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Big Relief for Employees: Now You Can Avail ESIC Benefits Without Aadhaar Card
Indiaemploymentnews | August 25, 2025 2:39 AM CST

Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has recently clarified that Aadhaar-based authentication will no longer be mandatory for employees and their family members to avail of benefits under the ESI Scheme.

Key Highlights:

  • Aadhaar Not Required for ESIC Benefits
    Employees and their families will continue to receive medical and cash benefits under the ESI Scheme, even without Aadhaar-based authentication. This comes as a relief for those who may not have linked their Aadhaar or face difficulties with Aadhaar authentication.

  • What Does ESIC Provide?
    ESIC, which operates under the Ministry of Labour and Employment, offers social security and health insurance to workers in organized sectors. It includes various benefits such as:

    • Medical care

    • Sickness benefits

    • Maternity benefits

    • Disability benefits

    • Pensions for dependents

  • Why Was Aadhaar Authentication Introduced?
    The introduction of Aadhaar authentication was aimed at simplifying the delivery of social security benefits, making them more accessible, and reducing paperwork. However, ESIC has now confirmed that the absence of Aadhaar will not prevent employees from accessing their entitled benefits.

  • Improved Access to ESIC Benefits
    The Ministry of Labour has presented additional measures to improve access to ESIC services, which include:

    • Collaboration with Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) hospitals.

    • Increased benefit rates for permanent disabilities and dependents.

    • Launch of an online portal to submit cash benefits claims.

  • Upcoming Initiatives:

    • Coverage Expansion Plan (July 1 - Dec 31, 2025): ESIC will encourage employers and employees to register under the scheme.

    • Amnesty Scheme (Oct 1, 2025 - Sept 30, 2026): This scheme aims to resolve disputes and promote compliance under the ESI Act, 1948.

    • Conclusion:

    This decision will bring a major relief to employees who faced difficulties due to Aadhaar requirements. With these changes, the ESI benefits will be more accessible, improving social security coverage and simplifying the process for beneficiaries.

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