About this education scheme
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.
The scheme "Free Supply of Note Books to the Children of Poor Widows" was launched by the Social Welfare and Nutritious Meal Programme Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. The scheme aims to supply notebooks to children of poor widows studying up to higher secondary courses. The scheme has been extended to children in govt. children's homes and service homes.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Free Supply of Note Books to the Children of Poor Widows (FSNBCPW) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Social Welfare and Nutritious Meal Programme Department |
| Benefit type | In kind (goods, services or support, not cash) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | State · Tamil Nadu |
| Official portal | cms.tn.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Family income limit | Up to Rs. 24,000 per year |
| Age | 5 to 18 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 5 to 18 years
- 💰Income Rs. 24,000 tak
- 🎓Students only
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Note Books are supplied free of cost as mentioned below:
- 1st to 2nd Standard – Books worth Rs. 50/- (per child per annum).
- 3rd to 5th Standard - Books worth Rs. 125/- (per child per annum).
- 6th to 8th Standard - Books worth 175/- (per child per annum).
- 9th to 10th Standard - Books worth Rs. 300/- (per child per annum).
- 11th to 12th Standard - Books worth Rs. 600/- (per child per annum).
Who qualifies
- 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 Rs. 24,000/- per annum.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the District Social Welfare Officer/Extension Officer (SW)/Rural Welfare Officer (Women) and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form 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).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Social Welfare Officer/Extension Officer (SW)/Rural Welfare Officer (Women)
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the District Social Welfare Officer/Extension Officer (SW)/Rural Welfare Officer (Women) 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 identification number (if applicable).
Frequently asked 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 Rs. 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.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
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