What is ESIC?

The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) is a statutory corporate body under the ownership of Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India, the other being the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation.

It is a social security and health insurance scheme for Indian workers in the organized sector. The scheme provides medical care, sickness benefits, maternity benefits, disablement benefits, and survivor benefits to eligible workers and their families.

The ESIC was established in 1948 under the Employees’ State Insurance Act, 1948. The scheme is applicable to factories and other establishments where 10 or more persons are employed.

The ESIC is funded by contributions from employers and employees. The contribution rate is 4.7% of the employee’s wages, with 3.2% paid by the employer and 1.5% paid by the employee.

The ESIC has a network of hospitals and dispensaries across India. These hospitals provide free medical care to eligible workers and their families. The ESIC also provides cash benefits to eligible workers who are unable to work due to sickness, maternity, or disablement.

The ESIC is a valuable social security scheme for Indian workers. The scheme provides much-needed financial and medical assistance to workers and their families in times of need.

Here are some of the benefits that are provided under the ESIC scheme:

• Medical care: The ESIC provides free medical care to eligible workers and their families. This includes inpatient and outpatient care, as well as diagnostic tests and medicines.
• Sickness benefits: Workers who are unable to work due to sickness are entitled to sickness benefits. The amount of sickness benefit depends on the worker’s wages and the length of time they are unable to work.
• Maternity benefits: Women workers who are pregnant are entitled to maternity benefits. The amount of maternity benefit depends on the woman’s wages and the length of her maternity leave.
• Disablement benefits: Workers who are permanently disabled due to an employment injury are entitled to disablement benefits. The amount of disablement benefit depends on the degree of disability.
• Survivor benefits: The families of workers who die due to an employment injury are entitled to survivor benefits. The amount of survivor benefit depends on the number of dependents.

To be eligible for the ESIC scheme, a worker must:

• Be employed in an establishment that is covered by the scheme.
• Have paid the ESIC contribution for at least 78 days in the preceding 12 months.

The ESIC scheme is a valuable social security scheme for Indian workers. The scheme provides much-needed financial and medical assistance to workers and their families in times of need. If you are an eligible worker, I encourage you to enroll in the ESIC scheme.

What is ESIC Number?

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ESIC number, also known as the Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) number, is a unique 17-digit identification number allotted to every employee of a factory or establishment registered with the ESIC. The 17 digit number is generated using the ESIC portal after the employer has submitted their employee’s information.

The ESIC number is used to identify employees who are eligible for benefits under the ESI scheme. It is also used to track the contributions that employees and employers have made to the ESI scheme.

The ESIC number is a valuable document for employees. It can be used to:

• Claim ESI benefits, such as medical care, sickness benefits, maternity benefits, disablement benefits, and survivor benefits.
• Track contributions that have been made to the ESI scheme.
• Verify employment status.

If you are an employee, it is important to keep your ESIC number safe. You should not share your ESIC number with anyone else. You should also keep your ESIC number updated if you change jobs.

Here are some of the benefits of having an ESIC number:

• You can avail of medical care at ESIC hospitals and dispensaries.
• You can claim sickness benefits if you are unable to work due to sickness.
• You can claim maternity benefits if you are pregnant.
• You can claim disablement benefits if you are permanently disabled due to an employment injury.
• You can claim survivor benefits if you are the dependent of a worker who dies due to an employment injury.

If you are an eligible worker, I encourage you to enroll in the ESIC scheme and obtain your ESIC number.

How to check ESIC Number?

There are a few ways to check your ESIC number.

• Check your payslips: If you are currently employed and your employer is registered with the ESIC, your ESIC number will be printed on your payslips.
• Contact your employer: If you are not sure whether your employer is registered with the ESIC or if you cannot find your ESIC number on your payslips, you can contact your employer. They should be able to provide you with your ESIC number.
• Check the ESIC website: You can also check your ESIC number on the ESIC website. To do this, you will need to create an account on the website and provide some basic information, such as your name and date of birth. Once you have created an account, you will be able to view your ESIC number.

Here are the steps on how to check your ESIC number on the ESIC website:

1. Go to the ESIC website: https://esic.gov.in/
2. Click on the “Employees” tab.
3. Click on the “Registered Employees” link.
4. Enter your ESIC number and password.
5. Click on the “Login” button.
6. Your ESIC number will be displayed on the screen.

If you have forgotten your ESIC number, you can reset it by following these steps:

1. Go to the ESIC website: https://esic.gov.in/
2. Click on the “Employees” tab.
3. Click on the “Forgot Password” link.
4. Enter your name and date of birth.
5. Click on the “Submit” button.
6. A new password will be sent to your registered email address.

Once you have your ESIC number, you can use it to claim ESI benefits, track your contributions, and verify your employment status.

How to download ESIC Card?

