What is Samajik Suraksha Yojana?

Samajik Suraksha Yojana (SSY) is a West Bengal social security scheme that provides insurance coverage and pension benefits to unorganised sector workers including construction workers, rickshaw pullers, and daily wage earners.

Who is eligible for Samajik Suraksha Yojana?

Unorganised sector workers between 18–60 years of age who are residents of West Bengal and registered with the respective welfare boards under the Labour Department are eligible.

What benefits are provided under Samajik Suraksha Yojana?

The scheme provides accidental death insurance of up to ₹2 lakh, disability benefits, pension support after age 60, and various welfare grants for registered workers.

How to register under Samajik Suraksha Yojana?

Workers can register through Duare Sarkar camps, the Bengal Unorganised Sector Workers' Welfare Board, or the district Labour Office by submitting proof of occupation, identity, and age.

What is the contribution required for SSY?

The scheme involves a nominal annual contribution from the worker, with the state government subsidising a significant portion of the premium to make it affordable for unorganised sector workers.

How to claim death or disability benefit under Samajik Suraksha Yojana?

The nominee or worker should file a claim at the district Labour Office with the death/disability certificate, registration ID, bank details, and FIR copy (in case of accident) within the stipulated period.

West Bengal Government Scheme – Labour & Social Security

Samajik Suraksha Yojana – Social Protection for Unorganised Workers – সামাজিক সুরক্ষা যোজনা

Pension, insurance and welfare for unorganised sector workers in West Bengal | 2026

Updated 2026 – Pension amount revised; new categories added

️ Unorganised Workers Pension Benefit DBT Transfer ️ Construction Workers

About Samajik Suraksha Yojana

Samajik Suraksha Yojana (সামাজিক সুরক্ষা যোজনা) is an umbrella welfare scheme by the Government of West Bengal providing social security, pension, insurance, and financial assistance to workers in the unorganised sector. This includes construction workers, agricultural labourers, domestic workers, street vendors, transport workers, and others. The scheme ensures that those without formal employment contracts get a social safety net for old age, disability, and other contingencies.

₹750

Monthly pension for registered workers (age 60+)

₹2L

Death/disability benefit for registered workers

₹25,000

Natural calamity assistance for workers

DBT

All benefits transferred directly to bank account

Benefits & Features

Monthly pension of ₹750 for workers aged 60 and above
Death and disability benefit of up to ₹2 lakh
Maternity benefit for female workers
Education assistance for workers’ children
Natural calamity relief and hospitalization benefit
Accidental death compensation for registered workers

⚠️ Registration: Workers must register through their respective Board (Construction Workers Board, Transport Workers Board, etc.) or through the District Labour Office. Registration is mandatory to avail benefits.

How to Apply – 2026

Visit the District Labour Office or respective Welfare Board office

Obtain and fill in the registration form for Samajik Suraksha Yojana

Submit with required documents for identity and occupation verification

Pay the nominal registration fee (if applicable) and get your registration card

Benefits are activated after verification and credited to your bank account

Aadhaar Card Proof of Occupation (employer certificate or self-declaration) Bank Passbook Copy Passport Photo Age Proof / Birth Certificate

Official Portal & Status Check

Official Portalwblabour.gov.in

Step 1Visit the official portal listed above

Step 2Enter your application/registration ID or Aadhaar

Step 3Check application and payment/benefit status online

Samajik Suraksha Yojana provides a vital safety net for West Bengal’s vast unorganised workforce. By offering pension, insurance, and welfare benefits, the scheme acknowledges the contributions of informal sector workers and ensures they are not left behind in old age or times of crisis.

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