e-Shram Card Benefits 2026 (ई-श्रम कार्ड लाभ)

Published: Oct 30, 2026 | By: Rahul
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Unorganised Workers Identity Card (असंगठित कामगार पहचान पत्र)

e-Shram Card Benefits 2026 (ई-श्रम कार्ड लाभ) – Rs 2 Lakh Insurance (₹2 लाख बीमा), Registration (पंजीकरण), Update (अपडेट), UAN Number (यूएएन नंबर)

e-Shram Card 2026 (ई-श्रम कार्ड 2026) – Rs 2 lakh accidental insurance for unorganised workers (असंगठित कामगारों को ₹2 लाख दुर्घटना बीमा) – digital identity card (डिजिटल पहचान पत्र) – UAN number for all schemes (सभी योजनाओं के लिए यूएएन नंबर) – free registration (मुफ्त पंजीकरण) – complete guide in English + Hindi

योजना के मुख्य बिंदु (Quick Overview & Facts)

e-Shram Card highlights in one view:

2L

Rs 2 Lakh

Accidental Insurance (दुर्घटना बीमा) – death and disability

FREE

Free

Registration (पंजीकरण) – no fee at all

UAN

UAN Number

12-Digit (12 अंकों का) – unique lifetime number

16-59

Age 16-59

Eligible Age (पात्र आयु) – unorganised workers

Objective (उद्देश्य): Social Security for Unorganised Workers (असंगठित कामगारों की सामाजिक सुरक्षा) Provide digital identity and social security benefits to 38 crore unorganised workers – accidental insurance cover – access to government schemes – pension and health benefits – skill development opportunities – inter-state portability of benefits
Open Official Portal (आधिकारिक पोर्टल खोलें) →
Official Portal (आधिकारिक पोर्टल)

e-Shram Portal (ई-श्रम पोर्टल)

eshram.gov.in – registration, update, card download, UAN status, benefits, and grievance redressal

Open Portal (पोर्टल खोलें)
Register (पंजीकरण)

New Registration (नया पंजीकरण)

Register for e-Shram card – enter Aadhaar-linked mobile number – verify OTP – fill details – get UAN number instantly

Register Now (अभी पंजीकरण करें)
Update Card (कार्ड अपडेट)

Update Details (विवरण अपडेट करें)

Update bank account, occupation, address, or any other details on your e-Shram card using UAN and Aadhaar

Update Now (अभी अपडेट करें)

How To Register (पंजीकरण कैसे करें) – 6 Easy Steps

Register for e-Shram card online – it is completely free:

Open e-Shram Portal (ई-श्रम पोर्टल खोलें)

Go to eshram.gov.in – click on Register on e-Shram – new page will open – keep your Aadhaar card and linked mobile number ready

then move ahead ↓

Enter Mobile Number (मोबाइल नंबर दर्ज करें)

Enter your Aadhaar-linked mobile number – click on Send OTP – enter the OTP received on your mobile – verify the number

then move ahead ↓

Enter Aadhaar Number (आधार नंबर दर्ज करें)

Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number – system will auto-fetch your name, date of birth, gender, and address from Aadhaar database – verify the details

then move ahead ↓

Fill Personal Details (व्यक्तिगत विवरण भरें)

Enter your occupation, skills, educational qualification, family details, bank account number, and IFSC code – double check all entries before proceeding

then move ahead ↓

Review and Submit (समीक्षा करें और जमा करें)

Check all details carefully – correct any errors – click on Submit – your e-Shram card with UAN number will be generated instantly – save the UAN number

then move ahead ↓

Download Card (कार्ड डाउनलोड करें)

Download your e-Shram card from the portal – save it on your phone – take printout for your records – card is also sent to your mobile via SMS – keep UAN safe

Important (महत्वपूर्ण): e-Shram registration is completely free – government does not charge any fee – CSC centres also register for free – never pay any agent or middleman – anyone demanding money is running a scam.

