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Social welfare & Empowerment; Women and Child; Education & Learning

Free Supply of Note Books to the Children of Poor Widows

The Social Welfare and Nutritious Meal Programme Department, Government of Tamil Nadu launched the "Free Supply of Note Books to the Children of Poor Widows" scheme to supply notebooks to children of poor widows studying up to higher secondary courses and govt. children homes and service homes.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Tamil Nadu

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Note Books are supplied free of cost as mentioned below: | - 1st to 2nd Standard – Books worth ₹50/- (per child per annum). | - 3rd to 5th Standard - Books worth ₹125/- (per child per annum). | - 6th to 8th Standard - Books worth 175/- (per child per annum). | - 9th to 10th Standard - Books worth ₹300/- (per child per annum). | - 11th to 12th Standard - Books worth ₹600/- (per child per annum).

Who can apply

The applicant should be a child of a poor widow.; The applicant should be a student.; The applicant should be studying in higher secondary.; The applicant's family income should not exceed ₹24,000/- per annum.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the primary objective of this scheme?

The objective is to supply notebooks to children of poor widows studying up to the higher secondary course.

Are children in government children's homes eligible for this scheme?

Yes, the scheme has been extended to children in Government Children Homes and Service Homes.

When are the benefits of the scheme provided to the children?

The benefits are provided at the beginning of the academic year

Is there an age limit for children to qualify for this scheme?

No specific age limit is mentioned in the scheme.

Which officers can be contacted for more information about the scheme?

District Social Welfare Officer, Extension Officer (SW), and Rural Welfare Officer (Women) can be contacted for more information.

What is the probable time limit for processing applications?

Applications are processed at the beginning of the academic year.

Who should grievances regarding the scheme be reported to at the district level?

Grievances should be reported to District Collectors or District Social Welfare Officers at the district level.

Who should be contacted at the state level for issues related to the scheme?

Issues at the state level should be reported to the Director of Social Welfare, Chepauk, Chennai-600 005.

What is the income limit for a family to be eligible for this scheme?

The family income should not exceed [?]24,000/- per annum.

What recommendation is needed from the school for the application?

A recommendation from the headmaster/headmistress of the school with details of the class is needed.