Porkizhi Award Scheme 2026: ₹15,000 Financial Assistance for Indigent Kalaimamani Artists
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Quick answer
The Porkizhi Award Scheme offers ₹15,000 financial assistance to Kalaimamani awardee artists living in indigent conditions in Tamil Nadu. Eligible artists aged 58 years or above with limited income can apply offline by submitting the prescribed form to the Tamil Nadu Eyal Isai Nataka Mandram office. The scheme supports artists facing economic hardship.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹15,000 financial assistance |
| Ministry / department | Art and Culture Department |
| Level | State Government (Tamil Nadu) |
| Age | 58 years and above |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The Porkizhi Award Scheme is a state-level initiative by the Tamil Nadu Art and Culture Department to support Kalaimamani awardee artists who are in indigent circumstances. It provides financial assistance to help these senior artists meet their basic needs. The scheme is implemented by the Tamil Nadu Eyal Isai Nataka Mandram Ponni and aims to recognise and assist deserving artists who have contributed to the cultural heritage but are currently facing financial difficulties.
Benefits
- Financial assistance of ₹15,000 is provided to eligible artists.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be an artist.
- Applicant must have received the Kalaimamani Award.
- Applicant must be living under indigent circumstances.
- Applicant must be aged 58 years or above.
- Applicant's annual income should not exceed ₹12,000.
Who cannot apply
- Artists who have not received the Kalaimamani Award.
- Artists residing outside Tamil Nadu.
Documents required
- Age Proof/Certificate.
- Income Certificate.
- Proof of Receiving the Kalaimamani Award.
- Any other documents if required.
How to apply
- 1Visit the Tamil Nadu Eyal Isai Nataka Mandram office during office hours to get the application form.
- 2Fill in all mandatory fields in the application form and attach required documents.
- 3Submit the completed application form and documents to the Member Secretary at Tamil Nadu Eyal Isai Nataka Mandram, Ponni, 31, P.S. Kumarasamy Raja Salai, Chennai-600 028.
- 4Obtain a receipt or acknowledgement with submission details and unique identification number if applicable.
Frequently asked questions
Who implements the Porkizhi award scheme?+
The Tamil Nadu Eyal Isai Nataka Mandram implements the Porkizhi award scheme.
What benefit does the Porkizhi scheme provide to Kalaimamani awardee artists in need?+
The scheme provides financial assistance of ₹15,000 to Kalaimamani awardee artists facing financial hardship.
Who is eligible to receive the Porkizhi award?+
Artists who have received the Kalaimamani Award, are aged 58 or above, living in indigent circumstances, and have an annual income not exceeding ₹12,000 are eligible.
How many beneficiaries are selected for the Porkizhi award?+
Three Kalaimamani awardee artists in financial need are selected each year to receive the award.
What is the procedure for selecting artists to receive Porkizhi?+
Selection is made during the General Council Meeting of the Tamil Nadu Eyal Isai Nataka Mandram based on age, income, and indigent status.
Is the Porkizhi award given to artists outside Tamil Nadu?+
No, the award is only for Kalaimamani awardee artists residing in Tamil Nadu.
Can artists who haven't received the Kalaimamani Award apply for the Porkizhi award?+
No, only Kalaimamani awardee artists are eligible.
Is the Porkizhi award given annually?+
Yes, the award is given annually to deserving artists facing financial hardship.
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