NMMS Application Form 2025-26, Apply NMMS State-wise Registration Online

NMMS Application Form 2025-26, Apply NMMS State-wise Registration Online

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Mallika ThaledderUpdated on 16 Oct 2025, 09:53 AM IST
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NMMS is a national-level scholarship program conducted through exams organised by state-level authorities. The State Councils of Educational Research and Training (SCERTs) have released the NMMS scholarship application forms 2025-26 for Kerala, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Chandigarh, Delhi, Haryana, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Manipur, Assam, and Himachal Pradesh. The remaining states are expected to release the NMMS application forms in October and November 2025. The last date for submission of the NMMS exam 2025 application form will vary as per the SCERT of each state.

This Story also Contains

  1. Ongoing NMMS Application Form 2025-26
  2. NMMS Scholarship 2025-26 Apply Online (State-Wise)
  3. Who can apply for the NMMS Exam 2025?
  4. NMMS Application Fees 2025-26
  5. State-Wise NMMS Online Form 2025-26
  6. How to Submit the NMMS Exam Form 2025-26
  7. Steps to Submit the NMMS Application 2025-26 Form in Offline Mode
  8. NMMS Renewal
NMMS Application Form 2025-26, Apply NMMS State-wise Registration Online
NMMS Application Form 2025-26

To apply, students need to complete the NMMS registration form 2025 by providing the required documents and paying the prescribed application fee. Each SCERT announces the Class 8 NMMS 2025-26 application and exam dates separately on its official website. Students can check the NMMS application dates below. Some states like Odisha, West Bengal, and Nagaland have closed the NMMS applications. The state-wise NMMS application links can be found in the table provided in the article below.

The NMMS Scholarship 2025-26 is designed to support the education of deserving students by providing financial assistance of INR 12,000 per year to selected students from Classes 9 to 12. Students can go through the full article to know more about the NMMS application process.

Ongoing NMMS Application Form 2025-26

The SCERTs release the NMMS application forms 2025-26. Students must keep an eye on the dates. Below, we have given the list of states with ongoing applications:

  • NMMS Kerala: October 13 to October 27, 2025
  • NMMS Telangana: September 4 to October 6, 2025, October 14, 2025, October 18, 2025
  • NMMS Karnataka: September 10 to October 31, 2025
  • NMMS Maharashtra: September 12 to October 21, 2025
  • NMMS Andhra Pradesh: September 4 to October 15, 2025, October 25, 2025

Closed NMMS Application Form 2025-26

Students can check the list of states whose NMMS application form was closed for 2025-26.

  • NMMS Haryana: September 8 to October 15, 2025
  • NMMS Uttarakhand: September 18 to October 15, 2025
  • NMMS Assam: July 25 to October 15, 2025
  • NMMS Delhi: September 11 to October 4, 2025
  • NMMS Chandigarh: October 5, 2025 (Last date to fill form)
  • NMMS UP: August 27 to October 4, 2025
  • NMMS Himachal Pradesh: August 1 to September 30, 2025
  • NMMS Odisha: August 16 to September 16, 2025
  • NMMS West Bengal: August 7 to September 16, 2025
  • NMMS Nagaland: Last date to apply was August 30, 2025
  • NMMS Manipur: August 20 to October 10, 2025
  • NMMS Rajasthan: September 15 to October 10, 2025

NMMS Scholarship 2025-26 Apply Online (State-Wise)

Students applying for the NMMS exam 2025-26 can refer to the table below for the application form dates, along with the application mode and the form link.

NMMS Application Form 2025 Dates

StatesLast DateApplication ModeForm Link/Notification Link
NMMS Assam FormOctober 15, 2025OnlineClick Here (Closed)
NMMS Himachal Pradesh FormSeptember 30, 2025OnlineClick Here (Closed)
NMMS Manipur FormOctober 10, 2025Online and OfflineClick Here (Closed)
NMMS Nagaland FormAugust 30, 2025Through schools (Offline)Click Here (Closed)
NMMS Odisha FormSeptember 16, 2025OnlineClick Here (Closed)
NMMS Uttar Pradesh FormSeptember 24, October 4, 2025OnlineClick here (Closed)
NMMS West Bengal FormSeptember 16, 2025OnlineClick Here (Closed)
NMMS Andhra Pradesh FormOctober 15, 2025 October 25, 2025Online (Through schools)Click Here
NMMS Telangana Formfrom September 4 to October 18, 2025Online (Through schools)Click Here
NMMS Haryana Formfrom September 8 to October 15, 2025OnlineClick Here (Closed)
NMMS Delhi Formfrom September 11 to October 4, 2025Through schools (Online)Click here (Closed)
NMMS Bihar FormDecember 2025OnlineTo be provided
NMMS Chhattisgarh FormJanuary 2026Through schoolsTo be provided
NMMS Chandigarh FormOctober 5, 2025OnlineClick Here (Closed)
NMMS Goa FormNovember 2025Through schools (Offline)To be provided
NMMS GujaratJanuary 2026Offline/Through SchoolsTo be provided
NMMS Jharkhand FormMay 2026OnlineTo be provided
NMMS JK FormMarch 2026Offline (Through schools)To be provided
NMMS Karnataka FormOctober 15, 2025 October 31, 2025OnlineClick Here
NMMS Kerala FormOctober 27, 2025Through schools (Online)Click Here
NMMS Madhya Pradesh FormOctober 2025OnlineTo be provided
NMMS Maharashtra FormOctober 11, 2025, October 21, 2025 (Without late fees)OnlineClick Here
NMMS Mizoram FormDecember 2025-To be provided
NMMS Puducherry FormFebruary 2026Offline (Through schools)To be provided
NMMS Punjab FormDecember 2025OnlineTo be provided
NMMS Rajasthan FormOctober 10, 2025
Through SchoolsClick Here (Closed)
NMMS Tamil NaduJanuary 2026OnlineTo be provided
NMMS Uttarakhand FormOctober 15, 2025Through schools (Offline)Click Here (Closed)
NMMS Arunachal PradeshOctober 2025Through schools (Offline)To be provided