पात्रता मापदंड व जरूरी नियम (Eligibility Criteria)

Read every condition carefully before registering:

Unorganised Workers (असंगठित कामगार)

Workers in the unorganised sector are eligible – street vendors, domestic workers, construction workers, agricultural labourers, gig workers, auto drivers, daily wage workers – anyone not in formal employment

Age Limit 16-59 Years (आयु सीमा 16-59 वर्ष)

Workers aged 16 to 59 years are eligible – not a government employee or pensioner – not in organized sector with PF/ESIC benefits – must be working in unorganised sector

Aadhaar Card Mandatory (आधार कार्ड अनिवार्य)

Valid Aadhaar card is mandatory for registration – Aadhaar-linked mobile number required for OTP verification – without Aadhaar, registration cannot be completed

Bank Account Linked (बैंक खाता जुड़ा हुआ)

Bank account number and IFSC code required – for direct benefit transfer of insurance and other scheme benefits – account can be in any bank – Jan Dhan account also works

Gig Workers Eligible (गिग वर्कर्स पात्र)

Platform and gig workers like Ola, Uber, Zomato, Swiggy, Urban Company workers are eligible – they are classified as unorganised workers – get full e-Shram benefits

Domestic Workers Eligible (घरेलू कामगार पात्र)

Housemaids, cooks, cleaners, nannies, and other domestic workers are eligible – most common beneficiaries of e-Shram card – register and get insurance cover

Street Vendors Eligible (स्ट्रीट वेंडर्स पात्र)

Street vendors, hawkers, cart vendors, roadside shopkeepers are eligible – PM SVANidhi beneficiaries should also register for e-Shram – double benefit of both schemes

Not Eligible – Organized Sector (अपात्र – संगठित क्षेत्र)

Government employees, PF/ESIC members, pensioners, income tax payers, and organized sector formal employees are NOT eligible – e-Shram is only for unorganised workers

Not Eligible – Below 16 Years (अपात्र – 16 वर्ष से कम)

Persons below 16 years of age are not eligible – minimum age is 16 years – age proof from Aadhaar will be verified – no exceptions for minors

Not Eligible – Senior Citizens Above 59 (अपात्र – 59 वर्ष से अधिक)

Persons above 59 years are not eligible for e-Shram – they may be eligible for other senior citizen schemes – check NSAP and other pension schemes for elderly

आवेदन हेतु जरूरी दस्तावेज़ (Required Documents)

Keep these 4 things ready for registration:

  • 01 Aadhaar Card (आधार कार्ड) – 12-digit number – identity and address proof – mandatory
  • 02 Aadhaar-Linked Mobile Number (आधार-लिंक्ड मोबाइल नंबर) – for OTP verification – must be active
  • 03 Bank Account Number (बैंक खाता संख्या) – for direct benefit transfer – any bank account works
  • 04 IFSC Code (आईएफएससी कोड) – bank branch identification – found on cheque book or passbook
No Income Certificate Needed (आय प्रमाणपत्र की जरूरत नहीं) e-Shram registration does not require income certificate, residence proof, or caste certificate – only Aadhaar and bank details are enough – this makes registration very simple and accessible for all unorganised workers

Benefits of e-Shram Card (ई-श्रम कार्ड के लाभ)

What you get with e-Shram card:

2L

Rs 2 Lakh Insurance

Accidental Cover (दुर्घटना कवर) – death and permanent disability

1L

Rs 1 Lakh

Partial Disability (आंशिक विकलांगता) – accidental injury cover

UAN

UAN Number

Lifetime ID (आजीवन पहचान) – for all government schemes

GOV

Scheme Benefits

Priority Access (प्राथमिकता) – all welfare schemes for workers

Additional Benefits (अतिरिक्त लाभ) Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana enrollment – pension under PM-SYM and PM-KMY – health insurance under Ayushman Bharat – MNREGA priority – skill development programs – housing scheme benefits – inter-state portability of social security benefits – free treatment at government hospitals

आवेदन करते समय इन गलतियों से बचें (Common Mistakes)

Avoid these 4 mistakes:

काम की बातें व महत्वपूर्ण सलाह (Expert Tips)

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल (FAQs)

Official answers from scheme portal – short and clear:

What is e-Shram Card? (ई-श्रम कार्ड क्या है?)

A digital identity card for unorganised workers – provides Rs 2 lakh accidental insurance – gives UAN number for accessing government schemes – completely free to register – valid across India.

How much insurance do I get? (मुझे कितना बीमा मिलता है?)

Rs 2 lakh for accidental death or permanent total disability – Rs 1 lakh for partial disability – covered under Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana – premium paid by government.

Who is eligible? (कौन पात्र है?)

Unorganised workers aged 16-59 years – street vendors, domestic workers, construction workers, agricultural labourers, gig workers – not government employee or PF/ESIC member – not income tax payer.

Is it free to register? (क्या पंजीकरण मुफ्त है?)

Yes – completely free – no fee at government portal or CSC centres – government does not charge anything – never pay any agent – registration is free for everyone.

What documents are needed? (कौन से दस्तावेज चाहिए?)

