Scholarship for Girls in Tamil Nadu
The Tamil Nadu Government offers multiple scholarship schemes for girls to promote education, reduce dropout rates, and support students from economically weaker sections. These scholarships are available for school, diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional courses.
For any scholarship-related query in Tamil Nadu, students should regularly check the official Tamil Nadu Scholarship Portal and college notice boards.
Major Government Scholarships for Girls in Tamil Nadu
| Scholarship Name |
Level |
Amount |
Category |
| Pudhumai Penn Scheme |
Class 6 to Higher Education |
₹1,000 per month |
All Girls |
| Moovalur Ramamirtham Ammaiyar Scheme |
Higher Education |
₹1,000 per month |
Girls Students |
| BC / MBC Scholarship |
School & College |
₹1,000 – ₹12,000 |
BC / MBC Girls |
| SC / ST Scholarship |
School to PG |
Up to ₹25,000 |
SC / ST Girls |
Pudhumai Penn Scheme – Complete Details
The Pudhumai Penn Scheme provides financial assistance to girls students studying from Class 6 onwards who have studied in government schools.
- Monthly Assistance: ₹1,000
- Direct bank transfer
- Applicable till completion of education
Eligibility
- Girl student resident of Tamil Nadu
- Studied in Government School
- Regular attendance in school/college
Moovalur Ramamirtham Ammaiyar Scheme
This scheme supports girls pursuing higher education to prevent early marriage and encourage employment-oriented studies.
- Amount: ₹1,000 per month
- For diploma, UG, PG students
- Paid directly to bank account
BC / MBC / DNC Scholarship for Girls
Backward Class (BC), Most Backward Class (MBC), and Denotified Community (DNC) girl students can apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship Amount
- School students: ₹1,000 – ₹3,000
- College students: ₹5,000 – ₹12,000
SC / ST Scholarship for Girls in Tamil Nadu
Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) girls are eligible for higher scholarship amounts including tuition fee reimbursement.
- Maintenance allowance
- Tuition fee reimbursement
- Book and hostel allowance
Private Scholarships for Girls in Tamil Nadu
| Scholarship |
Provider |
Amount |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship |
AICTE |
₹50,000 per year |
| ONGC Scholarship |
ONGC |
₹48,000 per year |
| Tata Trust Scholarship |
Tata Group |
Variable |
Documents Required for Tamil Nadu Girls Scholarship
- Aadhaar Card
- Income Certificate
- Community Certificate
- Bank Passbook
- Bonafide Certificate
- Previous Year Marksheet
- Passport Size Photo
How to Apply for Scholarship in Tamil Nadu?
- Visit Tamil Nadu Scholarship Portal
- Register using Aadhaar and mobile number
- Fill application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Submit and track application status
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is scholarship available for private college girls?
Yes, many Tamil Nadu scholarships are applicable for private college students.
Can a student apply for multiple scholarships?
No, usually only one government scholarship is allowed.
When is the scholarship amount credited?
Amount is generally credited between January to March.
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