All DepartmentsEducation
Higher Education
உயர்கல்வி
Department managing universities, colleges, and technical education institutions in Tamil Nadu
Minister
K. Ponmudy
DMKThirukkovilur
Secretary
D. Karthikeyan, IAS
Indian Administrative Service
Budget 2025-26
10.0K CrTotal
Revenue Expenditure8,000 Cr
Capital Expenditure2,000 Cr
Agencies & Bodies (3)
Directorate of Collegiate Education(Directorate)Directorate of Technical Education(Directorate)Anna University(University)
Key Schemes (2)
Naan Mudhalvan (I Am First) Skill Development Scheme
Skill development and employability enhancement for college students
First Graduate Scholarship
Scholarships for first-generation graduates from economically weaker sections