Labour Card Apply Online: State-Wise E-Shram Process

What is Labour Card (E-Shram Card)?

The E-Shram card is a national identity card for unorganized workers in India, issued by the Ministry of Labour and Employment through the eshram.gov.in portal. It provides a Universal Account Number (UAN) — a 12-digit unique number for each worker.

The E-Shram card entitles unorganized workers to:

• ₹2 lakh accidental insurance (death) and ₹1 lakh (partial disability) under PMSBY
• Access to government welfare schemes
• Social security benefits tracking
• Future portability of benefits across states

Note: The E-Shram UAN is different from the EPF UAN. E-Shram is for unorganized sector workers not covered under EPFO/ESIC.

Who is Eligible?

• Unorganized workers aged 16-59 years
• Workers not registered under EPFO or ESIC
• Must have Aadhaar card with linked mobile number
• Must have a bank account

Types of Workers Covered

• Construction workers, street vendors, domestic workers
• Agricultural labourers, fishermen, MGNREGA workers
• Auto/taxi/truck drivers, rickshaw pullers
• Gig and platform workers (delivery, ride-hailing)
• Home-based workers, self-employed workers
• Migrant workers, beedi workers, leather workers
• Any worker in the unorganized sector

Documents Required

• Aadhaar card with active mobile number linked
• Bank account with IFSC code (or bank passbook)
• Mobile number linked to Aadhaar (for OTP verification)

That's it. No other documents are needed. The process is Aadhaar-based and entirely paperless.

Step-by-Step Process (Online — Self-Registration)

Step 1: Visit E-Shram Portal

1. Go to register.eshram.gov.in
2. Click "Self Registration"

Step 2: Enter Aadhaar Details

1. Enter your Aadhaar number
2. Enter the CAPTCHA code
3. Click "Send OTP" — OTP goes to your Aadhaar-linked mobile
4. Enter the OTP and verify

Step 3: Aadhaar Verification

1. Your details (name, date of birth, gender, address) are auto-fetched from Aadhaar
2. Verify the details are correct
3. Click "Continue"

Step 4: Fill Personal Details

1. Enter father's/husband's name
2. Select marital status, education level, social category (SC/ST/OBC/General)
3. Enter mobile number and email (optional)

Step 5: Fill Occupation Details

1. Select your primary occupation from the list (e.g., construction worker, domestic worker, street vendor)
2. Enter monthly income range
3. Provide skill/trade details
4. Enter nominee details (for insurance benefit)

Step 6: Enter Bank Details

1. Enter bank account number and IFSC code
2. Or select from the list of banks

Step 7: Submit and Get UAN

1. Review all details
2. Click "Submit" and confirm
3. Your E-Shram UAN card is generated instantly
4. Download the card as PDF — it contains your 12-digit UAN, photo (from Aadhaar), and QR code

Registration Through CSC (Common Service Centre)

If you can't register online yourself:

1. Visit your nearest CSC (Common Service Centre) — find one at locator.csccloud.in
2. Carry your Aadhaar card and bank passbook
3. The CSC operator will register you on the E-Shram portal
4. Biometric authentication (fingerprint) is used at CSC instead of OTP
5. Registration fee at CSC: ₹20 (nominal service charge)
6. Your E-Shram card is printed on the spot or sent via SMS

State-Wise Labour Card (Additional)

Many states also issue their own state labour cards (also called shramik card or building worker card) with additional benefits:

Note: State labour cards are separate from E-Shram. You can have both. State cards often require additional documents like employer certificate or work-site photos.

Fees

Benefits of E-Shram Card

Processing Time

Important Tips

1. Aadhaar mobile linking is mandatory — if your mobile isn't linked to Aadhaar, visit the nearest Aadhaar centre first. See our Aadhaar guide
2. One person, one card — duplicate registrations are rejected via Aadhaar deduplication
3. Update details if needed — log in to eshram.gov.in with your UAN to update bank account or occupation
4. Insurance is auto-renewed — the PMSBY accident insurance is renewed annually by the government; no action needed from you
5. Not for organized sector — if you're already registered under EPFO or ESIC, you're not eligible for E-Shram

FAQs

Q1: Is E-Shram card the same as labour card?

Broadly yes. E-Shram is the central government's national labour card for unorganized workers. State governments also issue their own labour cards with additional state-specific benefits. You can hold both.

Q2: What if I don't have a smartphone for registration?

Visit your nearest CSC (Common Service Centre). The operator will register you using biometric (fingerprint) authentication. You'll receive a printed card.

Q3: Can EPFO/ESIC members get an E-Shram card?

No. If you're currently registered under EPFO or ESIC, you're considered an organized sector worker and not eligible for E-Shram registration.

Q4: Is there any monthly premium for the insurance benefit?

No. The ₹2 lakh accidental insurance under PMSBY is fully funded by the government. There's no premium for E-Shram cardholders.

Q5: Can I use E-Shram card as ID proof?

The E-Shram card is not officially listed as identity proof for most government services. It's primarily a welfare registration card. Use Aadhaar or PAN for ID purposes.

Q6: How do I check my E-Shram registration status?

Visit eshram.gov.in, click "Already Registered", enter your Aadhaar or UAN, verify via OTP, and view/download your card.

Q7: Can migrant workers from other states register?

Yes. E-Shram is a national portal. Workers can register regardless of their home state. The card is valid across India, enabling portability of benefits.

This guide is for informational purposes only. CitizenNest is not affiliated with the Government of India. Always verify details on the official E-Shram portal.