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Education, Admissions
2026-05-13

Government Arts and Science Colleges Student Admission for Under Graduate Courses: 2026-2027 - Application Deadline: 29.05.2026

Applications are open for undergraduate admissions to Government Arts and Science Colleges in Tamil Nadu for the 2026-2027 academic year. The deadline to apply is May 29, 2026.

Chennai
Directorate of Collegiate Education
Education; Government Policy; Medical Admissions
2026-05-13

Statement by the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru. S. Joseph Vijay, urging the Union Government to cancel NEET-based admissions for medical courses and allow states to fill seats based on twelfth-grade marks.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister S. Joseph Vijay urged the Union Government to permanently cancel the NEET exam and allow states to fill medical seats (MBBS, BDS, AYUSH) based on 12th-grade marks, citing the recent NEET-UG 2026 cancellation due to a paper leak and its negative impact on disadvantaged students.

Chennai
Department of Information and Public Relations
Education Policy
2026-05-13

Statement by the Honorable Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru. C. Joseph Vijay, urging the Union Government to cancel the NEET based admissions in medical courses and to permit the respective States to fill up seats based on Class 12 marks.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister urges the Union Government to abolish NEET for medical admissions and allow states to fill seats based on Class 12 marks, following the cancellation of NEET-UG 2026 due to paper leakage.

DIPR (Department of Information and Public Relations)
Road Accident, Financial Assistance, Condolence
2026-05-13

Condolence and Financial Assistance to the Families of Thiru. R. Senthil, a Lorry Driver from Cuddalore District, and Xylo Four-Wheeler Driver Thiru. R. Ram, Thiru. Narasimhan, Tmt. N. Santhalakshmi, Thiru. N. Balaji from Mayiladuthurai District, who died in a road accident near Kurukkathi Checkpost on the Karur-Coimbatore National Highway within the Velankovil Police Station limits, Tiruppur District - Announced by Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru. S. Joseph Vijay

Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru. S. Joseph Vijay announced condolence and a financial assistance of three lakh rupees each to the families of five persons who died in a road accident near Velankovil, Tiruppur District.

Tiruppur
Department of Information and Public Relations
Government Speech / Political Statement
2026-05-13

Speech of Thanks by Hon'ble Chief Minister Mr. S. Joseph Vijay after Winning the Vote of Confidence

Chief Minister S. Joseph Vijay addressed the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly after his government successfully won the vote of confidence, expressing gratitude to all members and reiterating the government's commitment to a people-centric, just, and inclusive administration.

Department of Information and Public Relations
Condolence, Financial Assistance, Road Accident, Public Service
2026-05-13

Hon'ble Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Thiru. S. Joseph Vijay announces condolences and financial assistance to the family of Police Constable Thiru. P. Ravichandran, who died in a road accident near Kurukkathi Checkpost in Tiruppur District.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Thiru. S. Joseph Vijay announced financial assistance of thirty lakh rupees and expressed condolences to the family of Police Constable Thiru. P. Ravichandran, who tragically died in a road accident in Tiruppur District.

Tiruppur
Department of Information and Public Relations
Education; Admissions
2026-05-12

Student Admissions for the Year 2026 - Announcement

The International Institute of Tamil Studies, Chennai, announces admissions for its Five Years Integrated P.G. M.A. in Tamil and M.A. Tamil programs for the 2026-27 academic year, offering scholarships and free hostel facilities.

Chennai
International Institute of Tamil Studies
Education
2026-05-12

Kalaignar Centenary Integrated Competitive Examination Coaching Center, Oddanchatram, Dindigul

To help educated youth secure employment, the Kalaignar Centenary Integrated Competitive Examination Coaching Center in Kalanjipatti village, Oddanchatram, Dindigul district, operating under the Government of Tamil Nadu, offers free coaching to 200 aspirants for competitive exams conducted by agencies like TNPSC, SSC, IBPS, RRB.

