Before you apply, check whether you meet the Magalir Urimai Thogai eligibility criteria. Below are the commonly notified conditions for the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai scheme — always confirm the latest rules on the official portal.
Eligibility Criteria
- Woman who is the head of the family (family / ration card holder)
- Age 21 years or above
- Annual family income up to ₹2,50,000 (₹2.5 lakh)
- Landholding within the notified limit (up to 5 acres of wet land or 10 acres of dry land)
- Only one eligible woman per family / household
- Family is not an income-tax payer / GST holder (as per notified exclusions)
- Family does not own a four-wheeler (other than tractor / taxi as notified)
Quick Eligibility Summary
| Scheme Name | Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai (Madhippumigu Magalir Thittam) |
|---|---|
| Tamil Name | கலைஞர் மகளிர் உரிமைத் தொகை (மதிப்புமிகு மகளிர் திட்டம்) |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Department | Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department, Government of Tamil Nadu |
| Beneficiaries | Eligible women heads of families |
| Monthly Benefit | ₹1,000 (via DBT) |
| Mode of Payment | Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to bank account |
| Apply Mode | Online (KMUT portal) or offline (e-Sevai centre / camp) |
| Official Portal | https://kmut.tn.gov.in |
| Helpline | Women Helpline 181 · or contact your nearest e-Sevai centre / Taluk (VAO) office for assistance |
Who May Not Be Eligible
Families that are income-tax payers / GST holders, own a four-wheeler (other than as notified), or exceed the income or land limits are generally excluded. Only one eligible woman per family (family card) can receive the grant. Verify the exclusions on the official portal.
Meet the criteria? Continue to the apply online guide and the documents checklist.
Disclaimer: This website is an independent informational portal and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the Government of Tamil Nadu or any government department. Information may change over time. Users should always verify eligibility, application procedures, benefit amounts and other details through official government sources such as kmut.tn.gov.in.