e-Shram Card Download: Login, Registration, Apply Online, Status Check, Benefits, Eligibility

What is an e-Shram Card?

e-Shram is a new program launched to provide a safety net for people who work in the unorganised sector (odd jobs or informal jobs without regular employers). It's like a big list of all these workers, and registering for e-Shram gives you a card that makes it easier to access benefits from the government.

These benefits can be things like money for when you retire or help with medical bills. Anyone from 16 to 59 years old who works as a day labourer or other informal jobs can sign up for e-Shram, but it's important to note that you can't already be part of other government programs for workers like EPFO or ESIC.

e-Shram Card Details

Understand the Unorganised Sector

The unorganised sector consists of jobs where there are small businesses with less than 10 people. These jobs often don't have the same benefits as bigger companies. Examples of unorganised workers include people who work from home, are self-employed or do day labour. The important thing is that they don't get benefits like health insurance (ESIC) or retirement savings (EPFO) that some other jobs might offer.

e-Shram Card Benefits

• After the age of 60, the members registered with the e-Shram portal will get a monthly pension of INR 3000.
• A death insurance of INR 2,00,000 will be provided.
• In case of partial handicap, the worker will receive financial aid of INR 1,00,000.
• In case of death the holder of the card, the spouse will be eligible to get the benefits.
• During natural calamities or pandemic-like situations, the data will be used by the government to provide necessary aid to the registered workers.
• A 12-digit UAN number will be provided to all the registered workers, which is valid throughout the country.

e-Shram Card Eligibility

• Age: You must be between 16 and 59 years old.
• Occupation: You must be an unorganised worker. This means you work in the informal sector and are not covered by benefits like the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), or National Pension System (NPS).
• Aadhaar: You must have a valid Aadhaar card linked to your mobile number.
• Income: There is no income criteria for registering for an e-Shram card. However, you shouldn't be an income tax payee.

What are the documents required for an e-Shram Card?

Sure, here are the documents typically required for an e-Shram Card:

• Aadhaar card
• Bank account details
• Mobile number
• Mobile number linked with Aadhaar card
• Valid identification proof (such as PAN card, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving License)
• Address proof (such as Aadhaar card, Passport, Voter ID, or Utility bills)
• Passport size photograph
• Details of the employment sector (e.g., construction worker, domestic worker, etc.)

How to Apply for an e-Shram Card Online?

• Go to the e-Shram portal: [register.eshram.gov.in]
• Enter your mobile number linked to your Aadhaar and the code shown on the screen.
• You'll get a verification code on your phone. Enter it.
• The website will fill in some details based on your Aadhaar. Check them and add anything missing, like address, skills, and work type.
• You might need to upload a photo and bank details (optional).
• Review everything and submit. You'll get another code for final confirmation.
• If successful, your e-Shram Card will be created electronically.

Steps to Download e-Shram Card

To download your e-Shram Card, you'll need to have already registered and possess your UAN (Universal Account Number) which is generated during registration. Here's how to download it:

1. Visit the e-Shram portal: [eshram.gov.in]

2. Click on the "Already Registered" tab.

3. Select the option "Update/download UAN card".

4. Enter your UAN number, date of birth, and the captcha code displayed.

5. Click on "Generate OTP" to receive a one-time password on your registered mobile number.

6. Enter the received OTP and click "Validate".

7. The portal will display your e-Shram Card details for review.

8. You can then choose "Preview" to double-check the information.

9. If everything looks correct, click "Download" to save your e-Shram Card as a soft copy.

e-Shram Card Status Check: How to See Balance in e-Shram Card?

• Go to the e-Shram website.
• Find the button that says "E-Aadhaar Card Beneficiary Status Check".
• Type your e-Shram card number, UAN number, or Aadhaar card number in the box.
• Click "Submit" and the website will show you if any money from the e-Shram program has been deposited into your bank account.

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