GBOCWWB Funeral Assistance Scheme Goa

Organisation : Goa Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (GBOCWWB)
Scheme Name : Funeral Assistance Scheme
Applicable For : Dependent  of Registered Construction Workers
Applicable State/UT : Goa
Website : https://labour.goa.gov.in/

What is GBOCWWB Funeral Assistance Scheme?

“Funeral Assistance (GBOCWWB)” is a Welfare Scheme by the Goa Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of the Department of Labour and Employment, Government of Goa. Through this scheme, the nominee/dependant of the deceased worker is provided with financial assistance of ₹5,000/-. The applications are accepted offline.

Benefits of GBOCWWB Funeral Assistance Scheme

Financial Assistance of ₹5,000/-.

Eligibility of GBOCWWB Funeral Assistance Scheme

** The deceased should have been a Worker.
** The deceased should have been between 18 to 60 years of age.
** The deceased should have completed ninety days of service as a registered worker.
** The deceased should have been registered with the Goa Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
** The applicant should be the nominee/dependant of the deceased.
** The nominee/dependant of the unregistered workers shall be eligible upon the production of a certificate from the builder or Inspector of the area stating that the deceased was a building worker.

How To Apply For GBOCWWB Funeral Assistance Scheme?

To apply for GBOCWWB Funeral Assistance Scheme, Follow the below steps

Steps:
Step-1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form for the scheme from the Official Website of the Department of Labour and Employment, Goa.
OR
The interested applicant should visit the Office of the Commissioner, Labour & Employment, 2nd Floor, Sharma Shakti Bhavan, Patto Plaza, Panaji-Goa (0832-2437081/82/83, com-labo.goa@nic.in) and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned authority.

Step-2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step-3: The interested applicant should submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the concerned authority at the Office of the Commissioner, Labour & Employment.

Step-4: A receipt of the application will be assigned to the applicant by the concerned authority.

Documents Required For GBOCWWB Funeral Assistance Scheme

** Worker Registration Card/Number.
** Receipt of Payment of First & Last Subscription with the Board.
** Death Certificate of the Worker.
** Document Establishing the Relationship between the Deceased Worker and the Applicant.
** Certificate from Builder or Inspector of the Area, in the case of nominee/dependant of the unregistered workers.

FAQ On GBOCWWB Funeral Assistance Scheme

Frequently Asked Questions FAQ On GBOCWWB Funeral Assistance Scheme

How can one apply for registration of establishments employing building workers in Goa?
Employers can apply for registration through the Labour Department’s online portal by filling out Form-1 and paying the applicable fee based on the number of workers proposed to be employed.

How can citizens register their grievances with the Public Grievance Department in Goa?
Citizens can convey their grievances by registering on the official website (goaonline.gov.in), completing the grievance details, attaching supporting documents if any, and submitting the application. They should note the acknowledgement number for tracking the status.

Who serves as the First Appellate Authority for matters related to the Labour Department in Goa?
The Commissioner of Labour & Employment acts as the First Appellate Authority for matters related to the Labour Department in Goa. Citizens can contact the First Appellate Authority, at Shramshakti Bhavan, Patto Plaza, Panaji, Goa, or through the provided contact details.

What is the fee structure for registration of establishments employing building workers in Goa?
The fee varies based on the number of workers proposed to be employed, ranging from ₹500 for up to 50 workers to ₹5,000 for exceeding 400 workers.