- Scheme Name: National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS)
- Session: 2025-26
- Purpose: Financial support to meritorious students from economically weaker sections to reduce dropout rate after Class 8.
NMMS Exam 2025-26 Eligibility Criteria
- Class: Only students studying in Class 8 can apply.
- School Type: Government / Local body / Government-aided school.
- Income Limit: Annual parental income should not exceed ₹3,50,000.
- Academic Requirement: Minimum 55% marks in Class 7 (5% relaxation for SC/ST)
NMMS Exam 2025-26 Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Aadhar Card
- Class 7 Marksheet
- Income Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate
- School verification form (signed by Principal/Headmaster)
How to Fill NMMS 2025-26 Application Form
- Visit Official Portal: Go to your state SCERT/education board website.
- Register: Enter basic details like name, mobile number, and email.
- Fill Form: Enter academic, personal, and income details carefully.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of required certificates.
- Submit & Print: Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
NMMS All State Application Form Link – Click Here
NMMS Exam 2025-26 Exam Pattern
- Paper I – MAT (Mental Ability Test): 90 Questions
- Paper II – SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test): 90 Questions (Science, Maths, Social Science)
- Duration: 90 minutes for each paper
- Negative Marking: No negative marking