Child Adoption - Tamil Nadu
✓ Information verified — April 2026This Tamil Nadu government scheme helps provide loving families for children who are orphaned, abandoned, or neglected. Run by the Department of Social Welfare in coordination with the Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA), it aims to give these children a permanent, legal family and a better future. The scheme supports both prospective adoptive parents and the children in need of care.
What You Get
- Legal recognition of child as legitimate family member
- Support and guidance throughout the adoption process
- Post-adoption counselling and follow-up services
- Access to social welfare benefits for adopted children
- Registration and documentation assistance
Who Can Apply
- Age: 25–110 years
- Residence: Tamil Nadu residents only
- Must be an Indian citizen
- Should be mentally and physically fit
- Must have stable financial means to support a child
- Age requirement: typically between 25-60 years
- Should have genuine intention to provide care and love
- Married couples, single women, and widows can adopt (eligibility may vary by case)
- Must comply with Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act or applicable family law
Documents Needed
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- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. PAN Card
- 3. Income Certificate
- 4. Marriage Certificate
- 5. Medical Fitness Certificate
- 6. Character Certificate
- 7. Bank Passbook
- 8. House Ownership Documents
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Tamil Nadu
- Category
- Women & Child
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 25–110 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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