NMMS Renewal: Steps to Apply for NMMS Scholarship Renewal

NMMS Renewal Application Dates on NSP

Eligibility of NMMS Renewal

Once selected in Class 8, a student doesn’t need to appear in the NMMS exam again. But to continue receiving the scholarship each year (in Classes 9, 10, 11, and 12), they must fulfil certain NMMS eligibility conditions. These conditions are given below.

Maintain minimum marks

To renew the NMMS scholarship for Class 9 and 11, students must achieve a minimum of 55% marks in their final exams, with a relaxation to 50% for SC/ST students. For Class 10 renewal, a minimum of 60% marks is required in the board exam, with SC/ST students needing at least 55%. Finally, for Class 12 renewal, students must again secure a minimum of 55% marks in their Class 11 final exam, with the relaxed criterion of 50% for SC/ST students. It is important to note that all these specified marks must be obtained in the first attempt and not through compartmental examinations.

NMMS Renewal: Pass Percentage Required

Pass every class without gaps

• The student must be promoted to the next class without failing or taking a gap year.
• No breaks are allowed between academic sessions.
• If a student fails or discontinues their studies for any reason (other than medical), the NMMS scholarship is permanently discontinued.

Stay enrolled in an eligible school type

To continue receiving the NMMS scholarship, the student must be promoted to the next class without failing or taking a gap year. There should be no breaks allowed between academic sessions. If a student fails or discontinues their studies for any reason (other than medical), the NMMS scholarship will be permanently discontinued.

Income Criteria (Only for First-Time Selection)

For a student's initial selection in Class 8, the annual family income must not exceed Rs 3.5 lakh, although this amount may vary slightly depending on the state. This income condition is not re-verified for subsequent renewals, unless a specific state authority mandates it.

Apply for renewal on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) every year within the deadline.

The student must apply for NMMS renewal every year through the National Scholarship Portal within the deadline (by August or September).

Documents Needed for NMMS Renewal

• The previous year’s marksheet
• A bona fide certificate from the current school
• Aadhaar-linked bank account details
• Income certificate (if asked again)
• Domicile/category certificate (if applicable)

How to Apply for NMMS Renewal?

Students can apply for NMMS renewal by following these steps

• Go to the National Scholarship Portal official website: https://scholarships.gov.in

• Click on “Login” and select the academic year (e.g., 2025–26)

• Next, choose “Renewal Login” and enter the following information

  • Application ID (from previous year)

  • Password

  • Captcha Code

• Once logged in, students will see the pre-filled data from the previous application.

• They need to update the class & academic details (e.g., now in Class 10, 11, etc.), marks obtained in the previous year and school details (if changed within allowed types – Govt/Govt-aided only)

• Upload scanned copies of the documents. After verifying all details, click “Final Submit”. Once submitted, students cannot edit the form.

The NMMS renewal application is forwarded to their school/institute for verification. After that, it goes to the District/State Nodal Officer.