What do you get under ESIC?
For workers in covered factories and establishments: full medical care for you and your family, paid sick leave, maternity benefit, disability and dependants’ pension after a work injury, and unemployment allowance.
Who is eligible for ESIC?
- Employees earning up to ₹21,000 a month (₹25,000 for persons with disabilities) in establishments with 10 or more workers in notified areas.
- The employer registers you; you pay 0.75% of wages and the employer pays 3.25%.
Also check:
- Your employer must be covered under the ESI Act and must have registered you.
Documents needed for ESIC
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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.
How to apply for ESIC
- Your employer registers you and gives you an insurance number (IP number).
- Add family members and download the e-Pehchan card from the ESIC portal or the ASK app.
How to check ESIC status
- Log in on esic.gov.in (insured person login) with your IP number to see contributions and eligibility for benefits.
Never share an OTP with a caller or a message. Official portals end in .gov.in.
Common questions
Who is eligible for ESIC?
Employees earning up to ₹21,000 a month (₹25,000 for persons with disabilities) in establishments with 10 or more workers in notified areas. The employer registers you; you pay 0.75% of wages and the employer pays 3.25%.
How much do I get under ESIC?
For workers in covered factories and establishments: full medical care for you and your family, paid sick leave, maternity benefit, disability and dependants’ pension after a work injury, and unemployment allowance.
What documents do I need for ESIC?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Passport-size photo; Mobile number for OTP.
How do I apply for ESIC?
Your employer registers you and gives you an insurance number (IP number). Add family members and download the e-Pehchan card from the ESIC portal or the ASK app. Official site: https://www.esic.gov.in/
How do I check ESIC status?
Log in on esic.gov.in (insured person login) with your IP number to see contributions and eligibility for benefits.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for ESIC?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
What is the salary limit for ESIC?
Employees earning up to ₹21,000 a month are covered (₹25,000 for persons with disabilities), in establishments covered by the ESI Act.
How do I download my ESIC card?
Log in on esic.gov.in with your IP number and print the e-Pehchan card, or ask your employer.
Official sources
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 1 May 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.