Gujarat State Social welfare & EmpowermentHealth & Wellness

Assistance Scheme for Occupational Diseases (GBOCWWB)

Registered construction workers in Gujarat who develop occupational diseases or suffer serious on-the-job injuries can receive free medical treatment plus a monthly cash allowance through the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board (GBOCWWB). Monthly support ranges from ₹1,500 to ₹3,000 based on disability level, up to a total cap of ₹3 lakh. Register at enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in and apply for the benefit at sanman.gujarat.gov.in.

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About This Scheme

Registered construction workers in Gujarat who develop occupational diseases or suffer serious on-the-job injuries can receive free medical treatment plus a monthly cash allowance through the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board (GBOCWWB). Monthly support ranges from ₹1,500 to ₹3,000 based on disability level, up to a total cap of ₹3 lakh. Register at enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in and apply for the benefit at sanman.gujarat.gov.in.

Full official description

The “Assistance Scheme for Occupational Diseases” is implemented by the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker’s Welfare Board (GBOCWWB), Labour, Skill Development & Employment Department, Government of Gujarat. Under the scheme, financial assistance is given to registered construction workers for 15 types of occupational diseases and 23 types of serious injuries.

Benefits

  • Free medical treatment at government-approved hospitals
  • ₹1,500/month for workers with less than 90% disability
  • ₹3,000/month for workers with 90–100% disability
  • Total financial assistance capped at ₹3,00,000

Who Can Apply (Eligibility)

  • Must be a construction worker registered with GBOCWWB (Gujarat Building and Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board)
  • Must have developed one of 15 recognised occupational diseases or sustained one of 23 recognised serious injuries
  • Must be treated at a State Government-approved hospital

How to Apply

1
Online

Application Process for ‘E-Nirman Card’ under the GBOCWWB:

Step 01: The applicant may visit the e-Nirman Portal: https://enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in/ Step 02: On the home page, under the tab ‘Login to Portal’, click on ‘Please Register Here’. Step 03: Enter all the mandatory information and then click on ‘Register’. Step 04: After successful registration, the applicants can login through their User ID and Password. Step 05: Now, update your profile by entering all the necessary details as required and click on ‘Update’. Step 06: Select the ‘Construction Works Form’ and fill out all the mandatory information in the form. Step 07: Upload all the relevant documents, agree with the terms & conditions, and submit the form. Step 08: Once the application has been submitted, an application Number is generated which can be kept for future reference.

Process to track Application Status:

Step 01: The applicant may visit the e-Nirman Portal: https://enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in/ Step 02: On the home page, click on ‘View Citizen Application Status’. Step 03: Enter the Application Number and Date of Birth. Step 04: Now click on ‘View Status’.

Application Process for Scheme Benefit:

Step 01: The applicant may visit the Sanman Portal: https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/ Step 02: On the home page, under the tab ‘Citizen Login’, click on ‘Please Register Here’. Step 03: Enter your Aadhaar Card Number, select user type, and then enter E-Nirman Card Number. Step 04: Now, click on ‘Fetch’ & submit the details. Step 05: After successful registration, the applicants can login through their User ID and Password. Step 06: Now, select the scheme and read the instructions carefully for the selected scheme. Step 07: Fill out the application form and upload all the relevant documents. Step 08: Agree with the Rules & Regulations and submit the application form. A confirmation email with the application Number will be sent to the registered email ID.

2
Offline

Step 01: The applicant may visit the district office of District Office of the Labour Welfare Board and collect the application form. Step 02: Fill out the form completely and attach all the relevant documents. Step 03: Submit the filled application form to the District Project Manager. Step 04: The District Project Manager will submit it online. Step 05: It will then be approved by the District Inspector. Step 06: Then it will be submitted to the State Project Manager of the Head Office. Step 07: It will then be approved by the Government Labour Officer of the Head Office and subsequently by the Member Secretary. Step 08: After approval of the application DBT will be credited to the worker's account.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who administers this scheme?

The scheme is administered by the Labour, Skill Development & Employment Department, Government of Gujarat, through the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker's Welfare Board.

What types of benefits are offered under this scheme?

The scheme offers free medical treatment and monthly assistance to eligible registered construction workers based on the severity of their disability due to occupational diseases or serious injuries.

What is the financial assistance provided under the scheme?

Registered construction workers with less than 90% disability receive [?]1500/- monthly assistance, while those with 90 to 100% disability receive [?]3000/- monthly assistance.

Is there a maximum limit to the financial assistance provided?

Yes, the assistance is provided up to a maximum limit of [?]3,00,000/-.

How many types of occupational diseases and serious injuries are covered under the scheme?

The scheme covers 15 types of occupational diseases and 23 types of serious injuries.

Who is eligible for the benefits under the scheme?

Construction workers registered with the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker's Welfare Board are eligible to avail of the benefits.

Is the medical treatment provided under the scheme free of cost?

Yes, eligible workers receive free medical treatment in government-approved hospitals.

How does a registered construction worker apply for benefits under the scheme?

The applicant may visit and apply through the Sanman Portal: https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/

Can an applicant also apply through offline mode?

Yes, for availing of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant may visit the district office of District Office of Labour Welfare Board.

Ready to apply?

Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.

Apply on myScheme.gov.in

Documents Required

  • > **Documents required for ‘E-Nirman Card’ under the GBOCWWB:**
  • 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](https://enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in/ApplicationDocuments/SelfCertificateLatest.pdf) certificate 1. Employer Certificate
  • Bank Passbook/cancelled Cheque
  • Any other documents as required
  • > **Documents required for Scheme Benefit:**
  • e-Nirman Card of the worker
  • Passport-size photograph
  • Hospital discharge certificate
  • Copy of bank account passbook
  • Copy of ration card
  • [Life Certificate](https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/ApplicationDocuments/BOCW/Survivalcertificate.pdf) (at the end of six months) 1. [Certificate](https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/ApplicationDocuments/BOCW/DoctorCertificate.pdf) with a percentage of disability with the signature of the certifying surgeon 1. Any other documents as required

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Occupational DiseasesInjuriesConstruction WorkerBuilding WorkerLabourFinancial AssistanceFree Medical Treatment
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