The 7.5% Reservation Scheme in Tamil Nadu was introduced to provide equal educational opportunities for students from Government Schools. Under this scheme, 7.5% of the total seats in Engineering courses are reserved for students studying from Class 6 to 12 in Government Schools.

• To promote higher education among government school students.
• To increase enrollment of underprivileged students in engineering colleges.
• To bridge the gap between students from government and private schools.

• The student must have studied from Class 6 to Class 12 in a Tamil Nadu Government School.
• The student must have qualified in the respective Engineering Entrance Exam (if applicable).
• Applicable for all Government Engineering Colleges and self-financing institutions under government quota.

• Guaranteed 7.5% seat reservation in Engineering courses.
• Full tuition fee waiver and additional financial support for economically weaker students.
• Encourages social inclusion and enhances career opportunities.