Pension Scheme - Folk Artist
in Tamil Nadu
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Pension Scheme - Folk Artist in Tamil Nadu
Pension Scheme - Folk Artist is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Tamil Nadu.
Apply for Pension Scheme - Folk Artist in Tamil Nadu
Scheme Overview
The "Pension Scheme" was launched by the Art and Culture Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. The scheme aims to provide a pension to the registered folk artists.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a registered folk artist.
The applicant's age should be 60 years or above.
The artist must have worked continuously in their profession for at least five years.
Disabled folk artists (sick and unable to work) who are under 60 but have been registered with the board for five continuous years are eligible for a pension.
Benefits
Pension of ₹300/- per month.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Two Passport-size Photograph. |
| 2 | Original Registration Card of the Folk Artist. |
| 3 | Original Receipt for Registration and Last Renewal. |
| 4 | Disability Certificate (issued by a Medical Officer, not below the rank of Civil Surgeon under his name and seal should be enclosed in original) (If disabled). |
How to Apply in Tamil Nadu
Application Process:
Offline Application Process:
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the regional office and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form VIII & VIIIA from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in app…
Offline Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the regional office and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form VIII & VIIIA from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Offline Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Assistant Director/Deputy Director in the regional offices.
Offline Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Assistant Director/Deputy Director in the regional offices.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the Assistant Director/Deputy Director to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identifica…
Offline Selection Procedure: The Board shall examine every application for pension and may accept or reject the claim. The decision of the Board is final. Before rejecting a claim, the Board will give the applicant a reasonable opportunity to make a representation.
Common questions in Tamil Nadu
Who can apply for Pension Scheme - Folk Artist in Tamil Nadu?
Eligible residents of Tamil Nadu who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Pension Scheme - Folk Artist. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Pension Scheme - Folk Artist in Tamil Nadu?
Applicants in Tamil Nadu typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Registered folk artists who have completed sixty years of age or those registered for five continuous years who have become disabled due to sickness.