The Pension Scheme for the Journalists was launched by the Tamil Development, Religious Endowments, and Information Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. The scheme aims to give a monthly pension to retired journalists.
Pension Scheme for the Journalists - Introduction
The "Pension Scheme for the Journalists" was launched by the Tamil Development, Religious Endowments, and Information Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. The scheme aims to give a monthly pension to retired journalists who fit the eligibility criteria.
Benefits
- Pension Amount of ₹4,000/- per month.
Eligibility
- The applicant should be a retired journalist.
- The age of the applicant should be 58 years or above.
- The applicant should have worked full-time for 20 years in one of the posts of teacher, assistant teacher, reporter, photographer, proofreader, or news correspondent.
- 10 years of journalism experience is sufficient if the applicant is terminally ill or physically disabled.
- The applicant's annual family income should not exceed ₹20,000/-.
- The applicant received gratuity and pension from previous companies should not exceed ₹30,000/-.
- In any year when the applicant was employed, their income should not exceed ₹50,000/-.
Application Process
- Step 1: The interested applicant can download the application form from the official website. cms.tn.gov.in
- Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
- Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Tamil Development, Religious Endowment & Information Department.
- Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
- NOTE: Candidate should send two completed application forms.