Step 2:<\/strong> On Homepage, click on ‘Register on eShram’.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 3:<\/strong> Then enter your Aadhaar-linked mobile number and the CAPTCHA code shown, and click ‘Send OTP’.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 4:<\/strong> Confirm that you are not a member of EPFO, ESIC, or a government-funded NPS scheme (select ‘No’ for both, if applicable).<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 5:<\/strong> Enter the OTP received on your mobile number to proceed to Aadhaar e-KYC.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 6:<\/strong> Enter your Aadhaar number and complete e-KYC using the OTP method. Your name, date of birth, gender, and address will be fetched automatically from Aadhaar.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 7: Fill in the remaining details across sections: personal information, current and permanent addresses, educational qualification, occupation (primary and, if applicable, secondary occupation using the NCO code), bank account number with IFSC code, and nominee details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 8:<\/strong> Review all the entered information on the preview page and correct any errors, especially in your name and bank details.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 9:<\/strong> Submit the form. Your 12-digit UAN is generated instantly, and your e-Shram card is available to download immediately as a PDF.<\/p>\n\n\n\nNote:<\/strong> If you cannot find your exact occupation in the list, you can search using the NCO (National Classification of Occupation) code system, which is explained further below.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow to Register Through CSC (Offline Method)?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n Workers who do not have an Aadhaar-linked mobile number, or who are not comfortable registering online, can visit their nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) or State Seva Kendra (SSK).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At the CSC, registration is completed using Aadhaar biometric authentication (fingerprint or iris scan) instead of an OTP. You can locate your nearest CSC using the official CSC locator tool linked on the e-Shram portal. No documents are required to be submitted at the CSC; you only need to provide your Aadhaar number and mobile number verbally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What Is UAN and the e-Shram Card?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n UAN stands for Universal Account Number. It is a permanent 12-digit number assigned to every worker after successful registration on e-Shram. Once issued, the UAN never changes, and it does not need to be renewed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The e-Shram card is the physical or digital proof of this registration. Some points worth knowing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nThe e-Shram card has no expiry date; it is valid for a lifetime.<\/li>\n\n\n\n There is no renewal process for the UAN or the card itself. However, workers are advised to keep their profile details, such as occupation and address, updated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n During registration, your photo on the card is taken directly from Aadhaar. You cannot upload a separate photo. If you update your photo in Aadhaar, it will reflect on e-Shram only after you complete Aadhaar re-e-KYC on the portal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n If you move from the unorganised sector to a job covered by EPFO\/ESIC, you become entitled only to the benefits applicable to organised sector workers going forward.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nHow to Check e-Shram Card Status and Download UAN Card?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n If you have already registered and want to check your status, download your card again, or update your profile, follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 1:<\/strong> Visit eshram.gov.in and click on ‘Already Registered? Update’.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 2:<\/strong> Now log in using your UAN, Aadhaar number, or registered mobile number, along with an OTP sent to your phone.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 3:<\/strong> Once logged in, you can view your profile, download or print your e-Shram card, or edit details such as address, occupation, or bank information.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 4:<\/strong> After making any changes, click ‘Save’ or ‘Update’ to confirm. Some changes may need OTP verification again.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 5:<\/strong> If you forget your UAN, it will be displayed on the screen once you complete OTP login with your registered mobile number.<\/p>\n\n\n\nBenefits of e-Shram Card<\/h2>\n\n\n\n Registration on e-Shram itself does not automatically transfer cash into your account. What it does is create your verified identity as an unorganised worker, which the government and its departments use to check eligibility and deliver benefits under various welfare schemes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The e-Shram portal lists the following schemes under its Social Security Welfare Schemes section:<\/p>\n\n\n\nScheme<\/strong><\/td>Who It Is For<\/strong><\/td>Key Benefit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>PM-SYM (Shram Yogi Maan-Dhan)<\/td> Unorganised workers, age 18-40, monthly income below Rs.15,000<\/td> Voluntary pension scheme; Rs.3,000 monthly pension after age 60; contribution matched equally by the Central Government<\/td><\/tr> PMJJBY (Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana)<\/td> Age 18-50, with a savings\/Jan Dhan account<\/td> Rs.2 lakh life cover on death due to any cause; premium of Rs.436 per year, auto-debited<\/td><\/tr> PMSBY (Suraksha Bima Yojana)<\/td> Age 18-70, with a savings\/Jan Dhan account<\/td> Rs.2 lakh for accidental death or full disability, Rs.1 lakh for partial disability; premium of Rs.20 per year<\/td><\/tr> Atal Pension Yojana (APY)<\/td> Age 18-40, bank account linked with Aadhaar<\/td> Guaranteed monthly pension of Rs.1,000 to Rs.5,000 after age 60, based on contribution<\/td><\/tr> Ayushman Bharat – PM-JAY<\/td> Eligible families as per scheme criteria<\/td> Health cover of Rs.5 lakh per family per year for hospitalisation<\/td><\/tr> Public Distribution System (PDS\/ONORC)<\/td> Below poverty line and eligible families<\/td> Monthly foodgrain quota; portable across states for migrant workers under ONORC<\/td><\/tr> PMAY-Gramin<\/td> Eligible rural families without a pucca house<\/td> Housing assistance of Rs.1.2 lakh (plain areas) or Rs.1.3 lakh (hilly areas)<\/td><\/tr> National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP)<\/td> Elderly with little or no regular income<\/td> Monthly pension of Rs.1,000 to Rs.3,000, depending on state contribution<\/td><\/tr> PM Kisan Maandhan Yojana<\/td> Small and marginal farmers, age 18-40<\/td> Assured monthly pension of Rs.3,000 after age 60<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\nNote:<\/strong> Enrolment in schemes such as PMSBY and PMJJBY is done through your bank account or the Jansuraksha portal, and eligibility, premium amounts, and renewal rules are set by the respective scheme guidelines.