The Electronics Corporation of Tamil Nadu (ELCOT) is providing information about the Vetri Laptop Scheme through its official laptop scheme portal. The portal states that the scheme is intended to bridge the digital divide, enhance learning outcomes and equip college students with essential digital tools.
These specifications and procurement details belong to the earlier programme and should not be assumed to apply to the Vetri Laptop Scheme.
For the laptop programme, students could submit beneficiary-related grievances through the "Grievances" tab present in the main menu of the ELCOT portal. Students can also check the official ELCOT portal for updates on the current Vetri Laptop Scheme:
ELCOT - Tamil Nadu Laptop Scheme
Corporate Office, 9th Floor, 18/3, Sigapi Aachi Building,
Rukmani Lakshmipathi Road, Egmore,
Chennai - 600 008
Q1. What is the Vetri Laptop Scheme 2026?
The Vetri Laptop Scheme is the Tamil Nadu Government's laptop initiative for college students announced in the Tamil Nadu Budget 2026–27.
Q2. How much has been allocated for the Vetri Laptop Scheme?
The government has allocated ₹2,000 crore for the scheme.
Q3. Who is eligible for the Vetri Laptop Scheme?
The scheme has been announced for college students across Tamil Nadu. Detailed eligibility conditions for the current programme should be checked through official ELCOT updates.
Vetri Laptop Scheme 2026
The Vetri Laptop Scheme is the latest laptop initiative of the Tamil Nadu Government for college students. The scheme aims to help students develop technical skills, participate in skill development training and make effective use of digital learning resources.
Key Details of Tamil Nadu Laptop Scheme
| Particular | Details |
| Scheme Name | Vetri Laptop Scheme |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Announcement Date | 5 August 2026 |
| Announced In | Tamil Nadu Budget 2026-27 |
| Beneficiaries | College students |
| Allocation | ₹2,000 crore |
| Purpose | Higher education, technical learning and skill development |
| Implementing Agency | ELCOT |
| Official Portal | https://elcotlaptop.tn.gov.in/home |
Vetri Laptop Scheme Announcement in Tamil Nadu Budget 2026-27
Finance Minister, Dr. N. Marie Wilson, presented Tamil Nadu Budget 2026-27 in the State Assembly on 5 August 2026. While delivering the TN Budget Speech 2026-27, Finance Minister said "A laptop has become an indispensable information technology device for students pursuing higher education. In today's rapidly advancing digital era, laptops are invaluable assets for students to sharpen their technical expertise, undergo skill development training, and make effective use of their time. Recognising this, our Government will implement the 'Vetri Laptop Scheme' for college students. With an allocation of Rs. 2,000 crore, this initiative aims to equip students with laptops as an essential learning resource".
The Vetri Laptop Scheme was announced in the official Tamil Nadu Budget 2026-27 speech which can be read through the link mentioned here:
Official Vetri Laptop Scheme Portal
ELCOT has an official portal for the Tamil Nadu Government Laptop Scheme, which now provides information about the Vetri Laptop Scheme.
Eligibility Under the Earlier Tamil Nadu Laptop Scheme
The detailed eligibility information below relates to the earlier Tamil Nadu Laptop Scheme and should not be treated as confirmed eligibility for the new Vetri Laptop Scheme. The earlier laptop programme covered students studying in the following disciplines:
- Arts and Science
- Engineering
- Medicine
- Para-medical courses
- Agriculture
- Fisheries
- Law
- Polytechnics
- Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs)
Government and Government-Aided Institutions
All college students enrolled in State Government or State Government-aided higher education institutions in Tamil Nadu were eligible under the earlier scheme.Private Colleges
Students studying in private colleges were eligible if they belonged to specified categories, including:- Beneficiaries of the Tamil Puthalvan Scheme
- Beneficiaries of the Puthumai Penn Scheme
- Students covered under the 7.5% reservation
- Students receiving Adi Dravidar or Tribal Welfare Scholarships
- Students receiving BC or MBC Welfare Scholarships
- Students with an annual family income below ₹2.5 lakh
Tamil Nadu Laptop Scheme Beneficiary List
Under the earlier programme, student details were verified before the beneficiary list was uploaded to the ELCOT portal.- Government and Government-Aided Colleges - The process included:
- Student data was consolidated from UMIS through TNeGA.
