Assam NMMS Scholarship 2026
Directorate of Secondary Education, Assam
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Assam NMMS Scholarship 2026
Directorate of Secondary Education, Assam
Quick facts
About the role
The Directorate of Secondary Education, Assam, invites online applications for the National Means-Cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMS) for the 2026-2027 cycle. A total of 2,411 scholarships are reserved for eligible students from Assam. This centrally sponsored initiative supports bright students from economically weaker backgrounds, helping them continue secondary schooling without financial distress. Regular students currently enrolled in Class VIII across government, local authority, or state-aided schools in Assam may apply. Applicants must have secured at least 55% marks in their Class VII annual examinations, with a 5% relaxation granted to SC and ST candidates. The combined parental income from all sources must not exceed Rs 3,50,000 per annum. Students enrolled in private institutions, Kendriya Vidyalayas, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, or state-run residential hostels providing free boarding are not eligible. Qualified candidates receive financial assistance of Rs 12,000 annually across Classes IX to XII upon passing their respective yearly grades.
Highlights
- 2,411 state-quota scholarships for Class 8 students across Assam
- Financial aid of Rs 12,000 per annum credited directly to student accounts from Class 9 to 12
- Offline pen-and-paper test comprising Mental Ability Test (MAT) and Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)
- Parental income ceiling fixed at Rs 3.50 lakh per year from all income sources
- Open exclusively to students in Assam state government, local body, and aided schools
Selection process
- 1Mental Ability Test (MAT) carrying 90 multiple choice questions on reasoning and logic
- 2Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) carrying 90 questions covering Class 7 and 8 Science, Social Studies, and Mathematics
- 3Combined merit verification requiring minimum 40% aggregate marks (32% for SC and ST candidates)
- 4Annual renewal verification requiring at least 55% marks in Class 8, 9, and 11, and 60% in Class 10
How to apply
- 1Visit the official National Scholarship Portal (NSP) or the designated Assam DSE application link.
- 2Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process using student Aadhaar and basic school details.
- 3Fill in the NMMS 2026 application form with personal, parental income, and Class VII academic records.
- 4Upload scanned copies of the student photograph, signature, caste certificate, and disability certificate if applicable.
- 5Pay the examination fee online and download the submitted confirmation sheet for your school headmaster's records.
Important dates
- Online Applications Started12 Aug 2026
- Application Closing Date08 Nov 2026
- Admit Card Release Date12 Nov 2026
- NMMS Assam Examination Date28 Nov 2026
- Provisional Result DeclarationJan 2027
Official source & verification
Application status tracker
- Registration opens12 Aug 2026
- Last date to apply08 Nov 2026
- NMMS Assam Examination Date28 Nov 2026
Frequently asked questions
Who can submit an application for the Assam NMMS 2026?
Students currently enrolled in Class VIII in Assam government, local body, or government-aided schools can apply. They must have scored at least 55% in Class VII (50% for SC/ST) and have a family income under Rs 3,50,000 per year.
Are students attending private schools eligible for this scholarship?
No. Private school students cannot apply for this scheme. Enrolment is also barred for pupils studying in Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, Kendriya Vidyalayas, and government residential hostels that provide free boarding, lodging, and books.
What is the structure of the NMMS Assam examination?
The test consists of two offline papers of 90 minutes each. The Mental Ability Test evaluates logical reasoning through 90 MCQs. The Scholastic Aptitude Test tests Mathematics, Science, and Social Sciences through 90 MCQs based on middle school syllabus.
What amount of scholarship money do qualified students receive?
Selected students receive Rs 12,000 per academic year, distributed at Rs 1,000 monthly from Class IX to Class XII. Continued payment depends on passing each subsequent grade with the prescribed minimum percentages on the first attempt.
What is the examination fee and how should it be paid?
General and OBC candidates pay Rs 200, SC and ST candidates pay Rs 180, and PWD students pay Rs 175. The fee must be remitted online through the integrated payment gateway on the registration portal during submission.