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Moovalur Ramamirtham Ammaiyar Higher Education Assurance Scheme

The scheme “Moovalur Ramamirtham Ammaiyar Higher Education Assurance Scheme” was launched by the Department of Social Welfare & Women Empowerment, Government of Tamil Nadu.

Authority

State

Region

Tamil Nadu

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- All girl students who studied from Classes 6th to 12th in Government schools will be paid ₹1,000/- per month till the completion of their undergraduate degree, diploma, ITI, and any other recognized course. | - The assistance amount under this scheme will be disbursed directly into the student’s Bank Account. | - The students shall be eligible for this in addition to other scholarships.

Who can apply

The applicant should be residing in the state of Tamil Nadu.; The applicant should be a student.; The applicant should be a female to avail of benefits from this scheme.; All girl students who studied from Classes 6th to 12th in Government schools of Tamil Nadu are eligible to apply under the scheme.; The assistance can be extended to any number of girl students in a family pursuing higher education at recognized Institutions/Colleges/Universities.; The girl students should pursue their education in recognized courses and colleges/universities.; Only the first course of higher education will be considered as an eligible factor.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is the “Moovalur Ramamirtham Ammaiyar Higher Education Assurance Scheme”?

The scheme has been launched by the Government of Tamil Nadu to enhance the enrolment ratio of girls from Government schools to Higher Education Institutions. The enrolment ratio of girl students from Government schools in higher education is very low and hence, this scheme will help to promote higher education among girls belonging to economically weaker families.

Which department has launched this scheme?

Social Welfare & Women Empowerment Department, Government of Tamil Nadu

Who is eligible to get the benefits under the scheme?

All girl students who studied from Classes 6th to 12th in Government schools of Tamil Nadu are eligible to apply under the scheme.

Is this scheme only for girl students?

Yes, this scheme is only for girl students.

Is this scheme only for a resident of Tamil Nadu?

Yes, the applicant should be residing in the state of Tamil Nadu.

What is the benefit of the scheme?

All girl students who studied from Classes 6th to 12th in Government schools will be paid [?]1,000/- per month till the completion of their undergraduate degree, diploma, ITI, and any other recognized course.

Am I eligible to apply in the case of already receiving other scholarship?

Yes, the students shall be eligible for this in addition to other scholarships.

How many girls can avail of the benefits of the scheme in a family?

The assistance can be extended to any number of girl students in a family pursuing higher education at recognized Institutions/Colleges/Universities.

Can I also get the benefits of the scheme for Post-Graduation courses?

No, no only the first course of higher education (undergraduate degree, diploma, ITI, and any other recognized course) will be considered as an eligible factor.

Is it mandatory for the girl students to have a bank account?

Yes, the girl students should have a bank account in any of the four core banks viz., Indian Bank, Canara Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, and SBI.

How can I apply under the scheme?

To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicants (girl students) can apply for the scheme directly through Official Portal 'Penkalvi'. https://penkalvi.tn.gov.in/index.php