Distribution of Iron Boxes at Free of Cost
The scheme provides complimentary iron boxes to support individuals from Backward Classes (BC), Most Backward Classes (MBC), and Denotified Communities (DNCs) engaged in washing work, aiming to improve their livelihood.
About This Scheme
The “Distribution of Iron Boxes at Free of Cost” scheme launched by the Backward Classes, Most Backward Classes and Minorities Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu, aims to provide complimentary iron boxes to support individuals from Backward Classes (BC), Most Backward Classes (MBC), and Denotified Communities (DNCs) engaged in washing work.
Benefits
Free provision of iron boxes to eligible individuals.
Eligibility Criteria
The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
The beneficiary should belong to Backward Classes (BC)/ Most Backward Classes (MBC)/ and Denotified Communities (DNCs).
The beneficiary should be engaged in washing work.
Annual income should not exceed ₹40,000/- in rural areas and ₹60,000/- in urban areas.
Application Process
Apply Offline
Step-1: The interested applicant should collect the application form by contacting the District Backward Classes and Minorities Welfare Officer of the concerned District.
Step-2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), 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 concerned authority.
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, a unique identification number (if applicable).
Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in
Benefits
Free provision of iron boxes to eligible individuals.
Application Process
Apply Offline
Step-1: The interested applicant should collect the application form by contacting the District Backward Classes and Minorities Welfare Officer of the concerned District.
Step-2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), 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 concerned authority.
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, a unique identification number (if applicable).
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Distribution of Iron Boxes at Free of Cost |
| Short Title | DIBAFC |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Categories | Social welfare & Empowerment |
| States | Tamil Nadu |
| Gender | All |
| Caste/Category | OBC, Minority |
| Area | Both |
| Income Limit | ₹40,000/year |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |
Deepika Raikwar · 📅 14 Jun 2026
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