State SchemeVerified for 2026

NMMS Scholarship (Maharashtra) Eligibility Criteria 2026

Qualifying Mark/Percent55% marks in previous class
Target Education LevelsClass 8
Eligible Caste/CategoriesGeneral, SC, ST, OBC
Gender LimitOpen to all (Boys and Girls)

Residency/Domicile Requirements

Must be a permanent resident of Maharashtra.

FAQs for NMMS Scholarship (Maharashtra)

Q.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.

Q.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.

Q.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).