Maternity Assistance Scheme (GBOCWWB)
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Social welfare & Empowerment,Women and Child,Financial assistance,Pregnancy Care
Target Beneficiaries
Family,Individual
Brief Description
The objective of this scheme is to provide financial assistance during pregnancy to women construction workers and construction workers' wives registered with the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker’s Welfare Board and to provide social stability to construction workers.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
1. The construction workers registered with the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker’s Welfare Board will be eligible to get the benefit of this scheme. 1. The construction worker should have an active membership of the Board. 1. Financial assistance is provided for the first two births of both a registered female construction worker and the wife of a registered construction worker. Note: Application should be made within 12 (twelve) months after delivery.
Application Mode
Online
Application Process
> Application Process for ‘E-Nirman Card’ under the GBOCWWB: Step 01: The applicant may visit the e-Nirman Portal: <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="https://enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in/" nis:value=https://enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in/ nis:enabled=true/> Step 02: On the home page, under the tab ‘Login to Portal’, click on ‘<nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="Please Register Here" nis:value=https://enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in/Registration.aspx nis:enabled=true/>’. Step 03: Enter all the mandatory information and then click on ‘Register’. Step 04: After successful registration, the applicants can login through their User ID and Password. Step 05: Now, update your profile by entering all the necessary details as required and click on ‘Update’. Step 06: Select the ‘Construction Works Form’ and fill out all the mandatory information in the form. Step 07: Upload all the relevant documents, agree with the terms & conditions, and submit the form. Step 08: Once the application has been submitted, an application Number is generated which can be kept for future reference. > Process to track Application Status: Step 01: The applicant may visit the e-Nirman Portal: <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="https://enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in/" nis:value=https://enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in/ nis:enabled=true/> Step 02: On the home page, click on ‘View Citizen Application Status’. Step 03: Enter the Application Number and Date of Birth. Step 04: Now click on ‘View Status’. > Application Process for Scheme Benefit: Step 01: The applicant may visit the Sanman Portal: <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/" nis:value=https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/ nis:enabled=true/> Step 02: On the home page, under the tab ‘Citizen Login’, click on ‘<nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="Please Register Here" nis:value=https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/Home/Registration nis:enabled=true/>’. Step 03: Enter your Aadhaar Card Number, select user type and then enter your E-Nirman Card Number. Step 04: Now, click on ‘Fetch’ & submit the details. Step 05: After successful registration, the applicants can login through their User ID and Password. Step 06: Now, select the scheme and read the instructions carefully for the selected scheme. Step 07: Fill out the application form and upload all the relevant documents. Step 08: Agree with the Rules & Regulations and submit the application form. A confirmation email with the application Number will be sent to the registered email ID.
Required Documents
- Documents required for ‘E-Nirman Card’ under the GBOCWWB :
- Photograph of the worker
- Aadhaar Card
- Ration Card
- Caste Category certificate, if applicable
- Proof of age (Birth certificate/Driving Licence/PAN Card/Voter ID Card)
- Self-declaration certificate
- Employer Certificate
- Bank Passbook/cancelled Cheque
- Any other documents as required
- Documents required for Scheme Benefit:
- e-Nirman Card of the worker
- Passport-size photograph
- Surgeon/Gynaecologist/Gynaecology PHC approved doctor's certificate/copy of Mamta card (in case of registered female worker)
- Birth certificate
- Aadhaar card of the beneficiary
- Copy of the first page of the bank passbook
- Copy of Ration Card
- Affidavit
- Any other documents as required
FAQs
Who administers the Maternity Assistance Scheme?
The scheme is administered by the Labour, Skill Development & Employment Department, Government of Gujarat, through the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker’s Welfare Board.
What is the objective of the Scheme?
The objective of this scheme is to provide financial assistance during pregnancy to women construction workers and construction workers' wives registered with the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker’s Welfare Board and to provide social stability to construction workers.
What benefits does the scheme offer?
Under the scheme, the wife of a registered construction worker receives ₹6,000/- for the first two deliveries, while a registered female construction worker is entitled to ₹37,500/- for the first two deliveries.
How is the financial assistance disbursed?
Financial assistance is disbursed directly through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the beneficiary's account.
Does the scheme provide benefits in case of miscarriage?
Yes, the scheme also provides benefits in case of miscarriage.
What is the application period for the scheme?
The application period extends up to six months from the date of conception.
What are the rules and conditions for availing maternity assistance?
Before maternity assistance, registered female construction workers should apply within six months, along with a certified doctor's certificate. The application should be submitted within six months from the date of inwarding at the board's office.
What additional financial assistance is provided post-delivery?
In the case of post-delivery application, registered female construction workers receive ₹20,000/-, and the wife of a construction worker receives ₹6,000/-.
Who is eligible to benefit from this scheme?
Construction workers registered with the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker’s Welfare Board, with active membership, are eligible for the scheme.
Is there a deadline for applying for maternity assistance after delivery?
Yes, the application should be made within 12 months after delivery.
Are there any restrictions on the number of times a beneficiary can claim assistance?
The scheme provides assistance for the first two deliveries per registered female construction worker and the wife of a registered construction worker.
How can an applicant apply for the scheme?
The applicant may visit the Sanman Portal: https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/
Can an an applicant also apply through offline mode?
Yes, for availing of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant may visit the district office of the BOCW Board.