- 19.37 lakh new employees enrolled under ESI Scheme in June 2025.
- 34,762 new establishments brought under the ESI Scheme.
- 49.5% of new registrations (9.58 lakh) were employees up to 25 years.
- 4.13 lakh female employees and 87 transgender employees enrolled.
- Data remains provisional as it is part of an ongoing process.
Source: PIB
The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has released its provisional payroll data for June 2025, showing a significant increase in enrolments under the Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) Scheme.
Quick look at: What Is the ESI Scheme?
The Employees’ State Insurance Scheme (ESI Scheme) is a social insurance and health security program for workers in India, established under the Employees’ State Insurance Act, 1948. It is administered by the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) under the Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India.
According to the data, 19.37 lakh new employees were registered in June 2025. Additionally, 34,762 new establishments came under the social security ambit of the ESI Scheme, ensuring wider coverage and protection for workers.
A closer look at the data reveals that youth enrolment remains strong, with 9.58 lakh employees up to the age of 25 years registering during the month. This accounts for nearly 49.5% of the total registrations.
The gender-based analysis indicates that 4.13 lakh female employees were enrolled in June 2025, while 87 transgender employees also registered under the scheme, highlighting ESIC’s commitment to inclusivity and social security for all.
The data also shows a positive month-on-month growth in youth enrolments:
| Head | May 2025 | June 2025 | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of newly registered youth (up to 25 years) | 9,46,843 | 9,58,979 | 12,136 |
ESIC clarified that the payroll data is provisional, as data generation is a continuous process.
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