Employment Linked Incentive Scheme (ELI) was announced to support job creation and strengthen India’s workforce. This initiative is designed to stimulate job creation and improve workforce employability and social security. Under this scheme, the government will provide one month’s salary to about 1.92 crore youth. The ELI scheme aims to incentivise the creation of more than 35 million jobs over two years.
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Quick Overview
| Name of the scheme | Employment Linked Incentive Scheme |
| Launched by | Prime Minister of India |
| Objective | Boost formal employment in India |
| Benefits | Financial aid to employees & companies |
| Beneficiaries | New employees and employers |
| Year | 2025-27 |
| Application mode | Online / Offline |
| Official website | https://www.epfindia.gov.in/site_en/index.php |
What is ELI scheme?
Under the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI Scheme), the central government had announced to give Rs 15,000 apart from their salary to the youth who get employed for the first time. The main purpose of Employment Linked Incentive Scheme is to give financial support to companies and new employees.
The scheme consists of two parts, with Part A focused on first-timers and Part B focused on employers. The total budget for this scheme is ₹2 lakh crore. Under this incentive scheme, the central government will provide ₹15,000 to first-time job seekers.
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ELI Scheme Part A-for first-time employees
This section will provide a one-month EPF wage up to Rs 15,000 in two instalments. The second installment will be payable after 12 months of service. To qualify, employees must earn up to ₹1 lakh per month.
ELI Scheme Part B to support employers
Part B focuses on creating more jobs, especially in manufacturing. All payments to the first-time employees will be made through the DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).
| EPF Wage Slabs of Additional Employee (in ₹) | Benefit to the Employer (per additional employee per month) |
| Up to ₹10,000 | Up to ₹1,000 |
| ₹10,001 – ₹20,000 | ₹2,000 |
| ₹20,001 – ₹1,00,000 | ₹3,000 |
When will I get the money under the ELI scheme?
Under the Central Government’s ELI scheme, you will become eligible for this scheme as soon as your EPF account is opened. The Central Government will send the incentive amount through DBT to the bank account linked to your Aadhaar card.
- The ELI scheme money will be paid in two installments.
- The first installment will be paid after six months of employment.
- The second installment will be received after 12 months and completion of the financial literacy program.
- Some of this money will go into the PF account, which can be withdrawn later.
Eligibility Criteria for Employment Linked Incentive Scheme
- Permanent resident of India
- Must be working for a registered company
- Recently hired staff in all sectors are eligible
- The employee must have been employed for at least 6 months
- Monthly pay should be less than ₹1 lakh, and enrollment with EPFO is required
Eligibility Criteria for the Company
- The company must be registered under the EPFO.
- If there are fewer than 50 employees, at least two new employees must be hired.
- If there are more than 50 employees, at least 5 new employees must be hired.
- These employees must have worked with the company for at least 6 months.
Documents Needed
- Aadhaar card
- PAN card
- Email ID
- Mobile number
- Address proof
- Contact details
The ELI scheme aims to provide employment opportunities to young people. Under this scheme, the central government provides ₹15,000 to first-time job seekers. The amount will be disbursed in two installments. The first installment will be given after completion of 6 months of service and the second installment will be given after completion of 12 months of service.
FAQ’s
What is Employment Linked Incentive Scheme (ELI)?
Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme is a Central Government initiative to supporting companies and new workers through financial incentives.
How to apply for ELI scheme online?
There’s no need to apply for the ELI scheme separately online. Your data will be transferred to the government as soon as you join the EPFO, and the money will automatically be credited to your account after 6 consecutive months of PF deductions.