- e-Shram Portal has over 30.68 crore registrations, promoting easy access to welfare schemes for unorganised workers.
- Initiatives for women empowerment show that 53.68% of the total registered workers are women.
- Supports 22 languages through the Bhashini platform, enhancing accessibility.
e-Shram Portal, launched by the Ministry of Labour and Employment on August 26, 2021, aims to create a comprehensive National Database of Unorganised Workers (NDUW). It equips unorganised workers with a Universal Account Number (UAN), connecting them to social security and welfare schemes. As per the latest data, over 30.68 crore unorganised workers have registered, with women comprising 53.68% of the total registrants.
To boost accessibility and outreach, features like multilingual support, a dedicated mobile application, and integration with various welfare schemes have been introduced. The portal also includes a One-Stop-Solution launched on October 21, 2024, which aims to consolidate access to various government programs for workers.
Key Features of e-Shram Portal
- Launch Date: August 26, 2021
- Developed by: Ministry of Labour and Employment
- Purpose: Establish a National Database of Unorganised Workers, integrated with Aadhaar.
- Registration Type: Self-declaration
- Document Required: Aadhaar Card
- Unique ID Provided: Universal Account Number (UAN)
- Language Support: 22 Indian languages via the Bhashini platform
- Mobile App Launched: February 24, 2025
- One-Stop-Solution Launch: October 21, 2024
Overview of e-Shram Registrations
- Total Workers Registered: 30.68 crore (30,68,74,094)
- Women Workers: 53.68% (16.47 crore)
- Men Workers: 14.21 crore
- Other Gender: 7,355 workers
Integration with Welfare Schemes
To benefit unorganised workers, e-Shram has integrated 13 central schemes including:
- Pradhan Mantri Street Vendors Atmanirbhar Nidhi (PM-SVANidhi)
- Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY)
- Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY)
- National Family Benefit Scheme (NFBS)
- Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA)
- Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Gramin (PMAY-G)
- Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY)
- Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban (PMAY-U)
- Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)
- Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maan Dhan Yojana (PM-KMY)
- National Career Service (NCS)
- Skill India Digital Portal
- Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandan (PMSYM) pension scheme
State-wise Registration Highlights
Here are the top 5 states with the highest registrations:
| Rank | State | Total Registrations |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Uttar Pradesh | 8.38 crore |
| 2 | Bihar | 2.97 crore |
| 3 | West Bengal | 2.64 crore |
| 4 | Madhya Pradesh | 1.86 crore |
| 5 | Odisha | 1.35 crore |
Moreover, states like Lakshadweep and Ladakh have significantly lower registrations, with Lakshadweep recording just 2,818 workers.
Awareness and Accessibility Initiatives
To promote the e-Shram portal, the Ministry of Labour & Employment has implemented several strategies:
- Regular meetings with stakeholders for feedback and improvement
- Partnerships with Common Services Centres (CSCs) for better reach
- Utilizing SMS and social media campaigns to raise awareness
- Incorporating the e-Shram service on the UMANG app for user ease
- Assisted registrations through State Seva Kendras (SSKs)
Impact of e-Shram Portal
- Improved Social Security: Enhanced access to various welfare schemes for unorganised workers.
- Women Empowerment: A significant representation of women in the registration data supports financial inclusion goals.
- Accessibility to Financial Assistance: Direct access to schemes such as PM-SVANidhi and PMJJBY.
- Job Opportunities and Skills: Integration with career services enables better employment prospects.
- Simplified Tracking: The One-Stop-Solution allows workers to track their government benefits effectively.