Central Government SchemeVerified for 2026
National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS) Documents Required 2026
Required Documents Checklist
- Class 7 & 8 Marksheets
- Income Certificate
- School Bonafide
- Bank Account
- Aadhaar
DBT Bank Seeding Warning
Your primary bank account must be active, seeded with your Aadhaar card, and mapped on the NPCI mapper. The government disbursements are made exclusively via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
FAQs for National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS)
Q.What is the exam pattern?
Two tests: Mental Ability Test (MAT) and Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT), 90 questions each
Q.What is the pass percentage?
Must score 40% in each test (32% for SC/ST)
Q.Can private school students apply?
No, only government and government-aided school students are eligible
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helpline011-26172491, nmms-moe@gov.in