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NMMSS Scholarship Application Deadline Extended to November 15, 2026

The Ministry of Education has extended the application deadline for the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) to November 15, 2026. This extension allows students who missed the original deadline to apply through the National Scholarship Portal. The revised schedule includes important verification dates and eligibility criteria, ensuring that meritorious students from economically weaker sections can continue their education uninterrupted. With 1 lakh scholarships available annually, this scheme aims to support students from class 9 to class 12. Read on for detailed information about the application process and eligibility requirements.
By Sourabh Singh Nov 3, 2026, 12:27 IST

Application Deadline Extension for NMMSS



The Ministry of Education has announced an extension for the application deadline of the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) for the academic year 2026-27, now set for November 15. Students who missed the initial deadline are encouraged to complete their applications via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) before this new date.


Along with the deadline extension, the Union Ministry of Education has also published a revised schedule for the application process. The updated timeline is detailed in the table below:


Revised Schedule for NMMSS

Event | Date


Last date for application submission | November 15, 2026


Verification by Institute Nodal Officer (L1) | November 30, 2026


Verification by District Nodal Officer (L2) | December 15, 2026


Application Process and Statistics

The National Scholarship Portal (NSP) has been accepting applications since June 1, 2026. Students must complete a One-Time Registration (OTR) on the portal before applying for the scholarship. As of October 30, 2026, a total of 90,483 new applications and 1,99,531 renewal applications have been submitted.


Students who have already applied should ensure that their applications are verified by the Institute Nodal Officer (L1) by November 30, and by the District Nodal Officer (L2) by December 15, 2026.


Eligibility Criteria for NMMSS

Eligibility and Criteria


To qualify for the NMMSS scholarship, students must achieve a minimum of 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) in Class 7. A relaxation of 5% in marks is available for SC/ST students. Additionally, the annual income of the student's parents should not exceed ₹3.50 lakh.


Overview of the NMMSS Scholarship Scheme

What is the scholarship scheme?


The NMMSS aims to assist meritorious students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, allowing them to pursue their education from class 9 to class 12 without interruption after completing class 8.


The scheme provides 1 lakh new scholarships each year to eligible students in class 9, who qualify through an examination conducted by their respective state or union territory governments. Scholarships can be renewed based on academic performance, continuing from class 10 through class 12, with successful candidates receiving ₹12,000 annually.


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