MP Marriage Assistance Scheme (MPBOCWWB): Eligibility, Benefits & Application Process

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The MP Marriage Assistance Scheme is a welfare programme which was initiated by the Madhya Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MPBOCWWB) through Department of Labour, Government of Madhya Pradesh. The plan offers financial assistance to registered construction industry employees in order to cover the marital costs of the employees or their daughters.

The initiative seeks to bring about social development and economic stability among construction workers, one of the most financially vulnerable groups in the society.

Overview of the MP Marriage Assistance Scheme

Under this scheme, registered female construction workers may obtain financial help in their own marriage (including remarriage, once) or in the marriage of up to two daughters. It is furthered to the biological or adopted or stepdaughter of a registered worker as long as the bride is at age 18 on the date of marriage.

Benefits of the Scheme

Beneficiaries receive ₹55,000 in total assistance, which is distributed as follows:

  • ₹11,000 – Cash assistance
  • ₹38,000 – Material support
  • ₹6,000 – Grant for mass marriage organisers

This financial aid ensures that workers can celebrate important family milestones with dignity, without the burden of excessive financial pressure.

Eligibility Criteria

For Registration

To register as a beneficiary under the Welfare Board, applicants must meet the following conditions:

  • Must be a resident of Madhya Pradesh.
  • Must be a building or construction worker by occupation.
  • Age should be between 18 and 60 years.
  • Must have worked in the construction sector for at least 90 days during the preceding 12 months.
  • Registration must be renewed annually to remain valid.

For Scheme Application

  • The applicant should be a registered female worker or the daughter of a registered worker.
  • The bride must be at least 18 years old.
  • The applicant must not have received similar assistance previously.
  • The applicant should participate in the Chief Minister Kanya Vivaah/Nikah Scheme.

Application Process

Applicants can register and apply for the MP Marriage Assistance Scheme online through the official Shram Seva Portal.

Step 1: Registration of Workers

  1. Visit the appropriate local authority:
    • Rural areas – Chief Executive Officer, Janpad Panchayat
    • Urban areas – Commissioner or Chief Municipal Officer, Urban Body
  2. Pay a ₹15 fee (₹5 registration fee + ₹10 contribution for five years).
  3. Submit the prescribed form and supporting documents.
  4. The application is verified and approved or rejected by the authority.
  5. Registration is completed through the official portal: https://labour.mp.gov.in.
  6. After approval, an identity card with a photograph is issued.
  7. Workers can also self-certify their 90 days of work annually as proof of eligibility.

Step 2: Applying for the Marriage Assistance Scheme

  1. Visit the Shram Seva Portal.
  2. Click on “योजना आवेदन” and select “योजना लाभ हेतु आवेदन दर्ज करें”.
  3. Enter your Labour Registration Number (श्रमिक पंजीयन क्रमांक) and captcha code, then click “View Information”.
  4. Select the Marriage Assistance Scheme from the list of available welfare schemes.
  5. Fill in all the mandatory details and upload the required documents in the specified format.
  6. Review the information carefully before submission.
  7. Click “Submit” to complete the process. A confirmation message will be displayed on-screen.

Documents Required

For Registration

  • Composite ID copy
  • First page of bank passbook (in applicant’s name)
  • Two recent passport-size photographs
  • Proof of residence (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Driving Licence, Electricity Bill, or Ration Card)
  • Self-attested proof or thumb-impression certificate of 90 days’ employment

For Application

  • Identity card of registered worker
  • Bank account details
  • Proof of residence
  • Marriage invitation card (original)
  • Proof of relationship with the registered worker
  • Age proof of the bride

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How many daughters can a registered worker receive marriage assistance for?
Benefits are allowed on a maximum of two daughters.

2. What is the total amount of financial assistance provided?
The total amount received by eligible beneficiaries is ₹55,000.

3. What is the minimum age requirement for the bride?
The bride should not be less than 18 years during marrying age.

4. Can a female worker apply for her own remarriage?
No, there is no help to take up remarriage of a registered female worker.

5. Is it necessary to renew registration annually?
Yes, it has to be renewed annually in order to stay qualified.

6. Can self-certification be used as proof of work?
Yes, it is accepted that self-certification of 90 working days could be used as a registration evidence.

7. Where should applicants apply from rural and urban areas?

  • Rural: Chief Executive Officer, Janpad Panchayat
  • Urban: Commissioner/Chief Municipal Officer

Conclusion

The MP Marriage Assistance Scheme (MPBOCWWB) is a considerate welfare program that directs and enables the construction workers and their families by providing them with financial support to wed. It does not only benefit the working class in the economic terms, but also fosters social inclusion and gender equality.

For more details and to apply online, visit the official Shram Seva Portal at https://labour.mp.gov.in.

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