| Type | Government-owned corporation |
|---|---|
| Industry | Electronics |
| Founded | March 21, 1977 |
| Headquarters | Tamil Nadu, India |
| Website | elcot.in |
The Electronics Corporation of Tamil Nadu Limited (ELCOT) is a South Indian, public sector undertaking[1], established on March 21, 1977. ELCOT functions to promote, establish and run State Public Sector Enterprises for Electronic items; manage, supervise, finance, advise, assist, aid or collaborate with any private and public associations, firms, companies, enterprises, undertakings, institutions, and schemes for the advancement and development of electronics and information technology[2]. It is considered the back office for the Information Technology Department of Government of Tamil Nadu, and functions to implement the Government's E-Governance initiative.[3]