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Scheme overview

What is eShram?

An independent, plain-language summary of the national unorganised-worker database. Figures are from public government releases and may change.

Open eshram.gov.in

Launched

26 August 2021

Run by

Ministry of Labour & Employment, Govt. of India

Registrations

31.89 crore+ (PIB, Aug 2026)

Identity issued

Permanent 12-digit UAN

Fee

Free of cost

Women share

~52% at the 10-crore mark (Dec 2021)

Why it matters

  • Builds a national database of unorganised workers such as construction workers, street vendors, domestic and farm workers, and gig workers.
  • Helps deliver social-security and welfare schemes to registered workers.
  • Supports targeted assistance during emergencies and connects workers with jobs and skilling.