15-30 days
₹25-50 registration fee
Workers engaged in construction work for at least 90 days in a year
Construction and building workers for welfare benefits
Ensure you've worked in construction for 90+ days in past year.
Go to Labour Department office or apply online through state portal.
Complete labour card registration form.
Provide employment proof, Aadhaar, and bank details.
Pay nominal registration fee.
Get labour card with unique registration number.
To update details on your Labour Card — such as name, address, or date of birth — you typically need to submit a correction request at the issuing authority's official portal or office with supporting documents.
Go to the official portal linked to your Labour Card (https://labour.gov.in).
Create an account or log in using your registered mobile number or existing credentials.
Find the "Update", "Correction", or "Modify Details" option for your Labour Card.
Enter the correct information in the form and select the fields to be updated.
Upload valid documents that prove the correct information (e.g., new address proof, birth certificate).
Pay any applicable fee online. Many identity documents charge a nominal fee for updates.
Submit the request and note the reference number to track the update status.
You can download a digital copy of your Labour Card from the official government portal. The digital version is legally valid as per Indian law and accepted everywhere the physical card is accepted.
Go to https://labour.gov.in and log in with your credentials or OTP.
Find the "Download", "e-Labour Card", or "Digital Copy" option on the portal.
Verify using your registered mobile OTP, Aadhaar, or other credentials.
Your Labour Card will be downloaded as a PDF or image file. Save it securely.
Upload or access your document on DigiLocker (digilocker.gov.in) for a government-verified digital copy.
After applying for or updating your Labour Card, you can track your application status online using your application reference number or acknowledgment ID.
Go to https://labour.gov.in and look for the "Track Application" or "Check Status" section.
Enter the reference number, acknowledgment ID, or application number you received at the time of submission.
Complete verification as required by the portal.
View the current status — whether your Labour Card is under review, approved, dispatched, or if any action is needed from your side.
Medical assistance, education support for children, maternity benefits, accident insurance, pension.
Yes, annual renewal required with proof of continued employment.
Yes, both serve different purposes. E-Shram is national database, Labour Card is for state benefits.
The application process varies by state. Generally, you can apply online through the official government portal by submitting the required documents and paying the applicable fee.
Typically, you need proof of identity (like Aadhaar or PAN), proof of address, and passport-size photographs. Specific requirements may vary based on your state or exact case.
Visit the official government portal to start your application
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