There are two ways to download your ESIC card:

• Through the ESIC website:
  1. Go to the ESIC website: https://esic.gov.in/
  2. Click on the “Employees” tab.
  3. Click on the “e-Pehchan card” link.
  4. Enter your ESIC number and password.
  5. Click on the “View” button.
  6. Your e-Pehchan card will be displayed on the screen. You can download it by clicking on the “Download” button.
• Through the UMANG app:
  1. Download the UMANG app from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.
  2. Open the UMANG app and sign in with your Aadhaar number or mobile number.
  3. Click on the “ESIC” icon.
  4. Click on the “e-Pehchan card” link.
  5. Your e-Pehchan card will be displayed on the screen. You can download it by clicking on the “Download” button.

Once you have downloaded your ESIC card, you can keep it safe for future reference. You can use it to claim ESI benefits, track your contributions, and verify your employment status.

What is IP Number in ESIC?

IP number in ESIC stands for Insured Person Number. It is a unique 17-digit identification number that is allotted to every employee who is covered by the Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) scheme. The IP number is used to identify employees who are eligible for benefits under the ESI scheme. It is also used to track the contributions that employees and employers have made to the ESI scheme.

The IP number is a valuable document for employees. It can be used to:

• Claim ESI benefits, such as medical care, sickness benefits, maternity benefits, disablement benefits, and survivor benefits.
• Track contributions that have been made to the ESI scheme.
• Verify employment status.

If you are an employee, it is important to keep your IP number safe. You should not share your IP number with anyone else. You should also keep your IP number updated if you change jobs.

Here are the steps on how to find your IP number:

1. Check your payslips: If you are currently employed and your employer is registered with the ESIC, your IP number will be printed on your payslips.
2. Contact your employer: If you are not sure whether your employer is registered with the ESIC or if you cannot find your IP number on your payslips, you can contact your employer. They should be able to provide you with your IP number.
3. Check the ESIC website: You can also check your IP number on the ESIC website. To do this, you will need to create an account on the website and provide some basic information, such as your name and date of birth. Once you have created an account, you will be able to view your IP number.

Here are the steps on how to check your IP number on the ESIC website:

1. Go to the ESIC website: https://esic.gov.in/
2. Click on the “Employees” tab.
3. Click on the “Registered Employees” link.
4. Enter your IP number and password.
5. Click on the “Login” button.
6. Your IP number will be displayed on the screen.

If you have forgotten your IP number, you can reset it by following these steps:

1. Go to the ESIC website: https://esic.gov.in/
2. Click on the “Employees” tab.
3. Click on the “Forgot Password” link.
4. Enter your name and date of birth.
5. Click on the “Submit” button.
6. A new password will be sent to your registered email address.

Once you have your IP number, you can use it to claim ESI benefits, track your contributions, and verify your employment status.

How to claim ESIC benefits?

There are a few ways to claim ESIC benefits.

• Online: You can claim ESIC benefits online through the ESIC website or the Umang app. To do this, you will need to create an account on the website or app and provide some basic information, such as your ESIC number and bank account details. Once you have created an account, you can submit your claim online.
• Through the post: You can also claim ESIC benefits through the post. To do this, you will need to download the ESIC claim form from the website and mail it to the concerned ESIC office along with the required documents.
• In person: You can also claim ESIC benefits in person at the concerned ESIC office. To do this, you will need to submit the ESIC claim form along with the required documents to the office.

Here are the steps on how to claim ESIC benefits online:

1. Go to the ESIC website: https://esic.gov.in/
2. Click on the “Employees” tab.
3. Click on the “Claims” link.
4. Click on the “ESIC Online Claim” link.
5. Enter your ESIC number and password.
6. Click on the “Login” button.
7. Fill out the ESIC claim form.
8. Upload the required documents.
9. Click on the “Submit” button.

Once you have submitted your claim, you will receive a confirmation message. You can track the status of your claim online.

The following documents are required to claim ESIC benefits:

• ESIC claim form
• Medical certificate
• Proof of identity
• Proof of residence
• Bank account details

The time it takes to process an ESIC claim depends on the type of benefit you are claiming. For example, a sickness benefit claim may be processed within a few weeks, while a maternity benefit claim may take a few months.

If your claim is approved, you will be paid the benefit directly into your bank account.

How to check ESIC Balance?

There are a few ways to check your ESIC balance.

Through the ESIC website:

1. Go to the ESIC website: https://esic.gov.in/
2. Click on the “Employees” tab.
3. Click on the “View Contribution History” link.
4. Enter your ESIC number and password.
5. Click on the “View” button.
6. Your ESIC balance will be displayed on the screen.

Through the UMANG app:

1. Download the UMANG app from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.
2. Open the UMANG app and sign in with your Aadhaar number or mobile number.
3. Click on the “ESIC” icon.
4. Click on the “Contribution” link.
5. Your ESIC balance will be displayed on the screen.

Through the ESIC SMS service:

1. Send an SMS to 7738299828 with the following format:

ESIC EPFNO <space> DOB

For example, if your ESIC number is 1234567890 and your date of birth is 10-01-1980, you would send the following SMS:

ESIC 1234567890 10011980

You will receive an SMS with your ESIC balance.

Through the ESIC helpline:

You can also check your ESIC balance by calling the ESIC helpline at 1800-111-2406 (toll-free).