Assistance for Purchase of Spectacles - Folk Artists
✓ Information verified — June 2026The "Assistance for Purchase of Spectacles" scheme was launched by the Art and Culture Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. Under this scheme, the Tamil Nadu Folk Artiste's Welfare Board provides financial assistance for the purchase of spectacles to registered folk artists.
What You Get
- Financial assistance for purchasing spectacles
- Support for registered folk artists to maintain their eyesight and continue their artistic work
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–60 years
- Residence: Tamil Nadu residents only
- Must be registered with Tamil Nadu Folk Artiste's Welfare Board
- Must be a recognized folk artist in Tamil Nadu
- Must require spectacles for vision correction
Documents Needed
0/5 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Folk Artist Registration Certificate
- 3. Prescription from Eye Doctor
- 4. Bank Passbook
- 5. Address Proof
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Tamil Nadu
- Category
- Financial
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–60 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
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