Tamil Nadu stands as a pioneering state in spearheading inclusive employment initiatives for transgender individuals. This study meticulously charts the alignment of Tamil Nadu’s welfare programs with the transgender community, with the aim of bolstering their dynamic engagement in the workforce. The core objective revolves around evaluating the efficacy of these welfare measures in enhancing transgender employment within the state. By delving into the ramifications of government-led schemes on the socioeconomic progress of transgender individuals, this research adopts a mixed-method approach. The dataset, drawn from 237 respondents from Chennai, undergoes comprehensive analysis through SPSS 21.1. The discernible outcome underscores a pronounced accessibility disparity for transgender individuals, warranting proactive interventions. © 2024 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.