Employees' State Insurance, commonly known as ESI, is an Indian worker's self-funded social security and health insurance programme. The Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) administers this fund in accordance with the guidelines set forth in the ESI Act of 1948.
Registration with more than 10 employees that are located in an authorised region must register with ESIC. A 17-digit unique identification code will be given to the organisation once it registers. After reaching the specified employee level within 15 days, it is the employer's legal duty to register under this legislation.
The scheme's registered employees are eligible for medical care for themselves and their families, financial benefits for unemployment under specific conditions, and maternity benefits for female employees. There are provisions for a disablement benefit and a family pension in the event of an employment-related disability or death.