The state government of Tamil Nadu has ordered to provide for a 3% quota for the men/women candidates who excel in sports and have proof for the same.
The Tamil Nadu Chief Minister E. Palanisamy, during his address on Independence Day, had announced that a 3% quota would be reserved for the candidates who excel in sports in the state government and public sector undertakings. As a response, the sports specialist requested that this may be increased to 3%. This was accepted by the Tamil Nadu state government.
Subsequently, the state government of Tamil Nadu has issued orders to provide a quote of 3% reserved for candidates who excel in sports in the job opportunities in state government and public sector undertakings.