National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS)
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