Accident Assistance (K.B.O.C.W.W.B)
About Accident Assistance (K.B.O.C.W.W.B)
The "Accident Assistance'' by the BOCW Welfare Board, Department of Labour, Karnataka, is a welfare scheme for the registered workers of the board. Under this Scheme, every registered construction worker who meets with an accident during the course of employment shall be compensated by the employer under the provisions of the Employee’s Compensation Act, along with a compensation from the Board.
Benefits
- Death Benefit: ₹5,00,000/- granted (50% in Fixed Deposit, 50% via cheque/DBT) to the first living nominee.- Permanent Total Disablement Benefit: ₹2,00,000/- granted (50% in Fixed Deposit, 50% via cheque/DBT).- Permanent Partial Disablement Benefit: ₹1,00,000/- granted proportionally (50% in Fixed Deposit, 50% via cheque/DBT).
Who is Eligible
For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:
- The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker (Unorganised Worker).
- The applicant should be a minimum of 18 years of age.
- The applicant should have engaged in building and construction work for at least 90 days in a given year.
For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:
- The applicant should be a registered construction worker Under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Karnataka.
- The accident must occur either during the course of employment or outside of work.
How to Apply
Online
Registration Process as a Building/ Construction Worker:
Step 1: Visit the official Website of Karnataka Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (KBOCWWB) and click on “Register”.
Step 2: Select “Register as New Construction Worker” then enter your mobile number as per the Aadhaar Registered and verify with the received OTP.
Step 3: From the dashboard, click on “Registration”.
Step 4: Fill in all the mandatory details and upload the required documents. Click on “Final Submit” to complete the registration process.
Application Process of the Welfare Scheme:
Step 1: Visit the official Website of Karnataka Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (KBOCWWB) and click on “Login”.
Step 2: Enter your registered mobile number and the received OTP.
Step 3: From the dashboard, click on “Schemes” (After the user Registration is approved, the user can access the schemes page).
Step 4: Select the concerned scheme. Fill in all the mandatory details and upload the required documents.
Step 5: Review the details and check the declaration box. Now click on “Submit” to complete the application process.
Renewal Process:
Step 1: Visit the official Website of Karnataka Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (KBOCWWB) and click on “Login”.
Step 2: Enter your registered mobile number and the received OTP.
Step 3: From the dashboard, click on “Renewal”. Fill in mandatory details and upload the required documents.
Step 4: Review the details and click on “Submit” to complete the renewal process.
Note:
- Renewal: Every construction worker must renew their registration with the Karnataka Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board every 3 years. If not renewed within this period, a 1-year grace period is granted. After that, the registration becomes invalid.
Helpdesk:
Karnataka Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board,
Address: Karmika Bhavan, Dairy Circle, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore-29.
Office No: 080-29753078
E-mail: [email protected]
List of District Office.
List of Taluk Offices.
Documents Required
For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:
- Employment Certificate/90 Days Work Certificate (Form V(A)/V(B)/V(C)/V(D)). - Aadhar Card (Self-Attested).
- Ration Card(non-mandatory).
- Age Proof (Voter ID Card/Aadhar Card).
For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:
- Medical Certificate.
- Medical Disability Certificate.
- Death certificate.
- FIR COPY.
- Postmortem Report.
- Self Declaration.
For the Renewal Process:
Who Is Not Eligible
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who can register as a beneficiary under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Karnataka?
Any construction worker whose age is minimum 18 years of age and has worked in any construction work for a minimum of 90 days in a year, are eligible to register as a beneficiary under the Board.
- Is there a minimum service requirement to register as a beneficiary?
Yes, the building worker must have completed 90 days of service as a building worker in the preceding 12 months.
- Who can apply for the welfare scheme?
Any registered worker of the Board can apply for the welfare scheme.
- What are the mandatory documents for the registration?
The documents required for registration are: Employment Certificate (Form V(A)/V(B)/V(C)/V(D)), Aadhar Card (Self-Attested), Ration Card(non-mandatory), Age Proof (one of them Example: Voter ID Card, Aadhar Card).
- How often must a construction worker renew their registration with the Karnataka Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board?
A construction worker must renew their registration every 3 years.
- What happens if a worker doesn't renew their registration within the 3-year period?
If a worker doesn't renew their registration within the 3-year period, they are granted a 1-year grace period to complete the renewal.
- What happens if a worker doesn't renew their registration during the grace period?
If the worker fails to renew their registration during the 1-year grace period, their registration will become invalid.
- Is there any application fee required for the registration under the Karnataka Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board?
No, as per the guidelines, there is no fee required for the registration.
- How to enroll as a beneficiary under the Karnataka Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board?
Applicants can visit the official Website of Karnataka Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (KBOCWWB) to enroll themselves as a beneficiary under the board: https://kbocwwb.karnataka.gov.in/login
- Who is eligible for this scheme?
All registered construction workers with the BOCW Welfare Board who meet with an accident during the course of their employment are eligible for compensation under this scheme.
- What compensation is provided in case of death due to an accident?
In the unfortunate event of a worker's death due to an accident, the first living nominee receives [?]5,00,000/- as compensation.
- What is the benefit amount for Permanent Total Disablement?
If a worker suffers from Permanent Total Disablement due to an accident, a compensation of [?]2,00,000/- is provided.
- What compensation is provided in case of Permanent Partial Disablement?
In the case of Permanent Partial Disablement, the worker is entitled to [?]1,00,000/- as compensation, which is granted proportionally based on the extent of the disability.
- How to apply for the assistance under this scheme?
Applicants should visit the official Website of Karnataka Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (KBOCWWB) to avail the assistance under this scheme: https://kbocwwb.karnataka.gov.in/login
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