National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme
How to Apply for NMMS
National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme
📋 Application Overview
To apply for the NMMS scholarship online, eligible Class 8 students must register and submit their applications through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Note that while the application is submitted online, the NMMS exam is conducted by individual state education boards, and the final list of awardees is based on state-level merit.
🎯 Two Main Stages:
1. Student Examination Application
Submit application for state-level NMMS selection test
2. Scholarship Application on NSP
Apply for scholarship after exam qualification
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Class 8 student in government, government-aided, or local body school
Annual family income not exceeding ₹3.5 lakh
Minimum 55% in Class 7 final exam (50% for SC/ST)
Not from KV, JNV, or residential private schools
📝 Step-by-Step Application Process
Apply for NMMS Selection Test
Find Your State's Portal
Search for official website of your state's Education Department or SCERT
Register for Exam
Complete registration for NMMS selection test
Fill the Form
Provide personal details and school's U-DISE code
Upload Documents
Scan and upload photo, signature, certificates
Pay Fees
Pay application fee online (if required by state)
Submit & Confirm
Review details and download confirmation
Register on National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
For students who qualified the NMMS selection test
Visit NSP
Go to scholarships.gov.in
One-Time Registration
Click "Apply For One-Time Registration (OTR)"
Complete eKYC
Register mobile and perform face authentication
Receive OTR Number
Get your unique OTR number after verification
Apply for NMMSS
Login with OTR and select NMMS scheme
Enter Details
Fill bank details and required information
Final Submission
Upload documents and submit for school verification
📄 Required Documents
📥 Download Required Documents for High Schools
Essential document package for high schools helping students apply for NMMS scholarship
Download NMMS Documents for High Schools
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