Government Schemes in Tamil Nadu 2025
Central and Tamil Nadu state schemes — eligibility, benefits, and how to apply
Tamil Nadu has Amma Two Wheeler scheme, Chief Minister's Health Insurance Scheme, and Moovalur Ramamirtham Ammaiyar Ninaivu Marriage Assistance scheme for SC/ST women.
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Tamil Nadu State Schemes
View all 236+Distribution of Sewing Machines at Free of Cost
This scheme, run by the Tamil Nadu government, provides free sewing machines to support tailors and garment workers from Backward Classes (BC), Most Backward Classes (MBC), and Denotified Communities (DNC). The aim is to help these workers improve their skills, start or expand their tailoring business, and increase their household income through self-employment.
View DetailsPrimary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank: For Tractor Purchase
This scheme helps farmers in Tamil Nadu purchase tractors by providing specialized loans through Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Banks. The bank finances up to 90% of the tractor's cost, making it easier for farmers to afford modern farming equipment. This scheme aims to improve agricultural productivity and mechanization in rural areas of Tamil Nadu.
View DetailsDistrict Central Cooperative Banks and through its Branches: For Working Women
This scheme provides financial assistance to working women in Tamil Nadu through loans offered by District Central Cooperative Banks and their branches. The scheme is designed to support women who are employed or self-employed by providing affordable credit. Working women can borrow up to ₹20,000 at a 12% annual interest rate to meet their financial needs.
View DetailsLarge Sized Multi Purpose Coop. Society: Jewel Loan (Interest Free)
This is an interest-free jewel loan scheme offered by Large Sized Multi Purpose Cooperative Societies in Tamil Nadu. It helps citizens borrow money by pledging their gold or jewelry as security, without paying any interest charges. The scheme is designed to provide quick financial assistance for various needs like medical emergencies, education, or other urgent expenses. Members of the cooperative society can access loans up to ₹1,00,000 without the burden of interest.
View DetailsBook Bank Scheme: II
The Book Bank Scheme II is a Tamil Nadu government initiative that provides free textbooks to Adi Dravidar and Tribal students enrolled in professional courses such as Medical, Engineering, Law, and MBA programs. The scheme aims to reduce the financial burden of textbook purchases for economically disadvantaged students. Students must return the books to the library after completing their course.
View DetailsPrize Schemes to the Students (State Level Prizes)
This is a state-level prize scheme run by the Tamil Nadu government to recognize and reward students from Backward Classes (BC), Most Backward Classes (MBC), and Denotified Communities (DNC) who excel in their academic examinations. The scheme supports students studying in government, government-aided, and private schools across Tamil Nadu. It aims to encourage educational excellence among socially and economically disadvantaged student communities.
View DetailsAward of ₹20,000/- to Best Writers
This Tamil Nadu government scheme recognizes and rewards talented writers from marginalized communities. It provides cash awards to the best writers from Adi Dravidar, Tribal, and Adi Dravidar communities converted to Christianity, plus one writer from other communities. The scheme aims to promote literary talent and support writers financially while celebrating diverse voices in Tamil literature.
View DetailsScheme for Meritorious Students to Pursue Higher Secondary Education in the Best Schools of Tamil Nadu
This Tamil Nadu government scheme helps the brightest students from government high schools continue their studies at top private schools. It recognizes the top 10 students from each district based on their 10th-grade public exam results. The scheme provides financial support so talented students can access quality higher secondary education across Tamil Nadu, regardless of their family's financial situation.
View DetailsDistrict Central Cooperative Banks and through its Branches: For Housing, House Construction, Repair Extension Loan
This scheme is run by District Central Cooperative Banks and their branches in Tamil Nadu to help citizens buy, build, or repair houses. It provides loans up to ₹10,00,000 for housing needs at an interest rate of 12% per year. The scheme aims to make home ownership affordable for working people and farmers in Tamil Nadu.
View DetailsDistrict Central Cooperative Banks and through its Branches: For Consumer Durables T.V., Fridge and Two Wheelers Loan
This is a consumer loan scheme offered by District Central Cooperative Banks across Tamil Nadu. It helps citizens purchase consumer durables like televisions, refrigerators, and two-wheelers by providing affordable credit. The scheme covers 75% of the product cost, making it easier for families to buy essential items without paying the full amount upfront.
View DetailsPopular Central Schemes for Tamil Nadu Residents
View allPradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)
Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana is a central government housing scheme run by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. It aims to provide affordable pucca (permanent) houses to poor families in both cities and villages. The scheme offers financial help and loan subsidies to enable low-income families to build or buy their own homes.
View DetailsPM Mudra Yojana
PM Mudra Yojana is a central government scheme run by the Ministry of Finance that provides collateral-free micro loans to help individuals start or expand small and micro businesses. The scheme is designed for non-corporate, non-farm entrepreneurs who want to become self-employed. Loans up to ₹10 lakh are available without requiring any collateral or security.
View DetailsPradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana
The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana is a central government scheme run by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. It provides free LPG (cooking gas) connections to women from poor households. The scheme aims to give families access to clean cooking fuel, reduce indoor air pollution, and improve the health of women and children.
View DetailsNational Scholarship Portal – Central Schemes
The National Scholarship Portal is a single online platform run by the Ministry of Education where students across India can apply for various Central Government scholarships. It offers scholarships at different education levels — from school (Pre-Matric) to college (Post-Matric) — as well as merit-based awards. The portal helps deserving students from SC, ST, OBC, and minority communities access financial support to continue their studies.
View DetailsAyushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana
Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) is India's largest health insurance scheme run by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. It provides free health coverage up to ₹5 lakh per family per year for hospital treatment. The scheme covers secondary and tertiary care at empanelled public and private hospitals across the country.
View DetailsPM Kisan Samman Nidhi
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi is a central government scheme run by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare. It provides direct cash support to small and marginal farmers across India to help with their farming needs. Every eligible farmer receives ₹6,000 per year, paid directly into their bank account in three equal payments.
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