NMMS Scholarship — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | NMMS Scholarship 2026 — ₹12,000/Year for Class 9-12 Meritorious Students | scholarships.gov.in |
| Launched By | Government of India |
| Launch Year | 2008 |
| Benefit | ₹12,000/year (₹1,000/month) scholarship for Class 9 to 12 — 4 years continuous |
| Category | Education |
| Last Verified | June 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://scholarships.gov.in |
What is NMMS Scholarship?
National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS) is a centrally sponsored scholarship scheme that provides ₹12,000 per year (₹1,000/month) to meritorious students from economically weaker sections studying in Classes 9 to 12 in government schools. The scholarship continues for all 4 years (Class 9 to 12) subject to annual renewal. Apply through scholarships.gov.in.
Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive ₹12,000/year (₹1,000/month) scholarship for Class 9 to 12 — 4 years continuous. The scheme was launched in 2008 and is implemented by the Government of India.
राष्ट्रीय साधन-सह-योग्यता छात्रवृत्ति (NMMS) आर्थिक रूप से कमज़ोर वर्ग के होनहार छात्रों को Class 9 से 12 तक ₹12,000/वर्ष (₹1,000/माह) की छात्रवृत्ति देती है जो government school में पढ़ रहे हैं। scholarships.gov.in पर आवेदन करें।
₹12,000/वर्ष (₹1,000/माह) छात्रवृत्ति — Class 9 से 12 तक लगातार 4 वर्ष
Benefits of NMMS Scholarship
₹12,000/year (₹1,000/month) scholarship for Class 9 to 12 — 4 years continuous
Who is Eligible for NMMS Scholarship?
- ✓Student in Class 8 (applying for Class 9) or continuing Class 9-12
- ✓Must be studying in a Government / Government-aided / Local Body school
- ✓Annual family income: ₹3.5 lakh or less (from all sources)
- ✓Must score 55% or above in Class 7 (50% for SC/ST)
- ✓Must pass the NMMS State Level Examination conducted each November
Documents Required for NMMS Scholarship
How to Apply for NMMS Scholarship Online?
- 1scholarships.gov.in → 'New Registration' → register as fresh applicant
- 2NMMS state examination के लिए अपने school के Headmaster के माध्यम से apply करें
- 3November में State Level NMMS Exam दें (MAT + SAT — 2 papers)
- 4Result में qualify होने पर scholarships.gov.in पर scholarship application fill करें
- 5Documents upload करें और school verification कराएं
- 6₹12,000/वर्ष DBT से बैंक खाते में — हर वर्ष renewal के साथ
Official Government Portal
Apply directly on the official government website. This is the only authorised portal — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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