Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Scheme 2026 – Apply Online for ₹1000 at kmut.tn.gov.in

Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Scheme 2026, also known as “Artist Women’s Rights Scheme” has been launched by the state government of Tamil Nadu to provide financial support to women. This scheme helps financially weak women live more independently by offering direct monetary assistance of Rs. 1000 per month. Women across Tamil Nadu who meet the eligibility requirements can apply easily through the official portal kmut.tn.gov.in.

Kalaignar Magalir Urimai financial aid scheme empowers women by transferring Rs. 1000 directly to their bank accounts through the DBT system. This scheme helps women reduce their dependency on others and boosts their economic participation in the state.

Latest Update: Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu said the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai Scheme will continue without any break. He said the scheme values the unpaid work of women and has become a model for the country. He warned that stopping the scheme would lead to unrest in the State. He added that the government under Chief Minister M.K. Stalin stays committed to social justice and federal principles. The State has also started using the term Sri Lankan Tamils instead of refugees to recognize their identity.

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Apply Online for Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Scheme 2026

STEP 1: Visit the official website of the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Scheme at https://kmut.tn.gov.in/index.html

STEP 2: On the homepage, click on the ‘Apply Online or Login‘ option to access the application form.

STEP 3: Login using your existing user ID and password or create new account by entering your mobile number to open the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Scheme application form.

STEP 4: Fill in all the details in the application form, carefully review and submit the form to complete the application process.

Offline Application Process

You can also visit the official e Sevai centers (CSC) in your area with all the required documents to apply offline for Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Scheme.

You can check the list of e Sevai centers in your area at the official website using this link.

You can use search option to search eSevai centers in your area by entering any of the district name, taluk name, firka name or village name.

How to Check Application Status

STEP 1: Go to the official Kalaignar Magalir Urimai website.

STEP 2: Select the ‘check status or login’ option on the homepage.

STEP 3: Enter your Aadhar card number and the OTP received on your mobile number.

STEP 4: Click on the ‘login’ button to see your application status.

Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Scheme 2026

Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Scheme aims to uplift women from economically vulnerable backgrounds in Tamil Nadu by providing them with financial help. The government transfers Rs. 1000 as a direct benefit to eligible female residents. This support is designed to allow recipients more financial freedom whether through education, self-employment, or starting a small business.

One of the primary objectives of this scheme is to recognize the hard work of women who have worked tirelessly throughout their lives for their families. The annual entitlement of Rs. 12,000 is to improve the livelihood of women, raise their standard of living, and pave the way for them to live with self-respect in society.

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Key Details

Who Can Apply? Eligibility

• Must be a permanent female resident of Tamil Nadu
• Age should be 21 years or above (recent update specifies 21 years as minimum age for new registrations)
• Should belong to a financially weak household
• Annual family income should be below Rs. 2.5 lakh
• Land holding should be less than 5 acres wetland or 10 acres dryland
• Electricity consumption should be less than 3600 units per year
• No ownership of four-wheelers
• Not paying GST or income tax
• Not government employees or pensioners
• Only one woman beneficiary per ration card

Financial Assistance Under the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Scheme

Each eligible woman approved under this scheme will receive a financial aid amount of INR 1000 directly into her bank account every month. This amount can be used for daily expenses or to support self-empowerment activities such as education or starting a small business.

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Required Documents for Application

• Aadhar Card
• Email ID
• Mobile Phone Number
• Electricity Bill (as address proof)
• Address Proof Document
• PAN Card

Contact Information

If you need help or have questions about the scheme, you can contact the Tamil Nadu government’s helpline number: 044-25619208.