CentralMinistry of Rural Development
Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA)
Legal guarantee of 100 days of wage employment per year for rural households.
Employment & JobsSocial Welfare
eShram – National Database for Unorganised Workers
Free registration of unorganised workers to link them with welfare schemes and a UAN card.
eShram – National Database for Unorganised Workers eligibility, benefits, and the application process are summarised below to help you decide whether this central government scheme from Ministry of Labour & Employment suits your needs. You are generally eligible if you are applicants aged 16–59 years. Key benefits include Free eShram card with a unique Universal Account Number (UAN), Easier linkage to labour/welfare schemes and accident insurance and portability of identity across states for migrant workers. To apply for eShram – National Database for Unorganised Workers, register for free on the official eShram portal or at a Common Service Centre with Aadhaar and bank details. No fee is charged for registration.
Open official source ↗Ministry of Labour & Employment
About the scheme
eShram is a centralised database of unorganised workers (construction, migrant, gig, and platform workers, among others). Registration issues a unique eShram card (UAN) that helps workers access social-security and welfare schemes.
Launched: 2021
Benefits
- Free eShram card with a unique Universal Account Number (UAN)
- Easier linkage to labour/welfare schemes and accident insurance
- Portability of identity across states for migrant workers
How to apply
Register for free on the official eShram portal or at a Common Service Centre with Aadhaar and bank details. No fee is charged for registration.
Apply / read on official site ↗FAQ — eligibility, benefits & apply
What is the eligibility for eShram – National Database for Unorganised Workers?
Eligibility for eShram – National Database for Unorganised Workers broadly covers applicants aged 16–59 years. It is a central government scheme administered by Ministry of Labour & Employment.
What are the benefits of eShram – National Database for Unorganised Workers?
eShram – National Database for Unorganised Workers provides the following benefits: Free eShram card with a unique Universal Account Number (UAN); Easier linkage to labour/welfare schemes and accident insurance; Portability of identity across states for migrant workers.
How do I apply for eShram – National Database for Unorganised Workers?
To apply for eShram – National Database for Unorganised Workers, register for free on the official eShram portal or at a Common Service Centre with Aadhaar and bank details. No fee is charged for registration. Submit your application only through the official source linked on this page.
What documents are required for eShram – National Database for Unorganised Workers?
Required documents vary by scheme and are listed on the official source. Commonly needed: Aadhaar, bank passbook, income or caste certificate, ration card, and (for farmer schemes) land records. Confirm the exact list on the official portal linked on this page.
How do I check my eShram – National Database for Unorganised Workers application or status?
Status and applications are handled on the official government portal, not here. Open the official source linked on this page and use its tracking or beneficiary-search tool. SchemeKendra is informational and does not process applications.
Who is NOT eligible for eShram – National Database for Unorganised Workers?
Eligibility exclusions depend on the scheme's criteria (income, age, occupation, social category, state). Review the eligibility-at-a-glance panel and the official guidelines linked here to confirm whether you qualify.
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