Maternity Assistance Scheme (GBOCWWB)
Up to ₹37,500 maternity benefit · registered female construction workers · ₹6,000 for worker's wife
Construction workers registered with Gujarat's Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (GBOCWWB) can receive maternity financial assistance for the first two deliveries — ₹37,500 for registered female construction workers or ₹6,000 for wives of registered male workers. The money is transferred directly to the bank account via DBT. Apply online at the Sanman portal (sanman.gujarat.gov.in) or submit a form offline at your district BOCW office.
About This Scheme
Construction workers registered with Gujarat's Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (GBOCWWB) can receive maternity financial assistance for the first two deliveries — ₹37,500 for registered female construction workers or ₹6,000 for wives of registered male workers. The money is transferred directly to the bank account via DBT. Apply online at the Sanman portal (sanman.gujarat.gov.in) or submit a form offline at your district BOCW office.
Full official description
The “Maternity Assistance Scheme” is implemented by the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker’s Welfare Board (GBOCWWB), Labour, Skill Development & Employment Department, Government of Gujarat. The objective of this scheme is to provide financial assistance during pregnancy to women construction workers and construction workers' wives registered with the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker’s Welfare Board and to provide social stability to construction workers.
Benefits
- ₹37,500 for registered female construction workers per delivery (first two deliveries)
- ₹6,000 for wives of registered male construction workers per delivery (first two deliveries)
- Pre-delivery advance of ₹17,500 available to female workers (applied 6 months before delivery)
- Post-delivery balance of ₹20,000 paid after delivery (female workers)
- Funds sent directly to bank via DBT; also covers miscarriage cases
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Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be registered with the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (GBOCWWB) with an active membership
- Benefits available for the first two deliveries only
- Female workers can apply up to 6 months before delivery (for pre-delivery assistance) or within 12 months of delivery
- Wives of male construction workers must apply within 12 months of delivery
How to Apply
- First register for an E-Nirman Card at enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in.
- Visit sanman.gujarat.gov.in and click 'Please Register Here' under Citizen Login.
- Enter your Aadhaar number, select user type, and enter your E-Nirman Card Number; click 'Fetch'.
- Complete registration, log in, select this scheme, fill out the form, and upload documents.
- Submit the form. A confirmation email with Application Number will be sent.
- Alternatively, download the offline application from sanman.gujarat.gov.in and submit to your District Project Manager.
- Track status at enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in — click 'View Citizen Application Status', enter Application Number and Date of Birth.
- Apply within 12 months of delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who administers the Maternity Assistance 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 is the objective of the Scheme?
The objective of this scheme is to provide financial assistance during pregnancy to women construction workers and construction workers' wives registered with the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker's Welfare Board and to provide social stability to construction workers.
What benefits does the scheme offer?
Under the scheme, the wife of a registered construction worker receives [?]6,000/- for the first two deliveries, while a registered female construction worker is entitled to [?]37,500/- for the first two deliveries.
How is the financial assistance disbursed?
Financial assistance is disbursed directly through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the beneficiary's account.
Does the scheme provide benefits in case of miscarriage?
Yes, the scheme also provides benefits in case of miscarriage.
What is the application period for the scheme?
The application period extends up to six months from the date of conception.
What are the rules and conditions for availing maternity assistance?
Before maternity assistance, registered female construction workers should apply within six months, along with a certified doctor's certificate. The application should be submitted within six months from the date of inwarding at the board's office.
What additional financial assistance is provided post-delivery?
In the case of post-delivery application, registered female construction workers receive [?]20,000/-, and the wife of a construction worker receives [?]6,000/-.
Who is eligible to benefit from this scheme?
Construction workers registered with the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker's Welfare Board, with active membership, are eligible for the scheme.
Is there a deadline for applying for maternity assistance after delivery?
Yes, the application should be made within 12 months after delivery.
Are there any restrictions on the number of times a beneficiary can claim assistance?
The scheme provides assistance for the first two deliveries per registered female construction worker and the wife of a registered construction worker.
How can an applicant apply for the scheme?
The applicant may visit the Sanman Portal: https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/
Can an an applicant also apply through offline mode?
Yes, for availing of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant may visit the district office of the BOCW Board.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- E-Nirman Card of the worker
- Passport-size photograph
- Doctor's certificate or Mamta card (for female construction worker)
- Birth certificate of the child
- Aadhaar card of the beneficiary
- Copy of first page of bank passbook
- Copy of ration card
- Affidavit