The Kalaignar Kanavu Illam Scheme (KKIS) is a housing programme launched by the Tamil Nadu government in 2024. The primary objective of the scheme is to provide free permanent concrete houses to economically weaker families living in huts or dilapidated houses in rural areas of the state.
Under the scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive financial assistance from the government to construct a permanent house with basic amenities.
Free concrete houses of 360 sq ft
Estimated construction cost of Rs 3.50 lakh per house
Targeted mainly at rural hut-dwelling families
Land will be provided to beneficiaries who do not own land
Applications can be submitted at Village Panchayat Offices or Block Development Offices
Applicants must meet the following conditions to qualify for the scheme:
Must be a resident of Tamil Nadu
Family should be living in a hut or unsafe dwelling
Must belong to the economically weaker section
Should not own a permanent (pucca) house anywhere in Tamil Nadu
SC/ST families
Widows
Persons with disabilities
Destitute women
Meeting the eligibility criteria does not automatically guarantee selection, as final approval depends on verification by local authorities.
Aadhaar card
Ration card
Address proof
Income certificate
Community certificate (if applicable)
Bank account details
Passport-size photograph
House condition certificate (verified by officials)
Applicants are advised to ensure all documents are valid and up to date to avoid rejection.
Applications are currently offline only and handled through local government offices.
Step 1: Visit the local Panchayat office
Approach your Village Panchayat or Town Panchayat office to enquire about the scheme.
Step 2: Submit application request
Request the application or express interest to the Village Administrative Officer (VAO) or Panchayat officials.
Step 3: Document submission
Submit all required documents such as Aadhaar card, ration card, and income certificate.
Step 4: Field verification
Government officials will conduct a field inspection to verify:
Condition of the house
Family income
Eligibility details
Step 5: Beneficiary selection
Eligible applicants will be shortlisted based on priority categories and government norms.
Step 6: Approval and house construction
Once approved, funds will be released in phases and construction will begin under government supervision.
Selection is based on:
Condition of the existing house
Economic status of the family
Social category
Availability of funds
Government priority lists
The final decision rests with district authorities.
Key things to keep in mind
There is no application fee for the scheme
Avoid agents or middlemen
Apply only through authorised government offices
Retain copies of all submitted documents
Stay in touch with your local Panchayat for updates