Scheme of Extending Financial Assistance to Folk Artists, Troupes for the Purchase of Musical Instruments, Costumes
✓ Information verified — April 2026This scheme, run by the Art and Culture Department of the Tamil Nadu Government, provides financial help to folk artists and cultural groups. It supports the purchase of musical instruments and costumes needed for performances. The scheme aims to preserve and promote traditional folk art and culture in Tamil Nadu.
What You Get
- ₹2,000 financial assistance for individual folk artists
- ₹6,000 financial assistance for cultural troupes and groups
- Support for purchasing traditional musical instruments
- Support for buying costumes and performance attire
Who Can Apply
- Gender: Male only
- Age: 18–100 years
- Residence: Tamil Nadu residents only
- Must be a folk artist or member of a recognized cultural troupe
- Should be engaged in traditional folk art performances
- Must be a resident of Tamil Nadu
- Should have a valid bank account for fund transfer
Documents Needed
0/5 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Bank Passbook
- 3. Identity Proof
- 4. Performance Certificate
- 5. Group Registration Certificate
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
- Employment
- Target Gender
- Male
- Age Group
- 18–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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