity Benefits Scheme (BBOCWWB) through the online application process outlined below.

Registration

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Open the Official Website of the Bihar Building…

Open the Official Website of the Bihar Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board and select "Apply for New Registration".

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The following page asks for your details, including…

The following page asks for your details, including your Aadhaar Number; enter them and press "Authenticate".

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An online form now opens

An online form now opens. Complete every mandatory field, which is shown with an asterisk (*).

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Press "Submit" and then pay the application fee…

Press "Submit" and then pay the application fee online.

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Once the payment goes through, your construction worker…

Once the payment goes through, your construction worker registration number is generated. Application

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Go to the Official Website of the Bihar…

Go to the Official Website of the Bihar Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.

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Choose "Scheme Application" and then pick "Apply for…

Choose "Scheme Application" and then pick "Apply for Scheme".

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Type in your registration number and press "Show"…

Type in your registration number and press "Show" so that your details are displayed.

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Pick the scheme you wish to apply for,…

Pick the scheme you wish to apply for, fill in all compulsory information and upload the required documents in the prescribed format and size.

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Finish the process by clicking "Submit Application"

Finish the process by clicking "Submit Application". Application Tracking The status of an application can be checked online on the Board's official website by entering the registration number.

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