Gujarat National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS)
State Examination Board (SEB) Gujarat / Ministry of Education, Government of India · Gujarat
| Scheme Name | Gujarat National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS) |
| Provided By | State Examination Board (SEB) Gujarat / Ministry of Education, Government of India |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 9-10, Class 11-12 · Gujarat residents · Family income up to ₹3.5 Lakh/year |
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About the Program
The Gujarat National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS) is a central sector scheme implemented by the SEB Gujarat, awarding ₹12,000 per year to meritorious Class 8 students to continue education up to Class 12.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹12k+
Selected students receive ₹12,000 per year, disbursed as ₹1,000 per month, for classes 9 to 12. The total scholarship amount over four years is ₹48,000. The amount is directly transferred into the student's Aadhaar-linked bank account through the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) by the Ministry of Education.
Stipend of ₹12,000 annually to prevent student dropouts after Class 8 and to support secondary education of meritorious students from weaker financial backgrounds.
Note: Must qualify the NMMS state examination and study in a government or aided school.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Class 9-10, Class 11-12 |
| Course / Stream | All Streams |
| Minimum Marks | 55% |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹3.5 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS |
| Domicile State | Gujarat |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Class 7 marksheet (minimum 55% marks, 50% for SC/ST)
- ✓Income Certificate of parents (under ₹3.5 Lakh)
- ✓Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- ✓Aadhaar Card
- ✓Bank Passbook linked with Aadhaar
- ✓School ID Card / Class 8 enrollment proof
Selection Process
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Candidates are selected based on their performance in a state-level National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme Examination (NMMSE), conducted by the State Examination Board (SEB), Gujarat, typically for Class 8 students
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The examination consists of two papers:Mental Ability Test (MAT) and Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT), both objective type with multiple-choice questions
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To qualify, General and OBC candidates must score a minimum of 55% marks in Class 7, while SC/ST/Disabled candidates require a minimum of 50% marks in Class 7
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Additionally, students must achieve a minimum of 40% in each paper (MAT and SAT) to qualify, with a relaxation to 32% for SC/ST/PH students
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After passing the exam, a merit list is prepared, and selected students must then register and apply on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
Renewal Policy
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For annual renewal from Class 9 to Class 12, students must meet specific academic criteria and continue studying in eligible schools
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To renew the scholarship for Class 9 and Class 11, students must secure at least 55% marks in their previous year's final examination (50% for SC/ST students)
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For continuation in Class 10, students must achieve a minimum of 60% marks in their Class 9 final examination (55% for SC/ST students)
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For Class 12 renewal, a minimum of 55% marks is required in the Class 11 final exam (50% for SC/ST students)
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All required marks must be obtained in the first attempt
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Students must remain enrolled in a Government, Government-aided, or Local Body school
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moving to a private school will result in the discontinuation of the scholarship
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The renewal application must be submitted annually on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Visit the Official Website
Go to the State Examination Board (SEB) Gujarat official website: `sebexam.org`.
- 2Navigate to Application Section
Look for and click on the 'NMMS Online Application' or 'Apply Online' section, usually under a 'National Means Cum Merit Scholarship Scheme (For Standard VIII)' link.
- 3Registration
Register by providing necessary details, which may include an email ID or mobile number, to create an account.
- 4Fill Application Form
Log in with your created credentials and accurately fill in all required personal and academic details in the application form.
- 5Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of required documents, such as Class 7 marksheet, parental income certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar card, bonafide certificate from school, residential certificate, bank account details, and a recent passport-sized photograph. Ensure documents meet specified format and size requirements.
- 6Pay Application Fee
Pay the prescribed application fee through the online payment gateway. Fees are typically ₹70 for General/OBC/EWS and ₹50 for SC/ST/PH, plus service charges.
- 7Review and Submit
Carefully review all entered information for accuracy before final submission.
- 8Print Confirmation
Take a screenshot or print out the confirmation page for your records. B. After Qualifying the Exam (Application on National Scholarship Portal - NSP):
- 9Verify Selection
After the merit list is declared (expected February 2027 for 2026-27 exam), verify your selection through the official SEB Gujarat website.
- 10Register on NSP
Visit the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at `scholarships.gov.in`.
- 11One-Time Registration (OTR)
Complete the One-Time Registration using your credentials and OTP verification. Existing users for renewal should use their previous OTR.
- 12Fill NMMS Application on NSP
Search for 'NMMS' in the scholarship list and fill out the application form with personal, academic, and bank account details. Ensure your Aadhaar number is correctly linked with your bank account.
- 13Upload Documents
Upload required documents, which may include Class 7 marksheet, income certificate, caste certificate, Aadhaar card, bank passbook, NMMS merit certificate, and school enrollment certificate.
- 14Institute Verification
Your application will undergo verification by your school/institute.
- 15Disbursement
Once approved, the scholarship amount will be transferred directly to your Aadhaar-linked bank account through PFMS. C. Tracking Status:
- 16NSP Login
Log in to your account on the National Scholarship Portal (`scholarships.gov.in`).
- 17Check Application Status
The portal provides an option to track the status of your application, showing the various stages of verification and approval.
- 18Contact Helpline
If there are issues with disbursement, first contact your Institute Nodal Officer, then the NSP helpdesk, or the SEB Gujarat helpline.
Common Questions (FAQs)
What are the eligibility criteria for the Gujarat NMMS scholarship for the 2026-27 academic year?
To be eligible for the Gujarat NMMS scholarship for the 2026-27 academic year, students must be currently studying in Class 8 in a Government, Government-aided, or Local Body school in Gujarat. They must have secured a minimum of 55% marks or an equivalent grade in Class 7 (50% for SC/ST/Disabled candidates). The combined annual parental income from all sources must not exceed ₹3,50,000. Students from private schools, Kendriya Vidyalaya, Navodaya Vidyalaya, or boarding schools are not eligible.
How and when will the scholarship amount be disbursed?
The scholarship amount of ₹12,000 per year (₹1,000 per month) will be disbursed directly into the student's Aadhaar-linked bank account through the Public Financial Management System (PFMS). The amount is typically transferred after the student qualifies the NMMS exam, applies on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP), and their application is verified and approved. This process usually starts in June-July for the subsequent academic year after the exam.
What are the key conditions for renewing the NMMS scholarship each year?
To continue receiving the NMMS scholarship each year from Class 9 to 12, students must apply for renewal annually on the National Scholarship Portal. They must be promoted to the next class in the first attempt without failing. Academic performance requirements for renewal are: a minimum of 55% marks in Class 9 and Class 11 final exams (50% for SC/ST students), and a minimum of 60% marks in the Class 10 board exam (55% for SC/ST students). Students must also continue their studies in a Government, Government-aided, or Local Body school.
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