# Shatayu portal: national directory lists 30,151 trained elderly caregivers URL: https://kasba.co.in/en/story/shatayu-portal-national-directory-lists-30-151-trained-elder Language: en · Section: Schemes · Published: 2026-11-13 Source: PIB, "वरिष्ठ नागरिकों के लिए समग्र देखभाल सहायता एवं प्रशिक्षण (शतायु) ने डिजिटल कनेक्टिविटी और कुशल एवं प्रशिक्षित वृद्धजन देखभालकर्ताओं के सहयोग से भारत की वृद्धजन देखभाल व्यवस्था को सुदृढ़ बनाया", 2026-11-13, https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=2335943 The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has made details of 30,151 caregivers available in the national directory of its Shatayu portal. Families can search for trained elderly caregivers in their district, and trained professionals can register for work opportunities. ## What this means for you If an elderly person in your home needs care, you can search for caregivers in your state and district on the Shatayu portal and request a callback, both free of charge. If you have training in elderly care, you can register on the portal so families and institutions can contact you directly. ## Key facts - The Shatayu initiative was launched on 22 May 2026 at a national workshop. - The national directory currently lists 30,151 caregivers. - Caregivers can be searched by state/UT and district. - Searching the directory and filing a callback request are completely free. - Portal address: https://shatayu.dosje.gov.in/ ## What has been launched The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment is running a digital initiative called Shatayu, short for Comprehensive Care Support and Training for Senior Citizens. It has been developed as a centralised national elderly caregiver dashboard and directory. According to the ministry, the initiative was launched on 22 May 2026 during a national workshop on the theme of building a well-organised care economy. Its aim is to reduce the distance between professionally trained caregivers and senior citizens, their families and institutions that need special care services. ## What the directory holds A ministry official said the portal's national directory currently has details of 30,151 caregivers. This has created a digital database of care professionals working across states and union territories. Using the directory, a person or family can search for caregivers by their geographical area, including state/UT and district. This makes it easier to identify the care services available locally. ## Who benefits According to the official, the portal includes digital features such as OTP-based verification of callback requests, viewing caregiver profiles, tracking registration status, and feedback and ratings. These make communication easier between caregivers and those looking for services. With the 'request' feature, users can choose their state/UT and district, describe the type of care needed and enter their contact details through an OTP-based verification process. The request is then made available to caregivers in the selected district. The facility covers both full-time and hourly care needs. ## What care services are covered The official said the services include general old-age care, post-surgery care, care for people with dementia and Alzheimer's, physiotherapy and mobility support, palliative care and other needs related to the care of the elderly. These also cover help with daily activities, rehabilitation and services for senior citizens who need special care. ## How caregivers can register The official said eligible professionals can register on the platform by submitting their personal information, address details, course qualifications and training certificates. Applicants can also check their registration status through the dashboard. After verification and approval, the details of eligible caregivers are listed on the platform, making it easier for prospective employers and families to contact them directly. ## Training and support According to the official, four broad categories of professional training have been laid down: elderly care provider, elderly caregiver (institutional and home care), wellness therapist (senior citizens) and elderly care associate. These programmes train people in skills such as overall care of the elderly, monitoring physical health, handling emergencies, bed mobility support, help with activities of daily living, therapeutic rehabilitation, participation in cognitive activities, emotional support and social inclusion. The training framework has the support of the National Institute of Social Defence under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment and the National Skill Development Corporation under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. ## Where to find the portal The Shatayu portal can be accessed at https://shatayu.dosje.gov.in/. Searching the caregiver directory and filing a callback request are completely free. ## Questions and answers **What is the Shatayu portal?** It is a digital initiative of the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment that connects trained elderly caregivers with families and institutions that need them. It has been developed as a centralised national elderly caregiver dashboard and directory. **How do I find a caregiver on the Shatayu portal?** In the portal's directory you can search for caregivers by your state/UT and district. This makes it easier to identify which care services are available in your area. **Is there any fee to search for a caregiver on Shatayu?** No. Searching the caregiver directory and filing a callback request are completely free. **What kinds of care services are listed on Shatayu?** These include general old-age care, post-surgery care, care for people with dementia and Alzheimer's, physiotherapy and mobility support, and palliative care. **How can a caregiver register on Shatayu?** Eligible professionals can register by submitting their personal details, address details, course qualifications and training certificates on the portal. After verification and approval, their details are listed on the platform. Kasba Desk, Kasba. This routine notice was drafted with AI from an official source and published automatically; an editor reviews it after publishing.