Quick answer: To hire a maid, cook or nanny in Delhi, Bangalore or Mumbai through an online portal, list what you need, browse profiles, shortlist a few, talk to each person, check their details yourself and agree the terms in writing. Select Maid is an online portal where employers can browse maid profiles by city and role, and this guide explains how to use a portal like it well.
This is general guidance. It does not quote prices or numbers, because fees and terms can change. Check them on the Select Maid website before you decide.
Why Families Look for Maids Online
Many families used to depend on word of mouth. That still works, but it is slow when you move to a new city or need help quickly. An online portal lets you see profiles at your own pace, compare them side by side and speak to people directly.
Select Maid is built for employers, agencies and domestic workers. Employers can search by city and by the type of help they need, so you can start with the place you live.
What Kinds of Help Can You Look For?
- Live-in help: someone who stays at your home. Suits families who need support through the day and night.
- Live-out or part-time help: someone who comes for a few hours. Suits cleaning, cooking or a fixed daily routine.
- Nanny or child carer: someone to look after children while parents work.
- Cook: someone for daily meals, often with a particular cuisine in mind.
- Patient care or elder care: someone to support a family member who needs regular help at home.
Be clear about which kind you need before you start. Asking for everything from one person usually leads to disappointment.
How to Use an Online Maid Portal, Step by Step
- Write your requirement. Note the city, the type of help, the hours, the tasks and any language or food preferences.
- Register on the portal. You normally need a name, phone number and email.
- Browse profiles. Filter by city and role. Look at the details each person has shared.
- Show interest in a few profiles. Pick three or four rather than one, so you have choices.
- Speak to each person. A short call tells you a lot about how they communicate.
- Verify and agree terms. See the section below before you finalise.
On Select Maid, you can browse the list of maids and then follow the steps on the site to contact the people you like. Read what the site says about how contact details are shared and what any package includes before you pay for anything.
Check Before You Hire
A portal helps you find people. It is still your job to check them. Do not assume that a profile on any website has been verified for you.
- Ask for a government photo ID and keep a copy.
- Ask for a local address and a reference you can call.
- Where it applies, consider a police verification through the proper local process.
- Meet the person at your home before the first day, with another family member present.
- Start with a trial period so both sides can see if it works.
Agree Terms in Writing
Write down the working hours, the tasks, the weekly day off, leave, notice period and how pay will be given. Both sides should keep a copy. A clear note on day one avoids most disagreements later.
Tips for Agencies and Job Seekers
Select Maid is also used by agencies and by people looking for domestic work. Agencies can list their workers, and job seekers can create a profile. If you are looking for work, add a clear photo, say honestly what you can do and keep your phone reachable.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Hiring the first profile you see.
- Skipping the ID and reference check because the person seems nice.
- Leaving duties vague.
- Paying in advance without reading what is included.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which cities does Select Maid cover?
Check the Select Maid website for the cities it currently covers, and search by your city.
Can I browse profiles before I pay?
The site explains how browsing and contacting work. Read its current terms so you know what is free and what is not.
Does a portal check the workers for me?
Do not assume so. Always do your own ID, address and reference checks.
Which is better, live-in or part-time help?
It depends on your home and routine. Live-in suits round-the-clock needs. Part-time suits fixed tasks and smaller homes.
How many profiles should I contact?
Three or four is a good number. It gives you a choice without taking too long.
Next Step
Write down what you need, then browse profiles on Select Maid and compare them calmly before you decide.