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Do you have elderly parents at home and need a trustworthy, trained person to look after them? That search can now be done from home — and it costs nothing. The central government’s SHATAYU directory lists 30,151 trained caregivers across India. You can search by your district and request a callback, free of charge.
According to a PIB release issued on 13 November 2026 by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, SHATAYU is a national platform that connects senior citizens and their families with trained geriatric caregivers. It is more than a list — the portal also offers OTP-based verification, caregiver profiles, and a feedback and rating mechanism.
SHATAYU at a glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full name | SHATAYU — Senior Holistic Care Assistance and Training for Your Utility |
| What it is | National Geriatric Caregiver Dashboard and Directory |
| Caregivers listed | 30,151 (as of 13 November 2026) |
| Launched | 22 May 2026, at the National Workshop on ‘Creating a Well-Functioning Care Economy’ |
| Run by | Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment |
| How to search | By State/UT and district, on the portal — free |
| Callback | With OTP verification — free |
| Portal | shatayu.dosje.gov.in |
What is SHATAYU?
SHATAYU is a digital initiative of the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. It was launched on 22 May 2026 during the National Workshop on ‘Creating a Well-Functioning Care Economy’.
Its aim is straightforward: to connect families that need trained help for elderly members with the right caregiver, and to give trained caregivers an organised route to employment. A senior official of the ministry said that with India’s elderly population steadily increasing, the need for a structured, skilled and accessible geriatric care workforce is becoming increasingly important.
30,151 caregivers in the directory — what makes it useful?
As per the PIB release of 13 November 2026, the directory currently features 30,151 caregivers from all States and Union Territories. You can search by State/UT and district, view caregiver profiles, and choose according to your needs.
For transparency and accountability, the portal offers an OTP-verified callback facility, access to caregiver profiles, enrolment tracking, and a feedback and rating mechanism, so families can also share their experience of the care received.
How to find a caregiver from home
- Open the portal at shatayu.dosje.gov.in.
- Select your State/UT and district.
- Browse caregiver profiles and decide what kind of care you need.
- Click “Request Callback”, enter the type of care required and submit your contact details through OTP-based verification.
- Your request reaches caregivers in the selected district, who can then contact you directly.
The whole process — searching the directory and requesting a callback — is completely free. The facility covers both full-time and hourly caregiving requirements.
What kind of care is available?
| Type of care | For whom |
|---|---|
| General geriatric care | Day-to-day elderly care and companionship |
| Post-surgical care | Care at home after an operation |
| Dementia and Alzheimer’s care | Care linked to memory and cognitive health |
| Physiotherapy and mobility assistance | Rehabilitation and help with movement |
| Palliative care | Care that eases pain and discomfort |
| Help with daily activities and rehabilitation | Support with everyday tasks |
Four recognised training paths for caregivers
SHATAYU recognises four broad training categories — Geriatric Care Provider, Geriatric Caregiver (Institutional and Home Care), Wellness Therapist (Elderly) and Elderly Care Companion. These cover competencies such as holistic elderly care, physiological monitoring, emergency handling, bedside mobility, assistance with daily living activities, therapeutic rehabilitation, cognitive engagement, emotional companionship and social integration.
The training framework is supported by the National Institute of Social Defence (NISD) and the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC).
How to join as a caregiver
If you are a trained caregiver, you can enrol yourself on the portal by submitting your personal details, address information, course qualifications and training certificates. You can track your enrolment status through the dashboard. After review and approval, your profile is listed on the platform, enabling families and institutions to connect with you.
What it means for families in Haryana
In Haryana too, many elderly people live alone while their children work elsewhere. A district-wise search for trained caregivers is directly useful in such cases. One point to note clearly: the PIB release does not give a separate caregiver count for Haryana, so no district-wise figure is claimed in this article.
Also note that SHATAYU is not an employer — it is a directory and matching platform. The release states nothing about caregiver charges or salaries; that is settled between the family and the caregiver. Searching and requesting a callback are free.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is SHATAYU?
A. It is the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment’s national directory that connects trained geriatric caregivers with senior citizens and their families.
Q2. Does it cost anything to find a caregiver?
A. No. Searching the directory and requesting a callback are completely free.
Q3. Are caregivers available only full-time?
A. No. The facility covers both full-time and hourly caregiving requirements.
Q4. How can I check a caregiver’s details?
A. You can view caregiver profiles on the portal, callback requests use OTP-based verification, and there is a feedback and rating mechanism.
Q5. How do I join as a caregiver?
A. Register at shatayu.dosje.gov.in with your details, address, qualifications and training certificates. After review and approval, your profile appears in the directory.
Important Links
- SHATAYU portal: shatayu.dosje.gov.in
- PIB release (13 November 2026): PIB — SHATAYU
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Next Action: Visit the SHATAYU portal to search for a trained caregiver in your district, or read the PIB release of 13 November 2026 for full details.
Sources: PIB, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (13 November 2026). Check the portal for the latest information before acting.
