| Event Name | Scholarship |
| Name of Scholarship | NMMS |
| Organization | DSE, Assam |
| Eligibility | Class 8th |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Application Fee | Rs.200/- |
| Start Date | 17th August 2023 |
| Last Date | 10th October 2023 |
NMMS Scholarship 2023
The Directorate of Secondary Education in Assam has recently unveiled the official announcement pertaining to the Centrally Sponsored “National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS)” Scheme for the fiscal year 2023 – 2024. These NMMS Scholarships are bestowed upon exceptionally gifted and meritorious students who are pursuing their education as regular attendees in classes IX, X, XI, and XII within Government, Government-aided, or local body schools. It is imperative that the annual income of their parents does not exceed the sum of Rs. 3,50,000/-.
For those who meet the requisite criteria and are keen to seize this opportunity, eligible candidates are invited to complete their applications online by visiting the official website at (www.madhyamik.assam.gov.in). We suggest visiting our website, nerjobnews.com to stay informed, about the government and private sector job opportunities.
NMMS Scholarship Details
Exam Title: National Means Cum Merit Scholarship Examination, 2023
Scholarship Name: National Means-Cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme
Academic Session: 2023 – 2024
Administrative Authority: Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India
Examination Level: National Level
Grade: 8th Standard (Class VIII)
Application Process: Online
Number of Scholarships for Assam: 2411
Exam Date: November 18, 2023
Category-wise Reservation:
- SC: 15%
- ST: 7.5%
- PWD: 4%
Value of NMMS Scholarship in Assam:
The scholarship amount is Rs. 12,000 per annum, disbursed at Rs. 1,000 per month.
Eligibility Criteria for NMMS Scholarship:
To be eligible for the NMMS Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Grade: Students in Class-VIII studying in Government, Local Body, and Government-Aided schools are eligible.
- Academic Performance: A minimum of 55% marks or equivalent grade in Class VII examination is required to appear for the NMMS examination (5% less for SC/ST students).
- Continued Eligibility: Awardees must maintain a minimum of 55% marks in Class IX and XI and 60% in Class X for the scholarship to continue (with a 5% relaxation for SC/ST candidates) in higher classes.
- Family Income: Scholarships are awarded to gifted or meritorious students whose parental income does not exceed Rs. 3,50,000 per annum.
- Type of School: Students must be regular attendees in Government, Government-aided, or local body schools for a maximum period of four years while studying in classes IX, X, XI, and XII.
Ineligibility for NMMS Scholarship:
The following categories of students cannot apply for the NMMS Scholarship:
- Students studying in private schools are eligible to appear in the scholarship exam but are not eligible for the scholarship.
- Students studying in “Kendriya Vidyalaya” and “Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas” are not entitled to this scholarship.
- Students studying in Residential Schools run by State Government Institutions, where facilities like boarding, lodging, and education are provided, as well as students studying in private schools, are also ineligible for this scholarship.
NMMS Examination Fee for 2023:
- UR/OBC: Rs. 200/-
- SC/ST: Rs. 180/-
- PWD: Rs. 175/-
Payment Mode: Debit/Credit card, Internet Banking
How to Apply for NMMS Assam Scholarship?
Interested and eligible candidates can apply for the NMMS Assam Scholarship online by following these steps:
- Scroll down and go to the “Important Web-Links” section.
- Click on the “Online Application Form” and complete the registration process by clicking “Register Now.”
- In the next stage, provide all personal and educational details and upload necessary documents.
- After completing all these steps, candidates must pay the application fee according to their category.
- Finally, submit the form.
Documents to be Submitted with Online Application Form:
Candidates are required to upload the following documents along with the online application form:
- Scanned copy of Candidate’s Photograph.
- Scanned copy of Candidate’s Signature.
- Scanned copy of Candidate’s Caste certificate (Only for OBC, SC, and ST candidates).
- Scanned copy of Candidate’s Disability certificate (Disabled candidates).
- Scanned copy of Declaration Form.
Important Dates for NMMS Exam 2023:
| Starting Date of Online Application | August 17, 2023 |
| Last Date of Online application | October 10, 2023 |
| Date of issue of E-admit Cards | November 1, 2023 |
| Date of Examination | November 18, 2023 |
Important Web-Links for NMMS Exam:
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Declaration Form | Click Here |
| Official Guidelines | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Selection Process for NMMS Scholarship:
- A written examination of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) will be held on November 18, 2023, for the selection of candidates under the NMMS Scholarship Scheme.
- The question paper will be available in both Assamese and English mediums, with the OMR sheet in English.
- Previous 5 years’ question papers are available in the ‘Bidyarthi’ app on Google Play Store.
- Children with disabilities will be given extra time, as applicable.
- The examination consists of two papers: Mental Ability Test (MAT) and Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT).
Question Paper Details:
- Mental Ability Test (MAT): Total Marks – 90, Time: 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
- Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT): Total Marks – 90, Time: 01:00 PM to 02:30 PM
To qualify for the scholarship, the following conditions apply:
- Students must pass both MAT and SAT with at least 40% marks in aggregate (32% for SC/ST students).
- Students must have scored at least 55% marks or equivalent grade in Class VIII examination (50% for SC/ST students).
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