The National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS) Exam 2025-26 is conducted every year by different states and UTs to provide scholarships to deserving students of Class 8. Many students across India wait for the NMMS exam date so that they can prepare accordingly. In this post, we have provided the state-wise NMMS 2025-26 exam dates, along with important updates regarding admit cards and notifications.
NMMS 2025-26: State-Wise Exam Dates
Below is the list of states where the NMMS exam will be held. (Students should also check the official website of their state’s education board for final updates.)
Rajasthan NMMS Exam Date 2025-26, Madhya Pradesh (MP) NMMS Exam Date 2025-26, Uttar Pradesh (UP) NMMS Exam Date 2025-26, Bihar NMMS Exam Date 2025-26, Maharashtra NMMS Exam Date 2025-26, Gujarat NMMS Exam Date 2025-26, Delhi NMMS Exam Date 2025-26, Other States/UTs
Important Details for Students
- Eligibility: Students of Class 8 studying in government, local body, or government-aided schools.
- Scholarship Amount: ₹12,000 per year till Class 12.
- Admit Card: Will be released by the respective state education department.
- Result: Declared state-wise after the exam.
NMMS 2025-26 State-Wise Exam Date (Tentative)
| State/UT | NMMS Exam Date 2025-26 |
|---|---|
| Rajasthan NMMS Exam Date 202-26 | November 16, 2025 |
| Madhya Pradesh (MP) NMMS Exam Date 2025-26 | 12 October 2025 |
| Uttar Pradesh (UP) NMMS Exam Date 2025-26 | November 9, 2025 |
| Bihar NMMS Exam Date 2025-26 | जनवरी 2026 |
| Maharashtra NMMS Exam Date 2025-26 | December 21, 2025 |
| Gujarat NMMS Exam Date 2025-26 | February 2026 |
| Delhi NMMS Exam Date 2025-26 | December 7, 2025 |
| Haryana NMMS Exam Date 2025-26 | November 30, 2025 |
| Punjab NMMS Exam Date 2025-26 | January 2026 |
| Odisha NMMS Exam Date 2025-26 | December 7, 2025 |
| Tamil Nadu NMMS Exam Date 2025-26 | February 2026 |
| Karnataka NMMS Exam Date 2025-26 | December 7, 2025 |
| West Bengal NMMS Exam Date 2025-26 | December 21, 2025 |
| Kerala NMMS Exam Date 2025-26 | December 30, 2025 |
| Uttarakhand NMMS Exam Date 2025-26 | December 16, 2025 |
| Andhra Pradesh NMMS Exam Date 2025-26 | December 7, 2025 |
| Nagaland NMMS Exam Date 2025-26 | November 1, 2025 |
| Assam NMMS Exam Date 2025-26 | November 15, 2025 |
| Chandigarh NMMS Exam Date 2025-26 | November 30, 2025 |
| Jharkhand NMMS Exam Date 2025-26 | May 2026 |
How to Check NMMS Exam Date Online?
- Visit your state SCERT/education board official website.
- Go to the NMMS section/Scholarship Exam notification.
- Download the NMMS 2025-26 notification PDF.
- Check the exam date, admit card release date, and exam centre details.
Conclusion
The NMMS 2025-26 exam dates will vary from state to state, so students must keep checking their state SCERT website for the latest updates. Bookmark this page to get all state NMMS exam schedule at one place. Preparing well in advance will help students secure the NMMS scholarship and continue their education without financial burden.