The Journalists Medical Fund provides financial assistance of up to ₹4,00,000 for medical treatment to full-time working journalists in Tamil Nadu.

Full-time working journalists with at least 5 years of experience are eligible. This includes those in receipt of government pension, albeit at a reduced rate.

No, annual income is not considered for eligibility.

Journalists in districts excluding Chennai should apply through the District News Public Relations Officer.

Yes, applications must be submitted within three months of undergoing medical treatment.

Yes, retired journalists receiving government pensions can apply, but they will receive 50% of the financial assistance provided to full-time journalists.

Applicants must submit the medical treatment completion report and original medical bills.

Treatment must be conducted in hospitals recognized by the Tamil Nadu State Hospital Organization, as per the regulations issued by the Department of Public Welfare and Family Welfare.

Coverage is provided for diseases as per the regulations issued by the Tamil Nadu State Hospital Organization.

The amount is decided by the Journalists Welfare Fund Nominating Committee based on the nature of the illness and the cost of treatment.

The scheme does not specify prior approval, but the application must be submitted post-treatment within the stipulated time frame.

The scheme does not specify limits on multiple applications; however, each application is subject to the rules and committee's decision.