Family Pension (MBOCWWB)
The Family Pension scheme in Meghalaya provides financial support to the surviving spouse of deceased pensioners from the MBOCWWB.
Key facts
| Benefit | ₹100 or 50% of deceased pensioner's amount, whichever is higher |
|---|---|
| Who | Surviving spouse of deceased pensioner |
| How paid | Monthly |
| Implemented by | MBOCWWB, Labour Department, Meghalaya |
| Official portal | https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm |
| Application window | Open all year for eligible applicants. |
Benefits
Beneficiaries receive a monthly pension amounting to 50% of the deceased pensioner's pension or ₹100, whichever is greater.
Who can apply
- For: building worker, construction worker, labour
- Resident of Meghalaya
- not income tax payer
- no government employee in family
Applicants must be residents of Meghalaya and the surviving spouse of a pensioner who was receiving benefits from the Meghalaya Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. Key exclusions include individuals who are government employees or receiving any pension from government or private organizations.
Who is not eligible
- Income tax payers
- Government employees in family
- Existing pension recipients
How to apply
Applications can be submitted online through the official MBOCWWB portal.
- Visit the online Portal: https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm
- Log in using your User ID (Registered Mobile Number) and Password.
- Select the 'Family Pension' scheme from the Dashboard.
- Complete the required information and attach necessary documents.
- Click 'Submit' to finalize your application.
Documents required
- Identity proof of the applicant
- MBOCWWB ID Card of the pensioner/worker
- Medical Death Certificate of the Beneficiary by Chief Medical Officer
- Officer's Certificate showing the relationship between the applicant and the worker
- Officer's Certificate stating that the applicant is not receiving any pension from the Government/ Semi-Government/Private Organization
- Officer's Certificate stating that the applicant is not receiving any salary from the Government/ Semi-Government/Private Organization
- Challan/Receipt of All of the Monthly Subscriptions paid
- Bank account details/Bank Passbook
- Any other documents as required
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Application rejected | Ensure all required documents are submitted and eligibility criteria are met before reapplying. |
| Payment not received | Check the application status on the portal and confirm that all necessary information was provided during the application process. |
Frequently asked questions
Who administers the Family Pension scheme?
The scheme is managed by the Labour Department of the Government of Meghalaya through the Meghalaya Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
What is the eligibility criteria for the surviving spouse?
The surviving spouse must not be receiving any pension or salary from government, semi-government, or private organizations to qualify for the family pension.
How is the family pension amount determined?
The family pension is calculated as 50% of the pension received by the deceased pensioner or ₹100, whichever is higher.
Can I track my application status?
Yes, applicants can track their application status by logging into the MBOCWWB portal.
What documents are required for the application?
Required documents include identity proof, MBOCWWB ID Card, Medical Death Certificate, and various officer's certificates, among others.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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