Pudhumai Penn Scheme

अंतिम अपडेट: 03/07/2026

पुधुमई पेण्ण योजना

Benefit₹1,000 / month (to girl students)

Who is eligibleGirl students of TN who studied in govt schools

Ministry / Dept.School Education Department, Tamil Nadu

Last dateAs per academic session

What is the scheme?

A Tamil Nadu government scheme giving girls who studied Classes 6–12 in govt schools ₹1,000 a month for higher education.

Key Benefits

₹1,000 per month during higher education
For girls who studied Classes 6–12 in govt schools
Up to graduation/diploma/ITI
Directly to account

Eligibility (Who can apply?)

Girl student resident of Tamil Nadu
Studied Classes 6–12 in a govt school
Enrolled in higher education

Documents Required

Aadhaar
School/college proof
Bank account

How to Apply

Via college/institution on penkalvi.tn.gov.in
Verification
Amount to account

Apply on the official portal →

Frequently Asked Questions

How much?₹1,000/month.

For whom?Girls who studied in govt schools.

For how long?During higher education.

Stay alert — avoid fraud: Genuine government schemes are always free or officially subsidised. Never pay an agent, never download APKs from unknown links, and never share your bank/OTP details. Apply only through official .gov.in portals.