Contact your employer or HR department

• Reach out to your company’s HR or payroll department for assistance.
  
• They maintain employee ESIC records including the IP number.
  
• Provide your full name, date of joining, and other identification details.
  
• Employers can access the IP number from their registered portal.
  
• This is often the fastest and most reliable method for retrieval.
  

Check your ESIC documents

• Look through any previous ESIC registration slips or forms.
  
• The e-Pehchan card issued earlier will have the IP number printed.
  
• Verify past medical bills or ESIC contribution receipts.
  
• The IP number is often mentioned in claim forms or benefit records.
  
• Keep personal records organized for future reference.
  

Use the employee search feature through the portal

• Ask your employer to use the insured person search option.
  
• They can search using basic employee details like name and date of birth.
  
• The system will display the IP number linked to the provided details.
  
• Ensure correct spellings and accurate input for successful search.
  
• The IP number can then be recorded and reused.
  

Visit the nearest ESIC branch office

• Go to your local ESIC office with a valid government-issued ID.
  
• Carry employment proof or past ESIC-related documents if available.
  
• Request the staff to help retrieve the forgotten IP number.
  
• Submit any forms required for identity verification.
  
• The staff will assist in locating the correct IP number from their system.
  

Prevent future loss of IP number

• Save a digital and printed copy of your e-Pehchan card.
  
• Maintain a personal file of important employment-related IDs.
  
• Note the IP number in a secure but accessible location.
  
• Avoid sharing the number unnecessarily to ensure confidentiality.
  
• Keep the number updated with you during employment transitions.