Funeral Expenses for the Construction Workers
✓ Information verified — April 2026This scheme is run by the Building and Other Construction Workers (BOCW) Welfare Board under the Labour Department of West Bengal. It provides financial help to cover funeral and last rites expenses when a registered construction worker passes away. The assistance is given to the nominee or family of the deceased worker to ease the financial burden during a difficult time.
What You Get
- Financial assistance for funeral expenses
- Support for last rites and cremation costs
- Payment made to registered nominee or family members
- Quick assistance during emergency situations
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–60 years
- Residence: West Bengal residents only
- Must be a registered member of BOCW Welfare Board, West Bengal
- Nominee or family member of deceased worker
- Worker must have been active or had valid registration at time of death
- Applicable only in West Bengal
Documents Needed
0/5 collected
- 1. Death Certificate
- 2. BOCW Registration Certificate
- 3. Nominee ID Proof
- 4. Bank Account Details
- 5. Aadhaar Card
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- West Bengal
- Category
- Social Welfare
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–60 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 26 Apr 2026
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