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MGNREGA — 100 Days Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme
Employment

MGNREGA — 100 Days Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme

Rural Development & Panchayat Raj Dept

💰 Financial Benefit / Entitlement

Guaranteed statutory daily wage (₹319/day in TN) credited directly to bank account.

Who is Eligible? (Criteria)

• Adult (18+) member of a rural household in Tamil Nadu • Willing to do unskilled manual civic work • Must hold a valid Job Card issued by Gram Panchayat.

Required Documents Checklist

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📝 How to Apply (Steps)

1. Apply to your Gram Panchayat Secretary for a Job Card (Form 1). 2. Job card is issued free of cost within 15 days. 3. Demand work in writing; work must be provided within 15 days, or unemployment allowance is mandatory.

📍 Where to Apply

Local Gram Panchayat Office & nrega.nic.in.

📞 Official Department Helpline 1800-345-2244

🚀 Official Government Portals

Apply on Official Portal

Frequently Asked Questions

Application Delayed or Demanded a Bribe?

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