NMMS Scholarship 2026-27: Application Deadline Extended to September 30

The Ministry of Education has extended the application deadline for the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMS) 2026-27. Eligible students can now submit their scholarship applications through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) until September 30, 2026.

The NSP has also listed October 15 as the last date for Institute Nodal Officer (INO) verification and October 31 for District Nodal Officer (DNO) verification.

Students who wish to apply for the NMMS Scholarship 2026-27 must complete their One-Time Registration (OTR) before filling out the scholarship application. The NSP states that OTR is mandatory for applying for scholarships and provides students with a unique registration number for their academic career.

NMMS Scholarship 2026-27: Important Dates

Students are advised to complete their applications well before the deadline and ensure that all details and documents submitted on the NSP are accurate.

NMMS Scholarship 2026-27: About the Scheme

The National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) is a Central Sector Scheme designed to support meritorious students from economically weaker sections and help reduce school dropouts after Class 8. Under the scheme, one lakh fresh scholarships are awarded every year to selected Class 9 students who qualify through the selection examination conducted by their respective State or Union Territory governments. The scholarship is subsequently renewed from Classes 10 to 12, subject to the prescribed academic requirements.

The scheme is applicable to students studying in State Government, Government-aided and local-body schools. The scholarship amount is ₹12,000 per year, and eligible beneficiaries receive the amount through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) into their bank accounts.

NMMS Scholarship 2026-27: Eligibility

Students whose parental income from all sources does not exceed ₹3.50 lakh per annum are eligible, subject to other scheme conditions. Candidates must generally have secured at least 55% marks or an equivalent grade in Class 7, with a 5% relaxation for SC/ST students, to appear for the selection test.

How to Apply for NMMS Scholarship 2026-27

Students should first generate their One-Time Registration (OTR) on the National Scholarship Portal. After completing OTR, they can log in using their OTR credentials, select the NMMS scheme for the academic year 2026-27 and complete the application form.

Applicants should carefully enter their personal, academic and bank details and submit the application before September 30, 2026. After submission, applications will undergo verification at the institute and district levels.

The extension provides eligible students additional time to complete the NMMS 2026-27 application process. Candidates should check the NSP regularly for updates and ensure that their applications are submitted and verified within the prescribed deadlines.

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