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 +{{htmlmetatags>metatag-title=(Government Schemes Unorganised Workers India 2026)&
 +metatag-keywords=(unorganised workers schemes, eshram, pmsym pension, pmsby insurance, pmjby, unorganised sector welfare)
 +metatag-description=(Complete list of central schemes for unorganised workers — e-Shram registration, PMSBY Rs 2L free insurance, PMSYM Rs 3K pension, PMJJBY and welfare benefits.)
 +}}
  
 +====== Government schemes for unorganised workers in India (2026) ======
 +
 +{{:social:auto:audience-unorganised-workers.png?direct&1200 |Government schemes for unorganised workers in India (2026) — RTI Wiki}}
 +
 +<WRAP info>
 +**Quick answer:** 30 crore Indian unorganised workers (%%UoW%%) — domestic workers, gig workers, street vendors, agri labourers, construction workers, fishermen — have **20+ central schemes**. **e-Shram registration is the gateway** (free UAN + Rs 2L PMSBY insurance auto). **Pension** via PMSYM (Rs 3,000/month after 60). **Insurance** via PMJJBY (Rs 2L life @ Rs 436/yr) + PMSBY (Rs 2L accident @ Rs 20/yr). **Welfare boards** state-specific.
 +</WRAP>
 +
 +
 +
 +**Complete list of central schemes for unorganised workers (%%UoW%%). e-Shram registration + PMSBY (Rs 2L insurance free) + PMSYM (Rs 3K pension) + PMJJBY + welfare.**
 +
 +===== Who is eligible =====
 +Unorganised worker (not in EPFO/ESIC). Age 16-59 (PMSYM). All Indian citizens.
 +
 +===== Top 10 schemes =====
 +
 +==== 1. e-Shram Registration ====
 +Free UAN + e-Shram card. Aadhaar OTP. Auto-enrolled in PMSBY (Rs 2L insurance).
 +
 +  * **Where to apply:** eshram.gov.in
 +  * **Official portal:** [[https://eshram.gov.in|https://eshram.gov.in]]
 +
 +==== 2. PM Shram Yogi Maan-Dhan (PMSYM) ====
 +Pension Rs 3,000/month after 60. Contribute Rs 55-200/month (age-based). Govt matches. Open at CSC.
 +
 +  * **Where to apply:** PMSYM portal
 +  * **Official portal:** [[https://maandhan.in/shramyogi|https://maandhan.in/shramyogi]]
 +
 +==== 3. PM Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY) ====
 +Rs 2L accident insurance + Rs 1L permanent disability. Premium Rs 20/year (auto from bank). Auto for e-Shram registrants first year.
 +
 +  * **Where to apply:** Banks / Post Office
 +  * **Official portal:** [[https://jansuraksha.gov.in|https://jansuraksha.gov.in]]
 +
 +==== 4. PM Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY) ====
 +Rs 2L life insurance (any cause). Premium Rs 436/year (auto from bank). Age 18-50 entry; covers up to 55.
 +
 +  * **Where to apply:** Banks / Post Office
 +  * **Official portal:** [[https://jansuraksha.gov.in|https://jansuraksha.gov.in]]
 +
 +==== 5. Atal Pension Yojana (APY) ====
 +Pension Rs 1K-5K/month after 60. Auto-debit from bank. Govt 50% co-contribution till 2020. Age 18-40 entry.
 +
 +  * **Where to apply:** Banks / NPS Lite
 +  * **Official portal:** [[https://www.npscra.nsdl.co.in/scheme-details.php|https://www.npscra.nsdl.co.in/scheme-details.php]]
 +
 +==== 6. Building & Other Construction Workers (BOCW) Welfare Board ====
 +State-level scheme — health, education, marriage, pension, accident relief for registered construction workers. Rs 50/month subscription.
 +
 +  * **Where to apply:** State BOCW Welfare Board
 +  * **Official portal:** [[https://bocw.gov.in|https://bocw.gov.in]]
 +
 +==== 7. Fisher Welfare Schemes ====
 +Pension, accident insurance, training, savings — via state Fisheries Dept + central NFDB.
 +
 +  * **Where to apply:** NFDB Hyderabad
 +  * **Official portal:** [[https://nfdb.gov.in|https://nfdb.gov.in]]
 +
 +==== 8. Domestic Workers Welfare ====
 +State-level boards (Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Maharashtra) — pension, insurance, dispute resolution.
 +
 +  * **Where to apply:** State Labour Dept
 +  * **Official portal:** Varies by state
 +
 +==== 9. Street Vendors Act 2014 (PM SVANidhi loan) ====
 +Loan Rs 10K-50K for street vendors with credit history. 7% interest subvention. Apply at banks.
