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Vetri Laptop Scheme for college students (Tamil Nadu)

Announced in the 5 August 2026 budget; distribution rules not yet published. Free laptops for college students; ₹2,000 crore set aside in 2026-27.

Latest status: Announced in the 5 August 2026 budget; distribution rules not yet published.

Last updated: Reviewed by IndiaDigital editorsSources

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WhereTamil Nadu (state government)
Run byHigher Education Department, Govt of Tamil Nadu
Last checked1 November 2026

What do you get under Vetri Laptop?

Free laptops for college students; ₹2,000 crore set aside in 2026-27.

Reported as the new name of the earlier free laptop scheme (Ulagam Ungal Kaiyil); 6.47 lakh laptops were given in 2025-26.

Who is eligible for Vetri Laptop?

  • College students in Tamil Nadu; the exact classes and colleges covered are yet to be notified.

Also check:

  • In 2025-26 the earlier free laptop scheme covered second and third-year students in Government, aided and self-financing colleges. Check whether the same rule is kept.

Documents needed for Vetri Laptop

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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.

How to apply for Vetri Laptop

  1. No form yet. Laptops are usually distributed through colleges; watch for a notice from your college.

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Common questions

Who is eligible for Vetri Laptop?

College students in Tamil Nadu; the exact classes and colleges covered are yet to be notified.

How much do I get under Vetri Laptop?

Free laptops for college students; ₹2,000 crore set aside in 2026-27. Reported as the new name of the earlier free laptop scheme (Ulagam Ungal Kaiyil); 6.47 lakh laptops were given in 2025-26.

What documents do I need for Vetri Laptop?

Proof of admission or fee receipt; Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number).

How do I apply for Vetri Laptop?

No form yet. Laptops are usually distributed through colleges; watch for a notice from your college. Official site: https://cms.tn.gov.in/cms_migrated/document/docfiles/hedu_e_pn_2026_27.pdf

Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Vetri Laptop?

No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.

Official sources

Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 31 January 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.

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