NMMS Scholarship (Maharashtra)
MSCE Pune · Maharashtra
Amount
₹12k+
Deadline
30 Nov
Status
Open now
Provider Type
Government
Application Mode
Online
Last Verified
2026-27
About the Program
National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS) Maharashtra specific exam and selection process.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹12k+
Provides ₹12,000 per annum (₹1,000 per month) for classes 9 to 12. The scholarship is paid via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly into the student's Aadhaar-linked bank account.
Central Sector Scheme implemented by MSCE Pune. ₹12,000/year for eligible students.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
- Education level: Class 8
- Course / stream: Relevant courses
- Minimum marks: 55%
- Income limit: No income bar
- Category: General, SC, ST, OBC
- Domicile: Maharashtra
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Selection Process
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Selected based on a state-level competitive exam (Mental Ability Test and Scholastic Aptitude Test) conducted by MSCE Pune, subject to a family income limit of ₹3.5 Lakhs per annum
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Candidates must qualify with at least 40% aggregate marks (32% for SC/ST).
Renewal Policy
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Requires scoring at least 55% marks in Class IX and XI, and at least 60% (55% for SC/ST) in Class X board exams
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Students must continue studying in a government/government-aided school and submit the renewal application on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) annually.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
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Official Last Date & Timelines
30 November 2026
Exam usually in December. Application window typically Sept-Oct.
Dates are subject to change per the provider's official notification. Apply well before the closing date.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Can students of private schools apply for NMMS in Maharashtra?
No, students studying in private schools, Kendriya Vidyalayas, Navodaya Vidyalayas, or government residential schools with free boarding and lodging are not eligible for NMMS.
What is the examination fee for NMMS in Maharashtra?
The examination fee details are published in the official MSCE notification and are nominal, with fee concessions applicable for backward classes.
How is the scholarship money disbursed?
The scholarship money is disbursed through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly to the selected student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
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