e-Shram Portal (eshram.gov.in) Guide 2026: Registration, UAN Card Download, Eligibility, Benefits and Gig Workers
e-Shram, the national database of unorganised workers, has 31.89 crore registrations. Who can register, documents, registration steps, card download and update, linked schemes, labour codes for gig workers and helpline 14434.
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e-Shram (eshram.gov.in) is the Ministry of Labour and Employment's national database of unorganised workers, such as farm workers, domestic workers, construction labourers, street vendors, and gig and platform workers. Every registered worker gets a 12-digit Universal Account Number (UAN) and an e-Shram card, which helps them access social security and welfare schemes.
The portal was launched on 26 August 2021 and completed five years in August 2026. According to PIB, it had 31.89 crore registrations as of 18 August 2026, including about 11.5 lakh platform workers. Women make up 54.28% of registered workers.
e-Shram Portal at a Glance
| Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Website | eshram.gov.in |
| Ministry | Ministry of Labour and Employment |
| Launched | 26 August 2021 |
| One-Stop Solution | Became a unified service delivery platform on 21 October 2024 |
| Registrations | 31.89 crore (18 August 2026) |
| Platform workers | About 11.5 lakh |
| Women workers | 54.28% |
| Schemes integrated | 15 central schemes |
| Languages | 22 (through Bhashini) |
| Registration fee | Free |
| Helpline | 14434 / 1800-889-6811 (9 AM to 6 PM, all days including Sundays) |
Who Can Register on e-Shram?
- Any unorganised worker, including home-based and self-employed workers, and gig and platform workers.
- Aged 16 years and above (as per PIB, August 2026).
- Should not be an income tax payer.
- Should not be a member of EPFO or ESIC.
Documents Needed
| Document | Why |
|---|---|
| Aadhaar number | Mandatory, for Aadhaar-based eKYC |
| Aadhaar-linked mobile number | For OTP (if not linked, register at a CSC with biometrics) |
| Bank account with IFSC | For direct benefit transfer |
| Nominee details | Recommended |
How to Register on e-Shram
- Go to eshram.gov.in and click Register on e-Shram.
- Enter your Aadhaar-linked mobile number, fill the captcha and verify with the OTP.
- Enter your Aadhaar number and complete Aadhaar authentication.
- Fill in your personal details, address, education, occupation, skills and bank account details.
- Submit the form to get your e-Shram UAN and download the card.
Platform workers have a separate direct registration link on the portal. You can also register through the eShram mobile app on Google Play, through UMANG, or free of cost at a Common Service Centre (CSC) or State Seva Kendra.
How to Download or Update Your e-Shram Card
On eshram.gov.in, click "Already Registered? Update". Log in with your UAN or Aadhaar and verify the OTP. From your profile, you can download the UAN card and update your mobile number, bank account, address, occupation and other details.
The portal asks all registered workers to keep their profile, including occupation, updated to continue receiving benefits.
Benefits Linked to e-Shram
e-Shram is integrated with 15 central schemes. Some key ones named by PIB:
| Scheme | Benefit |
|---|---|
| PM Shram Yogi Maan-dhan (PM-SYM) | Minimum Rs 3,000 monthly pension after age 60 (contributory) |
| PM Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY) | Rs 2 lakh for accidental death or permanent disability; Rs 1 lakh for partial disability |
| PM Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY) | Rs 2 lakh life cover |
| National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) | Old-age, widow and disability pensions for eligible people |
| One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC) | Ration from any fair price shop in the country |
| PM Awas Yojana Gramin (PMAY-G) | Housing support in rural areas |
e-Shram is also linked with the National Career Service, Skill India Digital Hub and myScheme, which shows workers the schemes they may be eligible for.
Gig and Platform Workers: New Labour Codes
All four labour codes, including the Code on Social Security, 2020, came into effect on 21 November 2025, consolidating 29 labour laws. For the first time, gig work, platform work and aggregators have legal definitions. Aggregators have to contribute 1 to 2% of their annual turnover (capped at 5% of the amount paid to gig and platform workers) for their social security. Benefits are portable through an Aadhaar-linked UAN.
In the Union Budget 2025-26, the government announced identity cards, e-Shram registration and healthcare under PM Jan Arogya Yojana for gig workers of online platforms, covering nearly 1 crore workers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Is e-Shram registration free?
Yes. There is no charge on the portal, app or at CSCs.
Q2. What is the age limit for e-Shram?
As per PIB (August 2026), workers aged 16 years and above can register.
Q3. Can EPFO or ESIC members register on e-Shram?
No. EPFO and ESIC members are not eligible.
Q4. How do I download my e-Shram card?
Log in through "Already Registered? Update" with your UAN or Aadhaar and OTP, then download the UAN card.
Q5. Does e-Shram give money directly?
No. It is a registration and database. Benefits come through the linked schemes for which you are eligible.
Q6. Can gig workers register on e-Shram?
Yes. There is a separate direct registration link for platform workers.
Q7. What is the e-Shram helpline number?
14434 or 1800-889-6811, from 9 AM to 6 PM on all days.
Conclusion
If you work in the unorganised sector, registering on eshram.gov.in is free, takes a few minutes and connects you to government social security schemes. Keep your bank, mobile and occupation details updated in your profile, and check myScheme for the schemes you can apply for.
Reference Links
- e-Shram official portal
- e-Shram: Social security and welfare schemes
- PIB: 5 Years of e-Shram Portal (25 August 2026)
- PIB: Four labour codes in force from 21 November 2025
- Union Budget 2025-26 speech (gig workers, para 51)
- myScheme portal
- UMANG web portal
Last updated: 27 September 2026. Check eshram.gov.in for the latest rules and figures.