National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS)

Ministry of Education - Department of School Education
Central Government
Official Website

Amount

12000

₹12000 per annum (₹1000/month)

Education Level

Class 9 to 12 (Secondary and Higher Secondary)

Application Deadline

October-November

Opens: July-August

Category

All categories - Need cum Merit

Academic Requirements

Minimum 55% in Class 8 (50% for SC/ST); Must clear state-level exam

Income Criteria

350000

Field of Study

All streams

Application Process

Online via NSP after state selection exam

Documents Required

Aadhaar; Class 8 Marksheet; Income Certificate; State Selection Test Score; Bank Details

Selection Process

State-level selection test + Merit

Renewal Criteria

Minimum 55% marks in Class 9-12

Duration

4 years (Class 9-12)

Number of Slots

100000

Contact Information

State Education Department contacts

Special Notes

Must clear National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Selection Test (NMMS)

Key Information

Amount
12000
Education Level
Class 9 to 12 (Secondary and Higher Secondary)
Deadline
October-November
Provider
Ministry of Education - Department of School Education