For students who have completed school and are now going to college, the government has announced a scheme called “Tamil Pudhalvan,” under which they will provide ₹1000 every month starting from August 9th. For girls who have already completed school and joined college, there’s a scheme called “Pudumaippen” through which they are already receiving ₹1000 monthly. However, when applying for that scheme, some girls provided incorrect details, such as wrong bank account information, which caused issues.
There were some problems with the amount being credited to their accounts due to these errors. So, in this guide, we’ll look at what mistakes students should avoid when applying for this scheme and how to apply correctly.
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Tamil Pudhalvan Scheme 2025 Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Tamil Pudhalvan Scheme |
| Launched By | Government of Tamil Nadu |
| Purpose | To provide financial support to male students for higher education |
| Beneficiaries | Boys studying in government schools from Class 6 to 12 |
| Financial Aid | ₹1,000 per month |
| Launch Year | 2025 |
| Applicable State | Tamil Nadu |
| Eligible Institutions | Government and government-aided schools |
| Implementing Body | Department of School Education, Tamil Nadu |
| Application Mode | Through school or official online portal (to be confirmed) |
| Disbursement Frequency | Monthly |
| Benefit Duration | Until completion of Class 12 |
| Official Website | To be announced by the Tamil Nadu Government |
| Application Start Date | Expected from July 2025 (Exact date to be confirmed) |
| First Disbursement Date | Expected from August 2025 |
Eligibility Criteria Tamil Pudhalvan Scheme
If you’re wondering who is eligible to apply for this scheme,
- you must have studied from 6th to 12th grade in a government school.
- If you studied in an aided school, you should have studied in the Tamil medium.
- In that case, you can apply for this scheme. You might be studying in college now be it arts and science, engineering, or any vocational course you are eligible to apply for this scheme.
- However, you must have studied in a government school, or if you studied in an aided school, it should have been in the Tamil medium.
- If you say, “I studied in a government school but moved to a vocational course after 8th, 9th, or 10th grade,” you can still apply for this scheme, as vocational courses are also applicable.
Applying from Inside and Outside Tamil Nadu – Pudhalvan Scheme
If you’re studying at an IIT, NIT, or IISc outside Tamil Nadu under the Union Government, you can still apply for this scheme, provided you studied in a government school or an aided school in Tamil medium. There’s a state-level management unit for this scheme where you can apply.
If you’re pursuing arts and science, engineering, or vocational courses within Tamil Nadu, you can apply through your college. In your college, there will be a nodal officer whom you can contact to apply for this scheme. They will provide you with a form, and you just need to fill it out.
Required Details for Application – Pudhalvan Scheme
The most important details required in the form are your EMIS number (the proof of your school education) and your Aadhaar card. The Aadhaar card must be linked to your bank account, and the mobile number linked to your Aadhaar should receive OTPs. This is very important.
The reason this is crucial is because some people made mistakes earlier when applying, especially with bank account details. The payment for this scheme is made online, directly to your bank account. So, having the correct bank account details is extremely important. Your Aadhaar card must be linked and seeded with your bank account.
Understanding Aadhaar Seeding
Seeding means linking your Aadhaar card to a primary bank account. You may have multiple bank accounts linked to your Aadhaar, but for government schemes like this, the amount will only be credited to the primary account that is seeded with your Aadhaar. For example, if you’ve seeded your Aadhaar with an SBI or Indian Bank account, the amount will be credited to that account only.
Assistance for Opening Bank Accounts
If you don’t have a bank account, the nodal officer will arrange camps to help you open a zero-balance account and assist with Aadhaar seeding. So, take the form, go to the nodal officer at your college, and they will provide the form. Fill it out correctly, and they’ll help you apply online.
Verification Process
- After applying, there will be a verification process to confirm that you studied in a government school and are currently enrolled in college.
- The bank will also verify if your account and Aadhaar are correctly linked. Once verified, your application will be registered.
- After applying at your college, you’ll receive a message on your mobile with a user ID for the Tamil Pudhalvan scheme.
- You can use this ID to check the status of your application, whether the amount has been credited, or any other details on the website or app.
- All updates, like application registration or amount crediting, will be sent as messages to your mobile.
How To Check Aadhaar Seeding Status
To check if your Aadhaar is seeded with your bank account,
- visit the UIDAI website. Go to “My Aadhaar,” select “Aadhaar Services,” and click on “Bank Seeding Status.”
- Enter your Aadhaar number, receive an OTP on your linked mobile number, and check which bank account is seeded with your Aadhaar.
- If no seeding is shown, visit your bank, fill out a form, and they’ll handle the seeding process.
The government prefers that the account be with a nationalized bank for smoother processing. If you don’t have an account, your college will organize camps to open zero-balance accounts and assist with Aadhaar seeding.
Will You ELigibile For This Scheme If Already Applied To Other
If you’re wondering whether you can apply for the Tamil Pudhalvan scheme if your sister is already receiving funds under the Pudumaippen scheme or if your brother is in college, the answer is yes. You are eligible to apply for this scheme regardless of other government schemes you or your family members are benefiting from.
Implementation and Next Steps
The Tamil Nadu government will implement this scheme from August 9th. Find out from your college when they’ll distribute the application forms and follow the procedure explained. If you have any doubts about the scheme, contact the nodal officer at your college. They’ll clarify everything and inform you when the process starts. Make sure to apply without fail.