<\/p>\n\n\n\ne-Shram registration helps establish your identity as an unorganised worker for such schemes but does not replace the separate enrolment process for each one. Always confirm current premium and benefit amounts on the official jansuraksha.gov.in portal, as scheme terms can be revised by the government from time to time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Difference Between e-Shram Card vs Labour Card (BOCW Card)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n Many workers, especially in construction, get confused between the e-Shram card and the state Labour Card (also called the BOCW card). These two cards are different:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\ne-Shram card is issued by the Central Government (Ministry of Labour & Employment) and covers workers across all unorganised sector occupations, not just construction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n Labour card (BOCW – Building and Other Construction Workers card) is issued by individual State Labour Departments\/Welfare Boards and is meant only for registered construction workers in that state.<\/li>\n\n\n\n A construction worker can, and generally should, hold both cards, since each connects to a different set of welfare benefits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\ne-Shram Helpline and Grievance Redressal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n If you face any issue with registration, login, or your profile, you can reach the official e-Shram support channels:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nNational Helpdesk Number:<\/strong> 14434 or 1800-889-6811<\/li>\n\n\n\nHelpdesk Timing:<\/strong> 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, daily, including Sundays<\/li>\n\n\n\nGrievance Portal: <\/strong>gms.eshram.gov.in, for lodging and tracking formal complaints<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nIf you are unable to connect to the helpline due to high call volume, the official portal advises trying again after some time, or filing your grievance directly on the online grievance portal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n Overall, an e-shram is more than a card. It is an important step towards providing social security and recognition to millions of unorganised workers across India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After registration on the e-Shram portal, workers get a UAN (Universal Account Number)<\/strong> and become part of a national database that helps the government deliver welfare schemes more effectively. The registration process is free, simple, and available online. All you need is just an <\/strong>Aadhaar card and a mobile number linked to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHaving an e-Shram Card does not guarantee you direct financial assistance. But it acts as an important gateway to various government schemes such as accident insurance, pension, health benefits, and other social security programmes for eligible workers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You have to always keep your personal details like bank account, occupation, and mobile number updated on the e-Shram portal to receive payment on time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you face any issues during registration or while downloading your UAN card, use the official e-Shram helpline or visit the nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) for assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read On – Saral Haryana Portal<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Q1. Is e-Shram registration free?<\/h3>\n\n\n
Ans. Yes. Registration on e-Shram is completely free, whether done online or through a Common Service Centre. Workers are not required to pay any fee to any registering entity.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Ans. No. The e-Shram card and the UAN do not have an expiry date and do not need renewal. However, you should keep your profile details updated.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Q3. Are there any income or education criteria to register on e shram portal?<\/h3>\n\n\n
Ans. There is no income limit and no educational qualification required. The only condition is that the applicant should not be an income tax payee and should not be a member of EPFO, ESIC, or a government-funded NPS scheme.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Q4.Can a 16-year-old register on e-Shram?<\/h3>\n\n\n
Ans. Yes, workers aged 16 to 59 years are eligible, provided they meet the other registration conditions for unorganised workers.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Ans. Yes. Agricultural labourers and landless farmers are eligible to register on e-Shram as unorganised workers.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Ans. If you move to a job covered under EPFO or ESIC, you become entitled only to the benefits meant for organised sector workers from that point forward.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Ans. Yes. As stated in the official FAQs, the data provided is validated periodically against EPFO, ESIC, and Income Tax department records.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Q8. Can I update my mobile number on e-Shram?<\/h3>\n\n\n
Ans. Yes. You can log in through ‘Update profile using Aadhaar’ and update your mobile number if it is linked to Aadhaar. If your Aadhaar-linked mobile number is unavailable, you can visit the nearest CSC or SSK to update it.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Ans. No, there is no last date. Registration is open 24×7 with no deadline.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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