State SchemeVerified for 2026
Pudhumai Penn Scheme (Tamil Nadu) Income Limit 2026
Maximum Annual Family Income
No Income Bar / Not specified
Income Verification Rules
Applicants must submit a valid annual income certificate issued by a competent revenue officer (such as a Tahsildar, Revenue Inspector, or Sub-Divisional Magistrate).
- The certificate must be in the name of the parent/legal guardian.
- Income certificates issued by private employers or self-declarations on plain paper are not accepted.
FAQs for Pudhumai Penn Scheme (Tamil Nadu)
Q.Is there any family income limit for the Pudhumai Penn scheme?
No, there is no family income limit. Any female student who studied in a government school from Class 6 to 12 is eligible.
Q.Are private college students eligible?
Yes, as long as the student completed her schooling (Classes 6–12) in a government school and is enrolled in a recognized higher education course.
Q.Is this scheme applicable for PG students?
No, the scheme is strictly for students pursuing their first undergraduate degree, diploma, or ITI course.
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helpline1800 425 2425, penkalvi@tn.gov.in