In an effort to support UPSC Civil Services candidates, Tamil Nadu has announced a Rs.50,000 financial incentive for candidates who have qualified for the UPSC Mains 2025. This effort is part of the Naan Mudhalvan program’s UPSC Civil Services Interview Incentive Scheme, which aims to improve national-level test preparation.
Eligible candidates can apply for the incentive between November 13 and November 24, 2025, on the official Naan Mudhalvan portal.
What Is The Naan Mudhalvan Initiative?
The Tamil Nadu government announced the Naan Mudhalvan project on March 7, 2023, to provide complete help to youth studying for competitive exams such as UPSC, TNPSC, and other central government exams. The program provides applicants with training, study coaching, and skill-building support to help them pass the country’s top exams.
How Does the Incentive Scheme Work?
The government has introduced a structured incentive system that supports students throughout their UPSC journey:
- Preliminary Exam Stage:
- 1,000 candidates who qualify the preliminary exam receive Rs 7,500 per month for 10 months to aid in preparation.
- Mains Exam Stage:
- Candidates who clear the preliminary exam are granted Rs 25,000 for their mains preparation.
- Interview Stage:
- Candidates who qualify the Mains and reach the Interview stage will be eligible for an additional Rs 50,000.
What Is the Budget and Goal of the Scheme?
- The total budget allocated for the scheme is Rs 10 crore.
- The goal is to enhance Tamil Nadu’s representation in the country’s top administrative services and ensure that candidates are well-prepared at every stage of the exam.
How Can Eligible Candidates Apply for the Rs 50,000 Incentive?
Eligible candidates who have cleared the UPSC Mains 2025 can apply for the incentive by visiting the Naan Mudhalvan portal. The process is simple:
- Visit the official Naan Mudhalvan portal.
- Fill out the application form before November 24, 2025.
- Submit the required documents for verification.
- The Rs 50,000 incentive will be directly transferred to the bank account of eligible candidates.
When Did the UPSC Mains Results Get Declared?
The UPSC Mains 2025 results were declared on November 11, 2025. Following the results, 155 candidates from Tamil Nadu who had earlier received Rs 25,000 for their Prelims preparation have qualified for the Interview stage.
What Impact Will This Scheme Have on Tamil Nadu UPSC Aspirants?
Better Preparation: With financial support, students will be able to focus more on their exam preparation without financial worry.
Encouragement for More people: Knowing that they will receive both financial and educational support, more Tamil Nadu students will be motivated to pursue government service.
Enhanced Representation: The plan is part of the government’s long-term goal to increase the state’s presence in India’s civil services.
Conclusion
The Tamil Nadu government’s Rs 50,000 incentive for UPSC Mains 2025 qualifiers is a significant step in supporting aspirants. By offering financial assistance under the Naan Mudhalvan scheme, the state government is helping students prepare for the UPSC Interview stage without additional financial burden. Students can apply for the incentive on the official portal until November 24, 2025.