 +
 +  * **Where to apply:** PM SVANidhi portal
 +  * **Official portal:** [[https://pmsvanidhi.mohua.gov.in|https://pmsvanidhi.mohua.gov.in]]
 +
 +==== 10. %%eShram%%-PMJAY Convergence ====
 +e-Shram registrants in target categories auto-considered for PMJAY (Ayushman Bharat).
 +
 +  * **Where to apply:** beneficiary.nha.gov.in
 +  * **Official portal:** [[https://beneficiary.nha.gov.in|https://beneficiary.nha.gov.in]]
 +
 +===== How to apply (general process) =====
 +e-Shram first (free, OTP-based). Then enroll in PMSBY/PMJJBY/PMSYM via bank or CSC. State welfare boards via Labour Dept.
 +
 +===== Helplines =====
 +  * **e-Shram Helpline 14434** — multilingual
 +  * **State Labour Department** — varies
 +  * **PM SVANidhi: 1800-1800-991**
 +
 +===== Common issues + how to handle =====
 +  * **PMSBY claim denied** — within 30 days of accident; family applies via UAN holder bank.
 +  * **PMSYM enrolment rejected** — IT taxpayer or EPFO contributor. Verify before applying.
 +  * **State BOCW slow** — file RTI to State Welfare Board CEO; many states have 1-3 year backlogs.
 +  * **Bank Aadhaar de-linked** — DBT for all schemes bounces. Visit bank for NPCI mapper.
 +
 +===== If a scheme is delayed or rejected — file an RTI =====
 +
 +Most "delays" or "rejections" clear within 7-15 days of an RTI being filed. Use this 5-question template:
 +
 +<code>
 +1. Status of my application no. _____ dated _____ as on date.
 +2. Name + designation of dealing officer assigned to my file.
 +3. Reasons for delay beyond the statutory timeline.
 +4. Copy of any noting / movement of my file in the past 30 days.
 +5. Likely date of disbursement / decision.
 +</code>
 +
 +**Auto-fill the PIO + your case:** [[:citizen-rti-playbook|Open the RTI Drafter →]]
 +
 +===== Frequently asked questions =====
 +==== e-Shram & PF — both possible? ====
 +No — e-Shram is for %%UoW%% only. PF holders are organised. If PF inactive (no contribution > 3 years), can register.
 +
 +==== PMSYM contribution — really get Rs 3,000 pension? ====
 +Yes — guaranteed by govt. Rs 3,000/month after 60. Indexation not yet applied; review periodic.
 +
 +==== PMSBY first year free for e-Shram. Year 2? ====
 +Rs 20/year auto-debit from bank. Renewal in May annually.
 +
 +==== Construction worker — BOCW slow. Alternative? ====
 +Try BOCW + PMSBY + PMSYM combination. Many states have UID-linked direct welfare.
 +
 +==== Scheme stuck > 90 days. Fix? ====
 +File RTI to scheme nodal. Use [[:citizen-rti-playbook|RTI Playbook]] template for unorganised welfare.
 +
 +===== Summary + what to do next =====
 +
 +<WRAP center round tip 90%>
 +**Bottom line:** 10 central + state schemes available. Aadhaar + bank account in own name + community/income certificate (if applicable) is the gateway. If a scheme is delayed beyond timeline, file an RTI.
 +
 +  * **Browse all 10 audience hubs:** [[:audience:start|All audience hubs]]
 +  * **How to apply step-by-step:** [[:how-to-apply:start|25 application guides]]
 +  * **Track applications:** [[:check-status:start|25 status-check guides]]
 +  * **If stuck — RTI Drafter:** [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-application-generator|File RTI in 5 minutes]]
 +  * **Talk to other citizens:** [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html|AwaazRTI community]]
 +</WRAP>
 +
 +===== Related reading =====
 +  * [[:how-to-apply:start|25 how-to-apply guides]]
 +  * [[:rejection-recovery:start|15 rejection-recovery guides]]
 +  * [[:documents:start|30 documents-required checklists]]
 +  * [[:citizen-rti-playbook|Full RTI Playbook — 100+ scenarios]]
 +
 +===== Sources =====
 +  * Each scheme's official portal (linked above).
 +  * Ministry budget documents + scheme operational guidelines.
 +  * Citizen feedback via [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html|AwaazRTI]] (composite, identifying details removed).
 +
 +//Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.//
 +
 +{{tag>audience unorganised-workers schemes welfare government-india}}