E-shram card scheme is a centralized database seeded with Aadhaar. It delivers social security benefits as implemented by Central and State Ministries. It will also ensure the portability of the social security and welfare benefits to the migrant and construction workers at their working places. This blog also discusses how to check the E-Shram Payment Status.

The E-shram card scheme was launched by the Ministry of Labor and Employment, Government of India in August 2021 for the welfare of unorganized sector workers and laborers. The people who register for the E-shram card scheme will get an E-Shram Card having a 12-digit Unique Identification Number (UAN).

Registered members will be eligible for a plethora of benefits after signing up for the Shramik Yojana apart from receiving an e-Shram card. Aside from that, workers will benefit from the government’s adoption of social security programs. The Ministry of Labor & Employment is already running various schemes for the welfare of eligible citizens. If a person is already taking benefits from the schemes initiated by the Ministry of Labor can not apply for a Shramik Card.

Furthermore, there is no need to renew the eSHRAM card but to regularly update their details, mobile number, current address, etc. To keep his account active, he/she is required to update his account at least once a year.

Eligibility for E-Shram Card

• Beneficiaries must be Citizens of India and work in India.
• They Must not be an Income Tax Payer
• Beneficiaries must be between the age of 16-59 years.
• They have to contribute a minimum of Rs. 50–100. The same amount will be credited by GOI.
• They should have a valid Mobile Number linked to their Aadhar Card. If the phone number is not linked, then applicants can go to the nearest CSC and get the biometric verification done.
• They must have a Bank Account.

Scope

• Creation of a centralized database of all unorganized workers (UWs) including Construction Workers, Migrant Workers, Gig and Platform workers, Street Vendors, Domestic Workers, Agriculture Workers, etc., to be seeded with Aadhaar.
• To improve the social security services implementation efficiency for unorganized workers.
• Sharing of information in respect of registered unorganized workers with various stakeholders such as Ministries/ Departments/ Boards/ Agencies/ Organizations of the Central and State Governments through APIs for delivery of various social security and welfare schemes being administered by them.
• Portability of the social security and welfare benefits to the migrant and construction workers.
• Providing a comprehensive database to Central and State Governments for tackling any National Crises like COVID-19 in the future.

Benefits of E-Shram Card Registration

E-Shram Card 2022 launched by the PMOI provides several benefits of E Shram Card apart from what is known to you. The benefits are discussed in the points given below.

• You will get a Pension of Rs 3000/- after attaining the age of 60 Years.
• The registered workers under the e-Shram portal will be enrolled under PMSBY. Meanwhile, the premium for the first year will be borne by the Ministry of Labor & Employment, Government of India
• You will have complete insurance for any mishap from age up to 60. After registering, he/she will get an Accidental Insurance cover of 2 Lacs under PMSBY.
• You have to contribute monthly through your E Shram Card and the same amount will be credited by the Government of India.
• You can avail of other Government Schemes for Workers if you have your E Shram Card or Shramik Card.

Documents Required for E-Shram Card Online Apply

• Aadhaar Card
• Mobile number registered with Aadhaar card
• Bank account details
• Ration Card
• Electricity Bill

Steps for E-Shram Payment Status

Visit the e-Shram portal. Click on the ‘E-Aadhaar Card Beneficiary Status Check’ link. You can see the e-Shram payment status.

• Step 1: Access eshram.gov.in using your device.
• Step 2: Choose the E Aadhaar Card Beneficiary Status Check Link and click on it once it’s available.
• Step 3: Fill in your Shramik Card, UAN, or Aadhar Card numbers.
• Step 4: Check your E Shram Payment Status 2023 after logging in.
• Step 5: Use your Aadhar Card to check the status using this method.

Conclusion

A large population in India consists of workers who are engaged in the unorganized sector. These people are financially weak and have to face many hardships in their daily lives. These people also do not have any idea how to secure their future. E Shram Card is likely to give critical support to them, especially in emergency and pandemic-like conditions. Further, more employment opportunities will be provided to the migrant labor workforce by tracking them