- The list was forwarded to the concerned educational institutions.
- Student details were verified.
- The approved list was uploaded to the ELCOT portal.
- Confirmation was obtained from the concerned Head of Department.
- Private Colleges - For private college students:
- The proposed list was sent to the concerned Principal or Dean.
- Student details were verified.
- The list was processed through the respective District Collectors.
- The verified list was uploaded to the ELCOT portal.
- Confirmation was obtained from the concerned District Collector.
The beneficiary selection process for the Vetri Laptop Scheme will be known after its implementation guidelines are released.
Earlier Tamil Nadu Laptop Scheme: Procurement and Specifications
The earlier programme was implemented through the Electronics Corporation of Tamil Nadu (ELCOT). It was announced in the FY 2025–26 Budget and targeted the distribution of 20 lakh laptops over two years.Procurement
ELCOT floated a global tender and selected Acer, HP and Dell as suppliers.| Particular | Details |
| Implementing Agency | ELCOT |
| Suppliers | Acer, HP and Dell |
| Procurement | Directly from OEMs |
| Cost per Laptop | ₹21,650.64 |
| FY 2025–26 Allocation | ₹2,172 crore |
| Laptops Planned | 10 lakh |
| Other Costs | Logistics and administrative charges |
Laptop Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Processor | Intel Core i3 or AMD Ryzen 3 |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB SSD |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
| Software | MS Office 365 |
| Accessory | Laptop bag |
| Brands | Acer, HP or Dell |
Tamil Nadu Laptop Scheme Registration and Grievance
The current ELCOT portal provides information about the Vetri Laptop Scheme, but it does not currently display a separate online registration form on its homepage. Students should therefore rely on the official ELCOT portal for updates rather than unofficial websites.
For the laptop programme, students could submit beneficiary-related grievances through the "Grievances" tab present in the main menu of the ELCOT portal. Students can also check the official ELCOT portal for updates on the current Vetri Laptop Scheme:
ELCOT - Tamil Nadu Laptop Scheme
Contact Information for New Vetri Laptop Scheme
Electronics Corporation of Tamil Nadu Limited,Corporate Office, 9th Floor, 18/3, Sigapi Aachi Building,
Rukmani Lakshmipathi Road, Egmore,
Chennai - 600 008
Email ID: info@elcot.in
Toll Free Number: 1800 5999 000
Toll Free Number: 1800 5999 000
FAQs on Tamil Nadu Laptop Scheme
The Vetri Laptop Scheme is the Tamil Nadu Government's laptop initiative for college students announced in the Tamil Nadu Budget 2026–27.
Q2. How much has been allocated for the Vetri Laptop Scheme?
The government has allocated ₹2,000 crore for the scheme.
Q3. Who is eligible for the Vetri Laptop Scheme?
The scheme has been announced for college students across Tamil Nadu. Detailed eligibility conditions for the current programme should be checked through official ELCOT updates.
Q4. Where can I check the Vetri Laptop Scheme?
Students can check the official ELCOT Tamil Nadu Laptop Scheme portal for updates and scheme information.
Students can check the official ELCOT Tamil Nadu Laptop Scheme portal for updates and scheme information.
Q5. What was the eligibility under the earlier Tamil Nadu Laptop Scheme?
The earlier scheme covered students in Government and Government-aided higher education institutions and specified categories of students in private colleges across disciplines such as arts and science, engineering, medicine, agriculture, fisheries, law, polytechnics and ITIs.
Q6. What laptops were supplied under the earlier programme?
The earlier scheme covered students in Government and Government-aided higher education institutions and specified categories of students in private colleges across disciplines such as arts and science, engineering, medicine, agriculture, fisheries, law, polytechnics and ITIs.
Q6. What laptops were supplied under the earlier programme?
The earlier programme included laptops with Intel Core i3 or AMD Ryzen 3 processors, 8 GB RAM and 256 GB SSD storage, along with Windows 11 Home, MS Office 365 and a laptop bag.
Q7. Which companies supplied the earlier laptops?
Acer, HP and Dell were selected as suppliers under the earlier programme.
Q7. Which companies supplied the earlier laptops?
Acer, HP and Dell were selected as suppliers under the earlier programme.
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