Who can apply for the NMMS Exam 2025?

When filling out the NMMS application form 2025-26, students must keep in mind that they fulfil the eligibility criteria because the application forms of ineligible students will be rejected. Below, we have provided a table consisting of the NMMS eligibility criteria.

ParticularsEligibility conditions
Who can submit the NMMS application form?Class 8th Students
Minimum qualifying marks in class VIIVaries as per state. Generally, 55% marks in Class 7 are required for most states (50% for reserved categories)
Annual parental incomeLess than or equal to Rs. 3.5 lakh
Who is not eligible to apply?
  • Students who are pursuing their studies in private schools.
  • Students of Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Kendriya Vidyalaya, and Sainik schools.
  • Students studying in residential schools run by state government institutions with facilities like boarding, lodging and education.

Documents Required for NMMS Application Form 2025-26

Below, we have provided the list of documents required for filling up the NMMS application form 2025-26.

  • Two passport-size photographs.
  • Photocopy of SC/ST Certificate.
  • Income certificate (not exceeding Rs 3.5 lakh) from the competent authority.
  • A disability status certificate from the competent authority (if applicable).
  • A photocopy of the report card of the last examination passed.

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NMMS Application Fees 2025-26

Candidates filling out the NMMS application form 2025-26 must pay the required fee. Below, we have provided information related to the NMMS application fee structure of the previous year. However, the application fee is subject to change and may be changed in the present academic year. We will update the application fee as soon as NMMS releases it.

NMMS Assam Application Fee

  • For the general/OBC category: Rs 200
  • For SC/ST category: Rs 180
  • For Differently Abled: Rs 175

NMMS Maharashtra Application Date

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NMMS Telangana Application Fee for the Previous Year

  • General and backward caste: Rs 100
  • SC, ST and PH students: Rs 50

State-Wise NMMS Online Form 2025-26

Students applying for the NMMS scholarship must send their application form and documents to the state nodal officer of the respective state along with the application fee. Check out the list of NMMS states along with their official website links in the table below:

NMMS State-wise Application Form 2025-26 Website Links

StatesLinks
NMMS Tamil Nadudge.tn.gov.in
NMMS Assambidyarthi.co.in
NMMS Punjabssapunjab.org
NMMS Gujaratsebexam.org
NMMS Maharashtramscepune.in
NMMS Dadra & Nagar Havelidnh.nic.in
NMMS Arunachal Pradeshapdhte.nic.in
NMMS Jharkhandjacexamportal.in
NMMS Mizoramscert.mizoram.gov.in
NMMS Nagalandscert.nagaland.gov.in
NMMS Puducherryschooledn.py.gov.in
NMMS Rajasthaneducation.rajasthan.gov.in
NMMS Manipurmanipureducation.gov.in
NMMS Andhra Pradeshbse.ap.gov.in
NMMS Karnatakasslc.karnataka.gov.in
NMMS Meghalayamegeducation.gov.in
NMMS Biharscert.bihar.gov.in
NMMS Uttar Pradeshentdata.co.in.
NMMS Haryanascertharyana.gov.in
NMMS Jammu & Kashmirjkbose.nic.in
NMMS Himachal Pradeshhimachalservices.nic.in
NMMS Delhiedudel.nic.in
NMMS Daman & Diudaman.nic.in
NMMS Chandigarhsiechd.nic.in
NMMS Chhattisgarhscert.cg.gov.in
NMMS Keralascholarship.scert.kerala.gov.in
NMMS Sikkimsikkimhrdd.org
NMMS Madhya Pradesheducationportal.mp.gov.in
NMMS Telanganabse.telangana.gov.in
NMMS Uttarakhandscert.uk.gov.in
NMMS West Bengalscholarships.wbsed.gov.in
NMMS Tripurascertonline.tripura.gov.in
NMMS Goascert.goa.gov.in
NMMS Odishantse.scertodisha.nic.in

How to Submit the NMMS Exam Form 2025-26

Students wishing to apply for the NMMS scholarship 2025-26 must fill out the application online or offline mode. They must submit a hard copy to the respective school authorities. They must submit the NMMS application form before the last date to avoid inconveniences later on. Below, we have provided general instructions for the students:

Steps to Fill the NMMS Application Form 2025-26

  1. To apply for an NMMS scholarship online, students must visit the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) official website, scholarships.gov.in.
  2. Students must register as new users by filling in their date of birth, name, email address, and other required details.
  3. After that, to verify their mobile number, an OTP will be sent to their mobile number; they must enter the OTP and begin filling out the application form.
  4. As part of the NMMS exam form, students must enter their bank, education, and Aadhar details.
  5. Upload the required documents like scanned images of income certificates, caste certificates, and domicile certificates. They must ensure that the documents are in the correct format and size.
  6. Once the NMMS form is filled out, check it twice before submitting it to avoid inconvenience.

