Maternity Assistance Scheme (GBOCWWB)

Key facts

Benefit	₹6,000 for first two deliveries
Who	Female construction workers and wives of registered construction workers
How paid	Directly to beneficiary's account
Implemented by	Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker’s Welfare Board
Official portal	https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in
Application window	Apply within six months from conception

Benefits

Beneficiaries receive a one-time cash assistance of ₹6,000 for the first two deliveries. Registered female construction workers can receive up to ₹37,500 for the same.

Who can apply

Women / girls only
For: construction worker
not income tax payer
no government employee in family
poor household

This scheme is available to female construction workers and the wives of registered construction workers in Gujarat. 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

Applications can be submitted online through the e-Nirman Portal or the Sanman Portal.

Visit the e-Nirman Portal at https://enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in/ and register.
Log in with your User ID and Password after registration.
Update your profile with the necessary details.
Select the 'Construction Works Form' and fill it out.
Upload the required documents and submit the form.
For scheme benefits, visit the Sanman Portal at https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/ and register.
Fill out the application form for the scheme and submit it.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

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

Common problems and how to fix them

Problem	What to do
Application rejected	Ensure all required documents are submitted and the application is made within the specified time frame.
Payment not received	Check the application status on the official portal and confirm that the bank details provided are correct.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for the Maternity Assistance Scheme?

Eligibility includes female construction workers and the wives of registered construction workers who meet specific criteria regarding income and family employment.

What documents are required to apply for the scheme?

Applicants need to provide a photograph, Aadhaar card, ration card, proof of age, and other relevant documents as specified in the application process.

How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme?

The scheme offers ₹6,000 for the wives of registered construction workers and up to ₹37,500 for registered female construction workers for their first two deliveries.

Is there a time limit for applying for the assistance?

Yes, applications must be submitted within 12 months after delivery or within six months from the date of conception for maternity assistance.

How is the financial assistance disbursed?

The financial assistance is directly transferred to the beneficiary's bank account through a Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.

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