Assistance for Funeral Expenses (O.B.O.C.W.W.B)
✓ Information verified — June 2026The “Assistance for Funeral Expenses” scheme by the BOCW Welfare Board, Labour Department, Odisha, is a welfare scheme that provides financial assistance for funeral expenses to the nominees of a deceased registered member.
What You Get
- Financial assistance for funeral and related expenses
- Payment made directly to nominated beneficiary
- Helps reduce financial hardship during mourning period
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–60 years
- Residence: Odisha residents only
- Deceased must be a registered member of BOCW Welfare Board, Odisha
- Nominee or family member must apply for assistance
- Registration with the board must be current or valid at time of death
- Applicable to construction workers and building workers covered under the board
Documents Needed
0/5 collected
- 1. Death Certificate
- 2. BOCW Registration Certificate
- 3. Nominee Identification Proof
- 4. Bank Passbook
- 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
- Odisha
- Category
- Social Welfare
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–60 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
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