Labour Card Scheme 2026

Labour Card Scheme is a government welfare initiative launched to provide social security, financial assistance and welfare benefits to registered workers and labourers across India.

Under this scheme, eligible workers can receive benefits related to healthcare, education, insurance, pensions, maternity support and financial assistance.

Labour Card Scheme Overview

Benefits of Labour Card Scheme

• Financial assistance for workers
• Accident insurance coverage
• Healthcare and medical support
• Education assistance for children
• Maternity and pension benefits
• Housing and welfare scheme support
• Government worker welfare benefits

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicant must be an Indian citizen
• Workers and labourers can apply
• Unorganized sector workers are eligible
• Applicant should have valid Aadhaar Card
• Age should generally be between 16 to 59 years

Documents Required

• Aadhaar Card
• Mobile Number linked with Aadhaar
• Bank Account Details
• Residence Proof
• Passport Size Photograph
• Occupation Details
• Identity Proof

How to Apply Online for Labour Card Scheme?

1. Visit the official eShram portal
2. Complete worker registration process
3. Enter Aadhaar and mobile details
4. Fill personal and occupation details
5. Upload required documents if needed
6. Submit registration form online
7. Download labour or eShram card after approval

Worker Welfare Benefits

Main Objectives of Labour Card Scheme

• Provide social security to workers
• Support unorganized sector labourers
• Improve worker welfare and safety
• Provide financial and insurance assistance
• Increase access to government welfare schemes