Medical Assistance (APB&OCWWB)

Key facts

Benefit	₹15,000 one-time cash assistance
Who	Registered construction workers in Arunachal Pradesh
How paid	Cash assistance for hospitalization
Implemented by	Department of Labour and Employment, Arunachal Pradesh
Official portal	apbocwwb.gov.in
Application window	Open all year for registered construction workers.

Benefits

Eligible beneficiaries receive a one-time cash assistance of up to ₹15,000 for hospitalization, with additional benefits possible for disability resulting from an accident.

Who can apply

For: construction worker
Resident of Arunachal Pradesh
not income tax payer
no government employee in family
poor household

This scheme is available to registered construction workers who are permanent residents of Arunachal Pradesh. Applicants must not be income tax payers, should not have any government employees in their family, and must belong to a poor household.

How to apply

To apply for this scheme, individuals must contact the Registering Officers of the APB&OCWWB in their district.

Ensure registration as a worker under the Arunachal Pradesh Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (APB&OCWWB).
Obtain the application form from the APB&OCWWB office or download it from the official website.
Complete the application form and gather all required documents.
Submit the application form to the concerned office for verification.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card, Voter ID card, etc.
Original copy of registration card /membership card of the board
Application form
Bank Account number/ front page of the passbook
Passport-size photographs
Address proof

Common problems and how to fix them

Problem	What to do
Application rejected	Ensure that all required documents are attached and the application form is filled correctly before submission.
Payment not received	Verify that the application has been successfully processed and that the membership with the board is active.

Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of the Medical Assistance scheme?

The scheme aims to provide financial support to registered construction workers who are hospitalized for five or more days due to accidents or diseases.

Who can apply for this scheme?

Only registered construction workers who are permanent residents of Arunachal Pradesh and meet specific criteria can apply.

What documents are required to apply?

Applicants need to provide identity proof, a registration card, the application form, bank details, passport-size photos, and address proof.

How much financial assistance is provided?

Eligible workers receive ₹2,000 for the first five days of hospitalization and ₹100 for each additional day, up to a maximum of ₹15,000.

Is it necessary to have an active membership to apply?

Yes, the worker's membership with the APB&OCWWB must be active at the time of application.

How can I find the application form?

The application form can be obtained from the APB&OCWWB office or downloaded from the official website of the Department of Labour and Employment.

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