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Government Working Women’s Hostel

The scheme "Government Working Women’s Hostel" is an initiative by the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department, Govt. of Tamil Nadu. The scheme aims to provide safe accommodation facilities to working women who live far away from their families, belonging to lower and middle-income groups.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Tamil Nadu

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Affordable Monthly Rent: ₹300/- per month in Chennai and ₹200/- per month in other Districts. | - Safe accommodation, food, and electricity charges on a dividing basis. | - The women can stay for 3 years in the hostel.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a working woman.; If the applicant is in Chennai, the income of the applicant should not exceed ₹25000/- per month.; If the applicant is in a district other than Chennai, the income of the applicant should not exceed ₹15000/- per month.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Who is eligible to benefit from the Government Working Women's Hostel Scheme?

Eligible beneficiaries include working women belonging to lower and middle-income groups.

What assistance is provided to working women under this scheme?

Assistance provided includes safe accommodation, food, and electricity charges on a dividing basis. Rent of [?]300 per month in Chennai and [?]200 per month in other districts is collected from the inmates.

What is the maximum salary limit for eligibility in Chennai and other districts?

The maximum salary limit for eligibility is [?]25,000 per month in Chennai and [?]15,000 per month in other districts.

What are the eligibility criteria based on income levels?

Eligibility criteria are based on belonging to the low/middle-income group and being a working woman.

What is the time limit for stay in the Government Working Women's Hostel?

The time limit for stay in the Government Working Women's Hostel is 3 years.

Who are the designated officers to be contacted for inquiries regarding the scheme?

Designated officers to be contacted include District Social Welfare Officers, Superintendents of Government Working Women Hostels, and Extension Officers (Social Welfare).

How are grievances addressed at the district level under this scheme?

Grievances at the district level should be reported to the District Collector or District Social Welfare Officer. At the state level, grievances should be reported to the Director of Social Welfare.

What facilities are provided in the Government Working Women's Hostel?

Facilities provided in the Government Working Women's Hostel include accommodation, food, and electricity.

Are there any specific guidelines regarding the distance from the workplace for eligibility?

There are no specific guidelines regarding the distance from the workplace for eligibility.

Is there any provision for assistance with transportation costs for hostel inmates?

There is no provision for assistance with transportation costs for hostel inmates mentioned in the scheme details.

Can women with families apply for accommodation in the hostel?

Women with families may not be eligible for accommodation in the hostel.

What are the rent charges for staying in the Government Working Women's Hostel?

Rent charges for staying in the Government Working Women's Hostel are [?]300 per month in Chennai and [?]200 per month in other districts.

Are there any specific guidelines regarding the type of employment for eligibility?

There are no specific guidelines regarding the type of employment for eligibility mentioned in the scheme details.