National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS)

iAbout This Scheme

NMMSS is a central sector scheme to award scholarships to meritorious students of economically weaker sections to arrest their dropout at Class 8 level. Selected students receive ₹12,000 per year (₹1,000/month) for Class 9 through 12 to continue their secondary education.

🎁Key Benefits

• ₹12,000 per year (₹1,000/month) for four years (Class 9 to 12)
• Disbursed directly to student's bank account via DBT through SBI
• Funds provided by the central government
• One-time selection; renewable on satisfactory academic performance

✅Eligibility Criteria

• 1
  Must clear state-level NMMS examination
• 2
  At least 55% marks in Class 7 (50% for SC/ST)
• 3
  Not studying in Kendriya Vidyalayas, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, or private unaided schools

📝How to Apply

❓Frequently Asked Questions