Aadhaar card, Aadhaar-linked mobile number, bank account number, and IFSC code – only 4 things needed – no income certificate, no residence proof required.

Where to register? (कहां पंजीकरण करें?)

Online at eshram.gov.in – or at nearest CSC centre – both are free – online requires Aadhaar-linked mobile – CSC centres help those without internet access.

What is UAN number? (यूएएन नंबर क्या है?)

Universal Account Number – 12-digit unique number – lifetime valid – given to every e-Shram registrant – needed for updates, claims, and scheme enrollment – keep it safe.

How to update e-Shram card? (ई-श्रम कार्ड कैसे अपडेट करें?)

Go to eshram.gov.in – click Update – enter UAN and authenticate with Aadhaar – update bank account, occupation, address – changes take effect immediately.

Can I register without Aadhaar-linked mobile? (क्या आधार-लिंक्ड मोबाइल के बिना पंजीकरण हो सकता है?)

No – Aadhaar-linked mobile is mandatory for OTP verification – visit nearest Aadhaar centre to link mobile first – then register for e-Shram – this is required step.

What if I already registered? (अगर मैं पहले से पंजीकृत हूं तो?)

Check your UAN on eshram.gov.in – use Update feature to change details – do not try to register again – duplicate registration will show error – use existing UAN.

What is the helpline number? (हेल्पलाइन नंबर क्या है?)

Toll Free: 14434. Website: eshram.gov.in. CSC centre for in-person help. e-Shram helpline for registration assistance and grievance.

What is new in e-Shram 2026? (ई-श्रम 2026 में क्या नया है?)

Faster portal with mobile app – real-time insurance claim tracking – social security benefits integration – inter-state portability – enhanced grievance redressal within 15 days – new categories of workers added.

Workers Covered Under e-Shram (ई-श्रम के तहत शामिल कामगार)

Types of workers who should register for e-Shram card:

Street

Street Vendors

स्ट्रीट वेंडर्स – hawkers, cart vendors, roadside shops – PM SVANidhi beneficiaries also eligible

Domestic

Domestic Workers

घरेलू कामगार – maids, cooks, nannies, cleaners – most common e-Shram beneficiaries

Gig

Gig Workers

गिग वर्कर्स – Ola, Uber, Zomato, Swiggy, Urban Company workers – platform workers

Agri

Agricultural Workers

कृषि मजदूर – landless labourers, farm helpers, daily wage agriculture workers

More Workers Covered (अधिक कामगार शामिल) Construction workers, mine workers, brick kiln workers, ragpickers, sanitation workers, security guards (सुरक्षा गार्ड), packaging workers, warehouse workers, load unloaders, and any other unorganised sector worker – if you work without formal employment benefits, you are eligible for e-Shram

योजना का निष्कर्ष व मुख्य सार (Key Summary)

ई-श्रम कार्ड असंगठित कामगारों का डिजिटल पहचान पत्र है जिसमें ₹2 लाख तक दुर्घटना बीमा मिलता है। 16-59 वर्ष के असंगठित कामगार पात्र हैं – स्ट्रीट वेंडर, घरेलू कामगार, निर्माण मजदूर, कृषि मजदूर, गिग वर्कर्स। पंजीकरण मुफ्त है – eshram.gov.in पर ऑनलाइन या CSC सेंटर पर। आधार कार्ड और आधार-लिंक्ड मोबाइल नंबर चाहिए। बैंक खाता और IFSC कोड भी दें। UAN नंबर मिलता है जो आजीवन वैध है। हेल्पलाइन: 14434।
Suraksha: PM Setu par kabhi Aadhaar, OTP, bank details ya password na dein. Samvedansheel jankari keval verified sarkari (.gov.in) website par hi darj karein. Ye page keval margdarshan ke liye hai.

e-Shram Card Benefits 2026 (ई-श्रम कार्ड लाभ) — PM Setu par kaise padhein (2026)

PM Setu ki is updated jankari me e-Shram Card Benefits 2026 (ई-श्रम कार्ड लाभ) se judi poori jankari — naye 2026 updates, antim tithi aur sahayata rashi ko latest jankari ke sath diya hai taaki Gramin aur Shahari dono labharthi aasani se samajh sakein.

PM Setu note (central-yojana): PM Setu salah: aavedan se pehle e-Shram Card Benefits 2026 (ई-श्रम कार्ड लाभ) ki yogyata aur dastavej official notification se milayein, phir neeche diye sambandhit pages se agla kadam chunein. Aavedan muft hai — kisi agent ko OTP/bank details na dein.

Rahul
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