Funeral Assistance Scheme (PBAOCWWB)

Key facts

Benefit	₹7,000
Who	Nominee of deceased construction worker
How paid	Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) within 7 days
Implemented by	Puducherry Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board
Application window	Apply within two months of the worker's death

Benefits

Beneficiaries receive a one-time financial assistance of ₹7,000 to cover funeral costs, credited within seven days through Direct Benefit Transfer.

Who can apply

Age 18–60
For: construction worker
not income tax payer
no government employee in family
poor household

Applicants must be dependents of a deceased construction worker who was registered with the Puducherry Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. The deceased must have been an Indian citizen aged between 18 and 60 years at the time of death, and the family should not have any government employees or income tax payers.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted offline at the designated office of the Puducherry Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.

Visit the Puducherry Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board office to obtain the application form or download it from the Citizen's Charter.
Complete the application form and attach all required documents, ensuring to self-attest where necessary.
Submit the filled application form along with the documents to the concerned authority.
Request a receipt or acknowledgment of your application submission, noting the date and time.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Duly Filled and Signed Application Form
Birth Certificate/Transfer Certificate/Doctor Certificate for Age Verification
Experience Certificate from a Registered Engineer/contractor/association/trade Union
Details Related to Construction Work/worksite
Proof of Blood Group
Two Passport-size Photographs
Ration Card
Aadhaar Card
Bank Details
Family Particulars/status and Nomination Details of the Beneficiaries
Certificate From the Revenue Department or Social Welfare Department or Anganwadi Officials
Original Last Subscription Bill
Original Board ID Card
Burial Permission Letter
Death Certificate
Nominees Aadhaar
Ration Card
Bank Pass Book

Common problems and how to fix them

Problem	What to do
Application submitted late	The application must be submitted within two months from the date of death; late submissions are not accepted.
Missing original last subscription bill	Contact the Puducherry Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board to inquire about alternative documentation options.

Frequently asked questions

What is the deadline for submitting the application after the death of a construction worker?

The application must be submitted within two months from the date of the construction worker's death.

How long does it take to receive the financial assistance after applying?

The financial assistance of ₹7,000 is credited within seven days through Direct Benefit Transfer.

Can I apply if I do not have the original last subscription bill of the deceased?

While the original last subscription bill is required, you may contact the Board for possible alternatives, such as submitting a copy or proof of contribution.

Is there a fee for applying to the Funeral Assistance Scheme?

There is no application fee for this scheme, but there may be fees associated with the registration of construction workers.

Will receiving the Funeral Assistance affect other benefits I am eligible for?

Receiving the Funeral Assistance should not impact eligibility for other benefits, such as death benefits.

Key terms explained

DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer): A system where the scheme amount is paid straight into the beneficiary’s bank account, with no middlemen handling the cash.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.