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e-Shram Card — Fee, Documents, Time & How to Apply Online

ई-श्रम कार्ड · Last updated · Verified by NeedUp operators

The e-Shram card is a free registration for unorganised-sector workers — daily-wage labourers, farm workers, domestic workers, gig and platform workers, street vendors — run by the Ministry of Labour at eshram.gov.in. Registration issues a 12-digit Universal Account Number (UAN) and card instantly, and enrols the worker for benefits such as ₹2 lakh accident insurance under PMSBY and access to other welfare schemes. On NeedUp you share your Aadhaar number, Aadhaar-linked mobile (for OTP) and bank account details; the operator completes the registration in minutes and sends the card PDF in chat.

Government fee
Free
Processing time
Instant
Official portal
e-Shram (Ministry of Labour)
Where it happens
Fully online; also available at CSCs.
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Who needs a e-shram card?

Any unorganised worker aged 16–59 who is not a member of EPFO/ESIC and not an income-tax payer — construction workers, farmers and farm labour, domestic help, delivery and ride-share workers, shop assistants, artisans.

Which documents are required for e-shram card?

  • Aadhaar number
  • Mobile number linked to Aadhaar (for OTP)
  • Bank account number and IFSC
  • Occupation/skill details (no certificate needed)

How much does e-shram card cost?

Free

No government fee at any stage. NeedUp charges only its service fee.

NeedUp adds a small service charge for operator assistance; it is shown before you pay, and you pay only through the app.

How long does e-shram card take?

Instant

The UAN card is generated as soon as registration is submitted.

How to apply for e-shram card online with NeedUp

  1. 1Start an "e-Shram Card" request on NeedUp.
  2. 2Share your Aadhaar number and Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
  3. 3The operator fills your personal, occupation and bank details on the portal.
  4. 4Confirm the Aadhaar OTP sent to your phone.
  5. 5The UAN card is generated instantly and sent to you as a PDF.

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ई-श्रम कार्ड असंगठित क्षेत्र के श्रमिकों (मज़दूर, खेतिहर, घरेलू, गिग वर्कर, रेहड़ी-पटरी) के लिए निःशुल्क पंजीकरण है — eshram.gov.in पर। तुरंत 12 अंकों का UAN और कार्ड मिलता है, साथ ही ₹2 लाख दुर्घटना बीमा। आधार, आधार-लिंक मोबाइल (OTP) और बैंक विवरण बताएँ — ऑपरेटर कुछ मिनटों में पंजीकरण कर कार्ड PDF भेज देंगे।

Frequently asked questions about e-shram card

Who is eligible for an e-Shram card?

Unorganised workers aged 16–59 who are not covered by EPFO or ESIC and do not pay income tax.

What are the benefits of an e-Shram card?

₹2 lakh accidental death/disability insurance (₹1 lakh for partial disability) under PMSBY for the first year, priority in welfare schemes, and a portable worker record across states.

Is the e-Shram card free?

Yes — registration, the card and updates are all free on the government portal.

Can students or salaried employees register on e-Shram?

No. Students without work and employees covered by EPFO/ESIC are not eligible.

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