The Nannilam Magalir Nila Udamai Thittam (நன்னிலம் மகளிர் நில உடைமைத் திட்டம்) is a flagship Tamil Nadu government scheme launched to help landless Scheduled Caste and Tribal women purchase agricultural land. Managed by TAHDCO, this scheme offers 50% subsidy (up to ₹5 lakh), full exemption from registration fees, and supports women in achieving economic stability through land ownership.
Key Objectives of the Scheme
- Support landless SC/ST women to purchase agricultural land.
- Promote long-term financial independence through asset creation.
- Improve livelihood opportunities for women engaged in agriculture.
- Ensure registered land ownership remains exclusively in the woman’s name.
Benefits of the Scheme
- 50% subsidy on land value or maximum ₹5,00,000.
- 100% exemption from stamp duty & registration charges.
- Beneficiary can purchase up to:
- 2.5 acres of dry land, or
- 5 acres of wet/paddy land.
- Low-interest loan assistance may be provided through banks such as Indian Overseas Bank.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for this scheme, the applicant must:
- Be a woman from SC or ST community.
- Be between 18–65 years of age.
- Have an annual family income below ₹3 lakhs.
- Not own agricultural land already.
- Be actively engaged in agricultural work.
- Not have availed this scheme previously.
- Should not have sold or transferred any land in the last 5 years.
- Must select land owned by non-SC/ST individuals.
Conditions for Land Purchased Under the Scheme
- The applicant herself must choose the land to be purchased.
- Land must be purchased from a seller who does not belong to SC/ST — i.e. only from “others” (non-SC/ST)
- The name of the applicant alone must appear as owner on registration (title deed).
- Land bought under this scheme cannot be sold for at least 10 years
- Only the registered beneficiary is allowed to carry out land-development activities (e.g. borewell digging, electrification) as per guidelines.
Required Documents for the Scheme
Applicants must keep the following documents ready:
- Caste Certificate
- Aadhaar Card
- Family Ration Card
- Income Certificate
- Bank Account Details
- Mobile Number
- Passport-size Photograph
How to Apply Offline
Women belonging to Adi Dravidar and Tribal communities can:
- Visit the TAHDCO District Manager’s Office in their respective district.
- Collect the application form for Nannilam Magalir Nila Udamai Thittam.
- Fill in the form carefully and attach required documents.
- Submit it to the district TAHDCO office for verification.
Once verified, the subsidy and loan assistance (if applicable) will be processed.
How to Apply Online (Full Step-by-Step Guide)
Step 1: Visit the Official Website
Go to newscheme.tahdco.com (TAHDCO official portal).
Step 2: Select the Scheme
On the homepage, click “Nannilam Magalir Nila Udamai Thittam”.
Step 3: Fill Applicant Details
A new page will open; enter all required details accurately.
Step 4: Choose Scheme Benefit
Under Scheme Benefits, select NNMT → click Select.
Step 5: Initiate Application
Click Proceed, ensure all documents are ready.
Step 6: Mobile OTP Verification
Enter your mobile number → receive and enter the OTP.
Step 7: Complete the Application Form
Fill the online form, upload all necessary documents.
Step 8: Submit Application
Finally, click Submit to complete the process.
After verification by TAHDCO authorities, the subsidy amount will be directly deposited into the beneficiary’s bank account.
TAHDCO – Tamil Nadu Adi Dravidar Housing and Development Corporation