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Pudhumai Penn Scheme

School Education Department, Tamil Nadu

💰 Benefit: ₹1,000/month

iAbout This Scheme

Monthly stipend of ₹1,000 provided to girls who studied in Tamil Nadu government schools and are now pursuing higher education (college/polytechnic/ITI), to reduce dropout and promote women's education.

🎁Key Benefits

₹1,000 per month stipend for the duration of higher education
Covers degree, diploma (polytechnic), and ITI courses
Direct bank transfer — no intermediary
Encourages continuation of education beyond Class 12

✅Eligibility Criteria

1
Must have studied in a Tamil Nadu government school from Class 6 to 12
2
Must currently be enrolled in a government college, polytechnic, or ITI
3
Annual family income below ₹2.5 lakh

Gender

female

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📝How to Apply

Apply at Institution

Collect and fill the Pudhumai Penn application form from your college or ITI.

Submit with Documents

Attach school certificates, Aadhaar, income certificate, and submit to institution welfare desk.

Verification

Institution verifies government school attendance record and forwards to district office.

Monthly Credit

₹1,000 is credited monthly to the student's Aadhaar-linked bank account.

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Can girls who studied in private schools apply?

No, only girls who completed schooling in Tamil Nadu government schools are eligible.

Is this in addition to other scholarships?

Yes, Pudhumai Penn is a state stipend and can be availed alongside central scholarships like NSP.

Required Documents

Class 10 and 12 mark sheets (from government school)
College/polytechnic enrollment certificate
Aadhaar Card
Bank account passbook
Income certificate

Required Documents

Class 10 and 12 mark sheets (from government school)
College/polytechnic enrollment certificate
Aadhaar Card
Bank account passbook
Income certificate

Quick Info

Ministry: School Education Department, Tamil Nadu
Category: education
State: TN
Benefit: ₹1,000/month

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Source: Source: TN School Education Dept — ₹1,000/month for girls from government schools now in higher education.

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Pudhumai Penn Scheme

School Education Department, Tamil Nadu

💰 Benefit: ₹1,000/month

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iAbout This Scheme

🎁Key Benefits

₹1,000 per month stipend for the duration of higher education
Covers degree, diploma (polytechnic), and ITI courses
Direct bank transfer — no intermediary
Encourages continuation of education beyond Class 12

✅Eligibility Criteria

1
Must have studied in a Tamil Nadu government school from Class 6 to 12
2
Must currently be enrolled in a government college, polytechnic, or ITI
3
Annual family income below ₹2.5 lakh

Gender

female

🤖

Not sure if you qualify?

Use our AI to check your eligibility in 30 seconds

Check Now

📝How to Apply

Apply at Institution

Collect and fill the Pudhumai Penn application form from your college or ITI.

Submit with Documents

Attach school certificates, Aadhaar, income certificate, and submit to institution welfare desk.

Verification

Institution verifies government school attendance record and forwards to district office.

Monthly Credit

₹1,000 is credited monthly to the student's Aadhaar-linked bank account.

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Can girls who studied in private schools apply?

No, only girls who completed schooling in Tamil Nadu government schools are eligible.

Is this in addition to other scholarships?

Yes, Pudhumai Penn is a state stipend and can be availed alongside central scholarships like NSP.

Required Documents

Class 10 and 12 mark sheets (from government school)
College/polytechnic enrollment certificate
Aadhaar Card
Bank account passbook
Income certificate

Required Documents

Class 10 and 12 mark sheets (from government school)
College/polytechnic enrollment certificate
Aadhaar Card
Bank account passbook
Income certificate

Quick Info

Ministry: School Education Department, Tamil Nadu
Category: education
State: TN
Benefit: ₹1,000/month

Verified from official source

Source: Source: TN School Education Dept — ₹1,000/month for girls from government schools now in higher education.

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Pudhumai Penn Scheme

iAbout This Scheme

🎁Key Benefits

✅Eligibility Criteria

📝How to Apply

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Required Documents

Required Documents

Quick Info

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Pudhumai Penn Scheme

iAbout This Scheme

🎁Key Benefits

✅Eligibility Criteria

📝How to Apply

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Required Documents

Required Documents

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