Dindigul
Director, Department of Information and Public Relations, Chennai-9
Education and Admissions
2026-05-12

Unified State Entrance Exam for BFA Admissions in Fine Arts Colleges from 2026-2027

The Department of Art and Culture announced that from the 2026-2027 academic year, admissions for Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) courses in government fine arts colleges will be conducted through a unified state-level entrance examination and a single-window system.

Chennai
Department of Art and Culture
Legislative Assembly; Government Appointments; Chief Minister's Address
2026-05-12

Address by the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru. S. Joseph Vijay, felicitating Thiru. J.C.T. Prabhakar on assuming office as Speaker and Thiru. M. Ravishankar as Deputy Speaker of the Legislative Assembly on 12.05.2026.

The Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru. S. Joseph Vijay, delivered a congratulatory address in the Legislative Assembly on 12.05.2026, welcoming Thiru. J.C.T. Prabhakar as the new Speaker and Thiru. M. Ravishankar as the new Deputy Speaker, emphasizing democratic values and the responsibility of the assembly.

Department of Information and Public Relations
Foreign Affairs, Fishermen Welfare, Diplomatic Relations
2026-05-12

Letter from Hon'ble Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Thiru C. Joseph Vijay to Hon'ble Union Minister of External Affairs Dr. S. Jaishankar to utilize all available diplomatic channels to secure the early release and safe repatriation of all detained fishermen and their fishing boats

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay writes to Union External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, urging diplomatic efforts for the immediate release of six fishermen from Ramanathapuram district detained by the Sri Lankan Navy and the repatriation of their boats, also highlighting 54 previously detained fishermen and 264 impounded boats.

Ramanathapuram
Department of Information and Public Relations, Chennai-9
Review Meeting
2026-05-12

Review Meeting on Municipal Administration, Rural Development, Water Supply and Summer Water Distribution

Hon'ble Chief Minister Thiru. S. Joseph Vijay chaired a review meeting today at the Secretariat concerning the functions of Municipal Administration and Water Supply Department, Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department, and uninterrupted water supply during summer.

Chennai
Municipal Administration and Water Supply Department, Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department
Road Accident, Financial Assistance, Condolence
2026-05-12

Condolence and Financial Assistance to the families of those who died in a road accident on Pollachi-Palladam main road in Kinathukadavu Taluk, Pollachi Division, Coimbatore District - Announcement by Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru. S. Joseph Vijay

Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru. S. Joseph Vijay has announced condolence and financial assistance to the families of those who died in a road accident on Pollachi-Palladam main road in Kinathukadavu Taluk, Pollachi Division, Coimbatore District.

Coimbatore
Department of Information and Public Relations
Government Policy, Public Welfare, Liquor Regulation
2026-05-12

Chief Minister Thiru S. Joseph Vijay Orders Closure of 717 Liquor Shops Near Places of Worship, Educational Institutions, and Bus Stands

For public welfare, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister S. Joseph Vijay has ordered the closure of 717 liquor retail shops located within 500 meters of places of worship, educational institutions, and bus stands, with the closure to be completed within two weeks.

Department of Information and Public Relations
Government Meeting and Directive
2026-05-12

Chief Minister Joseph Vijay meets Farmers' Association, directs action on Rs. 317 crore arrears

The National South Indian Rivers Interlinking Farmers' Association met Chief Minister S. Joseph Vijay and submitted a petition regarding Rs. 317 crore arrears from the National Consumer Cooperative Federation, prompting the CM to instruct officials for immediate action.

Department of Information and Public Relations
Felicitation
2026-05-12

Felicitation to Honorable Chief Minister Thiru. S. Joseph Vijay on Assuming Office

Many prominent national and international leaders, including the Indian Prime Minister and various Chief Ministers, extended their greetings to Thiru. S. Joseph Vijay on his assumption of office as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.

Kanyakumari
Department of Information and Public Relations
Education Admission
2026-05-11

Tamil Nadu Government M.G.R. Film and Television Institute (Affiliated with Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Music and Fine Arts University)

Applications are invited online for admission to the Bachelor of Visual Arts degree courses for the academic year 2026-2027 at the Tamil Nadu Government M.G.R. Film and Television Institute.

