Paternity Benefit (HPBOCWWB)
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Social welfare & Empowerment,Women and Child,Financial assistance,Citizen empowerment,Childcare
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
The "Paternity Benefit" scheme by the Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board provides ₹6,000/- per delivery to the wife of a registered worker (for up to two deliveries) and ₹1,000/- to the male worker upon the birth of a child.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker: 1. The applicant should be a resident of Himachal Pradesh 1. The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker.. 1. The applicant should be aged between 18 and 60 years. 1. The worker should have completed at least 90 days of building and other construction work in the last 12 months. 1. The registration of the applicant should have been renewed annually. For the Application of the Welfare Scheme: 1. The beneficiary must be a Building and Other Construction Worker. 1. The worker should be registered with the "Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board". 1. The worker&39;s membership with the Welfare Board must be active. 1. The wife of the worker should have delivered a baby.
Application Mode
Offline
Application Process
The Registration Process for Building and Other Construction Workers is as follows: Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the Labor Welfare Office (during office hours) and request a hard copy of the prescribed <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="application form" nis:value=https://bocw.hp.nic.in/pdf/formno27_A1b.pdf nis:enabled=true/> from the concerned authority. Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste a passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required). Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with a wage slip or appointment letter from the employer, verifying 90 days of construction work. If unavailable, a certificate from a local authority (such as a councilor, executive officer, or Panchayat Secretary) can be submitted to verify employment. Step 4: After submitting the documents and payment, the worker will receive an acknowledgment receipt confirming their registration. NOTE 1: Ensure that the application is submitted within the prescribed period, if any. NOTE 2: After three years, the worker must visit the office to pay a renewal fee and submit proof of 90 days of work each year to maintain eligibility for benefits. NOTE 3: A one-time registration fee must be paid at the office, and it will be valid for three years.
Required Documents
- Documents Required for Registration as a Building/Construction Worker:
- Identity Proof (e.g., Aadhaar Card)
- Passport-size Photograph
- Skill-upgradation Training Certificate
- Proof of Residence (e.g., Utility bill, Voter ID, etc.)
- Ration Card (optional)
- Bank Account Details (e.g., Copy of Bank Passbook)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Undertaking/Declaration
- Age Certificate (any of the following):
- Registrar of Birth Certificate
- Certificate issued by District Medical Board (if both of the above are unavailable)
- Employment Certificate
- Signature
- Any other documents as required
- Documents Required for Application of a Welfare Scheme:
- Identity Card of the Member
- Medical Certificate (if applicable)
- Any Other Document as Required
FAQs
What is the Paternity Benefit scheme?
It provides financial assistance to registered construction workers in Himachal Pradesh during childbirth.
Who is eligible for the scheme?
Registered workers under the Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board are eligible.
How much financial assistance is provided to the wife of a registered worker?
₹6,000 per delivery, with a limit of two deliveries.
Is there any benefit for the male worker?
Yes, the male worker receives ₹1,000 as paternity assistance.
How many deliveries can the wife receive financial assistance for?
The scheme offers assistance for up to two deliveries.
Is the paternity benefit only for male workers?
No, it includes benefits for both male and female workers.
How can a worker apply for this benefit?
The worker must apply through the Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
Is the scheme available to workers who are not registered?
No, only registered workers are eligible.
Can the assistance be received for more than two deliveries?
No, the limit is two deliveries.
When is the paternity benefit provided?
The ₹1,000 is provided upon the birth of a child to the male worker.
Is the assistance provided in a lump sum or in installments?
The assistance is provided in a lump sum.