Women & Child Development Schemes in Tamil Nadu

21 schemes found

Browse 21 Women & Child Development government schemes available to residents of Tamil Nadu in 2026. This page combines centrally-sponsored women & child development programmes that residents of Tamil Nadu are eligible for, plus state-level women & child development schemes run by the Tamil Nadu government. For each scheme, you can review eligibility criteria, benefits, required documents, and the official application process — including state-specific portals, helplines, and recent disbursement updates where available.

Top 3 Women & Child Development schemes in Tamil Nadu

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Child Adoption - Tamil Nadu

The "Child Adoption - Tamil Nadu" scheme aims to provide a family for orphaned, abandoned, destitute and neglected children. According to Central Adoption Resou...

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Destitute Widow Pension Scheme

'Destitute Widow Pension Scheme' was launched by the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Dept, Tamil Nadu. A pension of ₹1,000 is provided to destitute widows ...

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Marriage Assistance - Folk Artist

The scheme "Marriage Assistance" was launched by the Art and Culture Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. This scheme provides financial assistance for the mar...

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WISE Post-Doctoral Fellowship

“WISE Post-Doctoral Fellowship” is a new programme of the Department of Science & Technology that aims to provide opportunities to women scientists & technologi...

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Women Helpline

Women Helpline provides 24X7 emergency and non-emergency response through telephonic short-code 181 to women...

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Women & Child Development in Tamil Nadu — FAQs

How many Women & Child Development schemes are available in Tamil Nadu?

There are 21 Women & Child Development schemes currently listed on DeshSeva for residents of Tamil Nadu, combining both centrally-sponsored and state-run programmes.

Who can apply for Women & Child Development schemes in Tamil Nadu?

Eligibility varies per scheme. Generally, residents of Tamil Nadu with valid identity (Aadhaar) and state residency proof can apply for the central women & child development schemes; state-level programmes additionally check Tamil Nadu domicile and category-specific criteria like income, age, occupation or BPL status.

How do I apply for a Women & Child Development scheme in Tamil Nadu online?

Open any scheme card below and read its application steps. Centrally-sponsored schemes are typically applied at the national portal, while Tamil Nadu-run programmes use the state department's portal. Each scheme page on DeshSeva links the exact official portal and helpline.

Is this list of Women & Child Development schemes for Tamil Nadu up to date for 2026?

Yes — DeshSeva keeps the Women & Child Development × Tamil Nadu scheme list refreshed against the latest centrally-sponsored notifications and state department updates. Each scheme page also shows a "Last updated" date so you know when it was reviewed.

What documents do I typically need for Women & Child Development schemes in Tamil Nadu?

Most Women & Child Development applications in Tamil Nadu require Aadhaar, Tamil Nadu residency proof, a bank account in the applicant's name, a recent photograph, and category-specific documents (caste/income/disability/BPL certificate where applicable). The exact list is on each scheme page.