Chennai
Information and Public Relations Department
Law and Order
2026-05-10

Detailed Review Meeting on Law and Order Situation in Tamil Nadu Chaired by Hon'ble Chief Minister Thiru. S. Joseph Vijay

A review meeting on the law and order situation in Tamil Nadu was held today (10.5.2026) at the Secretariat, chaired by Hon'ble Chief Minister Thiru. S. Joseph Vijay.

Department of Information and Public Relations
Government Announcements
2026-05-10

Chief Minister Thiru. S. Joseph Vijay signs three key government orders after taking office

After being sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru. S. Joseph Vijay signed three important government orders to implement election promises.

Chennai
Department of Information and Public Relations
Chief Minister's Speech, Government Announcements, Governance Policy
2026-05-10

Speech by Hon. Mr. S. Joseph Vijay after taking oath as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu

Speech delivered by Hon. Mr. S. Joseph Vijay after being sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu at the cabinet swearing-in ceremony held at Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium, Chennai. He thanked the people for their support and pledged to provide transparent, corruption-free, and people-centric governance.

Chennai
Department of Information and Public Relations
Mental Health Support, Education, Public Welfare
2026-05-08

Call the toll-free helpline number 14416 or 104 for mental health counseling under the Tamil Nadu Government's "Natpudan Ungalodu" scheme.

The Tamil Nadu Government's "Natpudan Ungalodu" scheme offers free tele-counselling via helplines 14416 or 104 to students and parents needing mental health support following the release of 12th standard exam results.

Health and Family Welfare Department
Finance; Government Securities; Auction
2026-05-08

Finance (Ways and Means-II) Department - Press Release

The Tamil Nadu Government has announced that it will re-issue securities worth ₹3000 crore through an auction to be conducted by the Reserve Bank of India in Mumbai on May 12, 2026.

Mumbai
Finance (Ways and Means-II) Department
Finance
2026-05-08

Government of Tamil Nadu announces Re-issue of State Government Stocks worth Rs. 3000 Crore

The Government of Tamil Nadu has announced the re-issue of 7.50% TNSGS 2032, 7.73% TNSGS 2036, and 7.80% TNSGS 2041 for a total of Rs. 3000 crore through an auction by the Reserve Bank of India on May 12, 2026.

Mumbai
Finance (Ways and Means-II) Department
Apprenticeship Training
2026-05-06

Invites online Application for Apprenticeship Training in Public Works Department

Online applications are invited from eligible Graduate/Diploma holders and Non-Engineering Graduates from Tamil Nadu for one year Apprenticeship Training in the Public Works Department. The last date to apply is 25.06.2026.

Public Works Department
Education & Training
2026-05-06

Apprenticeship Training Opportunity for Graduates and Diploma Holders

The Public Works Department, Tamil Nadu, in collaboration with the Board of Apprenticeship Training (Southern Region), invites online applications for a one-year apprenticeship training program from graduates and diploma holders from 2022-2025 batches. The last date to apply is June 25, 2026.

Tamil Nadu
Public Works Department
Education; Higher Education; Admissions
2026-05-06

Applications Invited for Government Arts and Science College Admissions for 2026-27 Academic Year in Tamil Nadu

The Tamil Nadu Government is inviting online applications for first-year undergraduate admissions to its 181 Arts and Science Colleges for the academic year 2026-27. The application process begins on May 7, 2026, and concludes on May 29, 2026, via www.tngasa.in.

Directorate of Collegiate Education; Department of Information and Public Relations
Scholarship Scheme / Education
2026-05-04

Annal Ambedkar Overseas Higher Education Scholarship Scheme - Applications Invited for the Academic Year 2026-2027

The Government of Tamil Nadu's Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department is inviting online applications for the Annal Ambedkar Overseas Higher Education Scholarship Scheme for the academic year 2026-2027 for eligible students from Scheduled Castes, Converted Christian Scheduled Castes, and Scheduled Tribes.

Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department