As per ESIC circular dated 18th July 2017, the ESIC has introduced a Self-declaration Form for the Insured Woman. The ESIC had noticed some instances where the family particulars of IP/IW vary from those available in the IP portal, leading to undue benefits. In order to obviate this issue, it has been decided to obtain a self-declaration from the Insured Woman for the number of her surviving children as of the date of presenting the maternity benefit claim. If there is an inconsistency between the declaration and the particulars on the portal, then 12 weeks of maternity benefits would be paid immediately from the ESIC Branch. Remaining payment, if any, will be made to the Insured Woman within 14 days subject to verification. Thus, the Insured Woman shall now submit the self-declaration Form along with claim form No. 19 for the settlement of the Maternity Benefit Claim.
Any false statement or representation for the purpose of obtaining benefits will be punishable with imprisonment for a term that may extend to six months or with a fine of Rs. 2000/- or with both.
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Mashal Upadhyay
**Location**: Surat, India
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2Any false statement or representation for the purpose of obtaining benefits will be punishable with imprisonment for a term that may extend to six months or with a fine of Rs. 2000/- or with both.
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Mashal Upadhyay
**Location**: Surat, India
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The ESIC Circular dated 18th July 2017 introduced a Self-Declaration Form for Insured Women to address discrepancies in family particulars that may lead to undeserved benefits. To ensure accurate benefit disbursement, Insured Women must now submit this self-declaration along with claim form No. 19 when applying for Maternity Benefits under the ESI Scheme. If the information provided in the self-declaration differs from the portal data, 12 weeks of maternity benefits will be promptly paid by the ESIC Branch. Any remaining payment will be processed within 14 days post verification. It is crucial for Insured Women to truthfully declare the number of their surviving children to avoid legal repercussions, as making false statements to obtain benefits can result in imprisonment for up to six months, a fine of Rs. 2000, or both. This measure aims to streamline benefit distribution and uphold the integrity of the ESI Scheme.
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Introduction Of Self-Declaratio n Form For Insured Woman Relating To Maternity Benefit Under ESI .pdf