Maternity Assistance Scheme- Gujarat Labour Welfare Board
Organized-sector workers in Gujarat — both female employees and wives of male workers — can receive ₹10,000 to help cover maternity expenses such as health check-ups, medicines, and nutritious food. The benefit is available for one delivery only and requires at least one year of continuous employment with Labour Welfare Fund contributions. Apply online through the Sanman Portal at sanman.gujarat.gov.in.
About This Scheme
Organized-sector workers in Gujarat — both female employees and wives of male workers — can receive ₹10,000 to help cover maternity expenses such as health check-ups, medicines, and nutritious food. The benefit is available for one delivery only and requires at least one year of continuous employment with Labour Welfare Fund contributions. Apply online through the Sanman Portal at sanman.gujarat.gov.in.
Full official description
The “Maternity Assistance Scheme” was launched by the Gujarat Labour Welfare Board, Labour, Skill Development & Employment Department, Government of Gujarat. Under the scheme, financial assistance is provided to female workers and the wives of workers to cover expenses incurred for health check-ups, medicine, nutritious diet, etc., during the maternity period.
Benefits
- One-time financial assistance of ₹10,000 for maternity-related expenses (health check-ups, medicines, nutrition)
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be working in the organized sector (factory, company, or organization) in Gujarat
- Must have worked continuously with the same employer for at least 1 year
- Employer must have deposited Labour Welfare Fund contributions to the board
- Application must be submitted within 1 year of the delivery date
- Benefit is available for one delivery only (either the female worker herself or the wife of a male worker)
How to Apply
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 your Labour Welfare Fund Account Number. Step 04: Now, click on ‘Fetch’ & verify the details. Step 05: Enter user details and Password. Step 06: After successful registration, the applicants can login through their User ID and Password. Step 07: Now, select the scheme and read the instructions carefully for the selected scheme. Step 08: Fill out the application form and upload all the relevant documents. Step 09: Agree with the Rules & Regulations and submit the application form. A confirmation email with the application Number will be sent on the registered email ID. Note 01: Applications made with incomplete/wrong details will not be entertained. Note 02: The final decision regarding assistance will be with the Welfare Commissioner. The jurisdiction will be Ahmedabad.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible to receive benefits under this scheme?
Workers employed in the organized sector in the state of Gujarat are eligible for benefits under this scheme.
Are there any specific requirements for eligibility?
Yes, eligible workers must have worked continuously with the Factory/Company/Organization for at least one year, and their Labour Welfare Fund should have been deposited with the board.
When should the application be submitted?
Applications must be submitted within one year from the date of delivery to avail of the benefits.
Is the benefit limited to only one delivery?
Yes, the benefit of the scheme is available for only one delivery per eligible worker or their spouse.
What happens if there is a change in the name mentioned in the documents?
Assistance will not be provided if there is a discrepancy between the name of the pregnant woman mentioned in the birth certificate/document and the name in the bank passbook.
How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
A financial assistance of [?]10,000/- is provided to cover expenses incurred during the maternity period.
What expenses are covered by the financial assistance?
The financial assistance covers expenses related to health check-ups, medicine, nutritious diet, and other maternity-related costs.
Where can I apply for the scheme benefit?
You can apply for the scheme benefit through the Sanman Portal at https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/.
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Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Passport-size Photograph
- A copy of the identity card issued by the contractor to the worker/labour
- Aadhaar Card of Labour
- Labour Welfare Fund Account Number
- Proof of pregnancy/Medical report
- Birth certificate of child
- Aadhaar card of the beneficiary
- [Bonafide certificate](https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/ApplicationDocuments/GLWB/Bonafide.pdf)
- Bank account details/Bank Passbook
- Any other documents as required