What this scheme offers
Introduced in 2024 after Pudhumai Penn showed results for girls, Tamizh Pudhalvan extends the same support to boys: ₹1,000 a month for students who studied in Tamil Nadu government schools from Class 6 to 12 and go on to higher education. Together the two schemes had supported more than 12 lakh students by early 2026, with ₹1,831 crore spent. The new government confirmed in May 2026 that it continues.
Who is eligible
- Boy student who studied in a Tamil Nadu government school from Class 6 to Class 12.
- Enrolled in a first undergraduate degree, diploma, ITI or professional course at a recognised institution.
- Has his own bank account.
Documents required
- Class 6–12 school study certificates (government school)
- Admission/bonafide certificate from the institution
- Aadhaar card
- Bank account details in the student's own name
How to apply
- Apply through your college/institute's nodal officer, who registers eligible students on the scheme portal.
- Submit school study proof, admission details and bank account.
- The institution verifies enrolment.
- ₹1,000 is credited monthly until the course is completed.