The e-Shram portal was launched in August 2021 by the Ministry of Labour and Employment. It aims to build a national database of unorganised workers, such as construction workers, domestic workers, street vendors, agricultural labourers, gig and platform workers. Registered workers get an e-Shram card with a 12 digit Universal Account Number (UAN).
Who can register
- Any unorganised worker aged 16 to 59 years.
- Must not be a member of EPFO or ESIC.
- Must not be an income tax payer.
Documents
- Aadhaar number
- Mobile number linked with Aadhaar (for OTP based self registration)
- Bank account details
How to register online
- Visit eshram.gov.in and click Register on eShram.
- Enter your Aadhaar linked mobile number and captcha.
- Verify with OTP and enter your Aadhaar number.
- Complete Aadhaar eKYC.
- Fill in personal details, occupation, skills and bank details.
- Submit and download your e-Shram card.
Workers without Aadhaar linked mobile can register at a Common Service Centre (CSC) using biometric authentication.
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Benefits
- A portable ID recognised across India.
- The portal acts as a one stop solution to access many social security and welfare schemes. The ministry has been mapping central schemes to e-Shram so workers can see which they are eligible for.
- Registered workers have been eligible for accident insurance cover under PM Suraksha Bima Yojana in the initial phase, as per the ministry.
- The data helps governments reach workers during emergencies.
Check the portal for the current list of linked schemes.
Update your details
Keep your mobile, address and bank details updated on the portal, so benefits reach you without delay.
Helpline
The national helpline number 14434 is available for help with e-Shram.
Bottom line
e-Shram registration is free and simple. If you work in the unorganised sector and are not covered by EPFO or ESIC, register to stay connected to welfare schemes.
Source / स्रोत: e-Shram portal, Ministry of Labour and Employment, Ministry of Labour and Employment
