NMMSS 2026: Delhi to Conduct Class 8 Scholarship Exam on December 5

Published: Thursday, September 10, 2026, 9:54 [IST]

The Directorate of Education (DoE), Government of Delhi, has released the examination schedule for the National Means-Cum Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) 2026. The scholarship test is scheduled to be held on December 5, 2026, for eligible students studying in Class 8.

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Delhi to Conduct Class 8 Scholarship Exam on December 5

The application window opened on September 9, 2026, and students can submit their applications online until October 5, 2026. NMMSS is intended to support academically deserving students from economically weaker families and help them continue their education beyond Class 8.

NMMSS 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Students currently enrolled in Class 8 at government, government-aided or local body schools under the Government of NCT of Delhi can apply for the scholarship examination, provided they meet the prescribed eligibility conditions.

Academic performance in Class 7 is one of the key requirements. Students from the General and OBC categories must have obtained a minimum of 55% marks in Class 7 during the 2025-26 academic session.

For candidates belonging to the SC, ST and PH categories, the minimum required marks are 50%. Students should ensure that they satisfy the applicable academic requirement before submitting the NMMSS application.

NMMSS 2026 Income Criteria

Apart from academic performance, the scholarship scheme also includes an income criterion. The annual family income from all sources must not exceed Rs 3.5 lakh.

Candidates who meet the income requirement will need to provide a valid income certificate issued by the SDM or Tehsildar as part of the application or verification process. Students and parents should ensure that the certificate meets the prescribed requirements and is available when required.

The NMMSS examination provides an opportunity for eligible Class 8 students to compete for financial assistance and continue their studies after completing the elementary stage of education. Applicants should carefully check the official Delhi Education Department instructions and complete the application within the prescribed deadline.

NMMSS 2026: Who Can Apply?

The examination is open to students studying in Class 8 in government, government-aided and local body schools under the Government of NCT of Delhi. Candidates must fulfil the prescribed academic and family-income requirements.

Students belonging to the General and OBC categories must have secured at least 55% marks in Class 7 during the 2025-26 academic session. The minimum qualifying requirement for SC, ST and PH candidates is 50% marks.

The scheme also has an annual family income limit. The total income from all sources should not exceed Rs 3.5 lakh per year. Eligible candidates will be required to submit a valid income certificate issued by the SDM or Tehsildar.

NMMSS Scholarship Amount and Duration

The NMMSS provides financial assistance to selected students to help them continue their education from Class 9 to Class 12. Students selected under the state quota are nominated to the Ministry of Education, Government of India, for scholarship disbursement.

Selected beneficiaries receive Rs 1,000 per month, amounting to Rs 12,000 per year, subject to the applicable Ministry of Education rules and conditions.

The scholarship can continue up to Class 12, provided students fulfil the eligibility and academic conditions prescribed under the scheme.

NMMSS 2026 Important Dates

Event	Date
Application begins	September 9, 2026
Last date to apply	October 5, 2026
NMMSS 2026 examination	December 5, 2026

Students and parents should complete the application process before the deadline and carefully check all eligibility requirements and documents. The NMMSS scholarship is intended to reduce financial barriers and support deserving students in continuing their secondary and senior secondary education.