ScholarshipCENTRAL / ALL INDIA
National Means Cum Merit Scholarship (NMMSS) 2026
Ministry of Education invites online applications from meritorious students of economically weaker sections. ₹12,000 per annum.
Scholarship Scheme Overview
| Scholarship Scheme | National Means Cum Merit Scholarship (NMMSS) 2026 |
|---|---|
| Funding Ministry / Department | Government Ministry |
| Financial Grant / Amount | ₹12,000 per annum (₹1,000/month) |
| Eligibility Overview | Class 8 passed with 55% marks, Family Income < ₹3.5 Lakh |
| Application Start Date | 1 Sept 2026 |
| Online Registration Deadline | 15 Oct 2026 |
| Mode of Disbursement | Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to Aadhaar-linked Bank Account |
Important Dates Schedule
Portal Opens for Application
1 Sept 2026
Last Date to Submit Online Form
15 Oct 2026
Mandatory Documents Required for Application
- Aadhaar Card: Duly linked with active mobile number for OTP verification.
- Bank Account Passbook: Active bank account in applicant’s name seeded with NPCI / Aadhaar for DBT credit.
- Income Certificate: Valid annual family income certificate issued by a competent revenue authority (Tehsildar/SDM).
- Caste / Category Certificate: Where applicable (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) issued in candidate’s name.
- Previous Year Academic Marksheet: Proof of meeting the minimum qualifying marks percentage.
- Current Year Fee Receipt & Bonafide Certificate: Stamped and signed by the Head of the Institution.
Official Scholarship Portal Links
Verified SourcesApply Online on National / State Scholarship Portal
New registration and renewal portal for eligible candidates.
Official Guidelines & Scheme PDF
Official ministry guidelines and document checklist.
Official Portal Homepage
Official government scholarship portal.
Advisory: Candidates are strongly advised to read the official notification carefully on the respective official authority website before applying or making any fee payment.
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