NMMS Scholarship 2024 – National Means Cum-Merit Scholarship

NMMS Scholarship 2024 – National Means Cum-Merit Scholarship

The official notification for the Centrally Sponsored “National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS)” Scheme for the financial year 2024 – 2025 has been announced by the Directorate of Secondary Education, Assam. This scholarship is intended to provide support to talented or high-achieving students who are enrolled in class IX, X, XI, and XII in Government, Government-aided, and local body schools. Applicants must have a parental income that does not exceed Rs. 3,50,000/- per annum. Those who are interested and meet the eligibility criteria can submit their applications online by visiting www.madhyamik.assam.gov.in.

NMMS Scholarship 2024 Highlights

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NMMS Scholarship Details

Name of exam: National Means Cum Merit Scholarship Examination, 2024

Name of scholarship: National Means-Cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme

Academic session: 2024 – 2025

Nodal agency: Ministry of Education (MoE), GOI

Exam level: National Level

Class: Class VIII (8th Standard)

Application method: Online

Number of scholarships for Assam: 2411

Date of exam: 23rd November 2024

Helpline: 8929207668

Category-wise Reservation

• SC: 15%
• ST: 7.5%
• PWD: 4%

Value of NMMS Scholarship

The scholarship amount is Rs. 12,000/- per annum, distributed at Rs. 1,000 per month.

Eligibility Criteria

• Class: Students of Class VIII studying in Government, Local Body, and Government-aided schools are eligible.
• Marks:
  • A minimum of 55% marks or equivalent grade in Class VII is required to appear for the NMMS examination (5% relaxation for SC/ST students).
  • Awardees must score at least 55% in Class IX and XI and 60% in Class X for the continuance of the scholarship (5% relaxation for SC/ST candidates).
• Family Income: Parental income should not exceed Rs. 3,50,000/- per annum.
• Type of School: Regular students in class IX, X, XI, and XII in Government, Government-aided, and local body schools for up to four years.

Who Can’t Apply

• Students studying in private schools.
• Students of Kendriya Vidyalayas and Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas.
• Students in State Government-run residential schools.
• Students in private schools.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates may apply online through the Official NMMS Assam Scholarship Portal. Follow these steps:

1. Scroll down to the Important Web-Links section.
2. Click on “Online Application Form” and complete the registration process by clicking “Register Now.”
3. Fill in your personal and educational details and upload the necessary documents.
4. Pay the application fee as per your category.
5. Submit the form.

Documents to be Submitted

• Scanned copy of the candidate’s photograph.
• Scanned copy of the candidate’s signature.
• Scanned copy of the candidate’s caste certificate (for OBC, SC, and ST candidates).
• Scanned copy of the candidate’s disability certificate (for disabled candidates).
• Scanned copy of the Declaration Form.

Important Dates

• Starting date of submission: 1st August 2024
• Last date of submission: 30th October 2024
• Date of issue of E-admit Cards: 10th November 2024
• Date of Examination: 23rd November 2024

Important Web-Links of NMMS Exam

Online Application Form	Click Here
Official Notification	Click Here
Declaration Form	Click Here
Official Guidelines	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here
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Selection Process

The selection involves a written examination of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on 23rd November 2024. The exam consists of two papers:

• Mental Ability Test (MAT): 90 Marks
• Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT): 90 Marks

Conditions for selection:

• Students must pass both MAT and SAT with at least 40% marks in aggregate (32% for SC/ST students).
• Students must have scored at least 55% marks in Class VIII (50% for SC/ST students).

Previous years’ question papers are available in the ‘Bidyarthi’ app on Google Play Store. Children with disabilities will receive extra time as applicable.

FAQs

Q: What is the NMMS Scholarship 2024?

The NMMS Scholarship 2024, also known as the National Means Cum-Merit Scholarship, is a centrally sponsored program aimed at supporting meritorious students from low-income families studying in Government, Government-aided, and local body schools.

Q: Who is eligible for the NMMS Scholarship 2024?

Students of Class VIII from Government, Government-aided, and local body schools with a parental income not exceeding Rs. 3,50,000/- per annum are eligible. They must have scored at least 55% in Class VII (50% for SC/ST students).

Q: How much is the NMMS Scholarship worth?

The scholarship provides Rs. 12,000/- per annum, distributed as Rs. 1,000 per month.

Q: How can I apply for the NMMS Scholarship 2024?

Eligible candidates can apply online through the official NMMS Assam Scholarship Portal. Complete the registration, fill in personal and educational details, upload necessary documents, pay the application fee, and submit the form.