Education Assistance - Folk Artist

About This Scheme

The "Education Assistance - Folk Artist" scheme was launched by the Art and Culture Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. This scheme provides financial assistance for the education of the children of registered folk artists. The assistance aims to support the educational pursuits of their children from school to higher education, including vocational and professional courses.

Eligibility

1. The registered folk artist's son or daughter. 1. The registered folk artist must have no dues payable to the Board. 1. The registered folk artist's son or daughter should be studying in a government or government-recognized institution. 1. Assistance is available for up to two children per family. 1. If both husband and wife are registered folk artists, only one of them is eligible for this assistance.

Benefits

Financial Assistance for the children of registered folk artistes - Girl and Boy children studying 10th - ₹1,000/- - Girl children studying 11th - ₹1,000/- - Girl and Boy children studying 12th - ₹1,500/- - Regular Degree Course with Hostel facility - ₹3,250/- - Regular Post Graduate Course with Hostel facility - ₹5,000/- - Professional Degree Course with Hostel facility - ₹6,000/- - Professional PG Course with Hostel facility - ₹10,000/- - ITI or Polytechnic Course with Hostel Facility - ₹2,200/-

How to Apply

Where This Comes From

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