Details to be Filled in NMMS Registration Form 2025-26

Students must fill out the required details in the NMMS application form 2025-26. If a student fails to provide correct information, they will be disqualified from the program.

  • Date of birth (DOB)
  • State of domicile
  • Scholarship Category
  • Email ID
  • Name of student
  • Mobile number
  • Bank account details
  • Identification details or Aadhaar number

Steps to Submit the NMMS Application 2025-26 Form in Offline Mode

Students can fill out the NMMS application form 2025-26 online as well as in offline mode. Below, we have provided a step-by-step instruction on how to submit the NMMS application form 2025-26 in offline mode.

  • Obtain the scholarship form from the respective school.
  • Fill out the NMMS application form in capital letters.
  • Keep all information neat and avoid overwriting.
  • To complete the application, students must attach the required documents, such as their domicile, caste certificate, income proof, and mark sheet.
  • After completing the above steps, students must submit the application form to their schools/institutes for NMMS 2025-26.
  • A few days before the NMMS exam, selected students must pick up their NMMS admit card 2025-26 from their respective schools.

NMMS Application Form Important Instructions 2025-26

Students must check out the important instructions that are required to be followed while filling up the NMMS application form 2025-26. Below, we have provided general instructions that need to be followed with consideration.

  • To fill out the NMMS exam 2025-26 application form, students need a blue or black pen.
  • They must ensure that all details are written in capital letters.
  • It is mandatory to submit the application form by the deadline mentioned.
  • In case of incorrect or incomplete information, the NMMS exam 2025-26 application form will be rejected.

NMMS Renewal

To renew the NMMS scholarship, students need to reapply each year through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). The NMMS renewal process is important to continue to receive the scholarship funds from classes 9 to 12. The application window for NMMS renewal opens around July and closes by the end of August. Check more details below
NMMS Renewal: More details here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Who is eligible to fill out the NMMS application form 2025-26?
A:

Class 8 students can enrol for the NMMS exam offline or online.

Q: Does the NMMS form 2025-26 have a fee?
A:

The NMMS application fees vary from state to state. NMMS form 2025-26 is almost free in a few states; some states and UTs may levy a small fee.

Q: Can students from open schools apply to NMMS 2025-26?
A:

No. Only students enrolled in regular classes are eligible for NMMS 2025-26.

Q: What after the NMMS application form submission?
A:

Students must obtain the admit card from their schools after submitting the NMMS 2025-26 form.

Q: How to apply for NMMS Scholarship?
A:

Students can apply for NMMS scholarship 2025-26 through their respective schools or through the website of the respective state education department. They must submit the application form along with the required documents and application fees to complete the application process.

Q: Can I apply for NMMS in online mode?
A:

Yes, the NMMS online apply facility is available for a few states/UT. The application form can be filled out and submitted in online mode through the official website of state education department.

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Have a question related to NMMS ?

Hello, Applications for the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS) in Kerala for the 2025-26 academic year are currently open. Students must apply through their respective schools.

  • The application and all related information are available on the official Government of Kerala NMMSE portal

The application process for the NMMS scholarship in Kerala is conducted through the school. You cannot apply individually as a student.


Hope it's helpful to you.

Hello,

To know the application process for NMMS:

  1. Visit your state's official website SCERT or School Education Department website.
  2. Find the NMMS application form create an account on the portal and register for the NMMS 2025 exam.
  3. Fill the application form accurately.
  4. Upload scanned documents or certificates.
  5. pay the fee.
  6. submit and download the confirmation slip.

The deadline for the 8th Standard NMMS 2025 application has passed in many states.

For more details check the following links:

https://school.careers360.com/articles/nmms-application-form

https://school.careers360.com/exams/nmms

I hope this answer helps you!

Hello,

The last date to apply for the Rajasthan NMMS 2025-26 exam was October 10, 2025, so it cannot be extended further for the current application cycle. However, some states have different deadlines, and official announcements will be made on the state's education or scholarship portal.

I hope it will clear your query!!

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https://school.careers360.com/hi/articles/nmms-madhya-pradesh

NMMS usually refers to the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship – a government scholarship for Class 8 students in India. Its purpose is to encourage students to continue their education after Class 8 and reduce dropouts due to financial difficulties. Just visit the above link it will contain all the information.

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You can download the papers by visiting the link I have attached and reading the full content to learn more. The NMMS stands for National Means cum merit Scholarship

https://school.careers360.com/articles/nmms-question-papers