NMMS Uttarakhand 2026
National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) is a Central Sector Scholarship Scheme for meritorious students belonging to economically weaker sections. In Uttarakhand, the state-level NMMS selection examination is conducted by the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Uttarakhand.
The scholarship is intended to support selected students from Class IX to Class XII. Students are selected through the state-level NMMS examination conducted at the Class VIII stage.
NMMS Uttarakhand 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Name | National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) |
| State | Uttarakhand |
| Exam Conducting Authority | SCERT Uttarakhand |
| Eligible Class | Class VIII |
| Scholarship Amount | ₹12,000 per year |
| Monthly Amount | ₹1,000 per month |
| Scholarship Duration | Class IX to Class XII |
| Selection Tests | MAT and SAT |
NMMS Uttarakhand Scholarship Amount
Under NMMSS, selected students receive a scholarship of ₹12,000 per year, equivalent to ₹1,000 per month. The scholarship can continue from Class IX through Class XII subject to the prescribed renewal and academic requirements.
A student receiving the scholarship for the full four-year period can receive up to ₹48,000 in total.
NMMS Uttarakhand Eligibility 2026
The basic eligibility conditions for NMMSS are prescribed by the Ministry of Education, while SCERT Uttarakhand conducts the state-level selection examination.
- The student must be studying in Class VIII at the time of the selection examination.
- The student should have secured at least 55% marks or equivalent grade in Class VII.
- SC and ST students receive a 5% relaxation in the minimum qualifying marks.
- Parental income from all sources should not exceed ₹3.50 lakh per year.
- The student should be studying as a regular student in a Government, Government-aided or local body school.
- Students studying in Kendriya Vidyalayas, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas and specified residential schools are not eligible.
- Reservation is applicable according to the State Government norms.
NMMS Uttarakhand Income Limit
The parental income limit under the current NMMSS guidelines is ₹3.50 lakh per annum from all sources. Students claiming eligibility under the income criterion must provide the required income certificate according to the instructions issued for the examination/application.
NMMS Uttarakhand Exam Pattern
The NMMS selection examination consists of two tests: Mental Ability Test (MAT) and Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT).
| Test | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mental Ability Test (MAT) | 90 | 90 |
| Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) | 90 | 90 |
| Total | 180 | 180 |
Candidates must qualify both MAT and SAT as prescribed under the NMMSS rules. The minimum aggregate qualifying percentage is generally 40%, while the qualifying requirement for SC/ST students is 32%.
NMMS Uttarakhand Syllabus
Mental Ability Test (MAT)
MAT checks reasoning and critical-thinking ability. Topics may include analogy, classification, numerical series, pattern perception, hidden figures and other verbal and non-verbal reasoning questions.
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)
SAT covers Mathematics, Science and Social Science based on the prescribed Class VII and Class VIII level syllabus.
NMMS Uttarakhand 2025-26 Latest Official Result
SCERT Uttarakhand announced the result of the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Examination 2025-26 on 30 January 2026. According to the SCERT Uttarakhand announcement, 1,048 students were selected for NMMSS.
The same examination cycle also included the Dr. Shivanand Nautiyal Scholarship Scheme and Shri Dev Suman Scholarship Scheme.
Previous NMMS Uttarakhand Exam Schedule
| Event | 2025-26 Cycle |
|---|---|
| Application Start | September 2025 |
| Application Last Date | October 2025 |
| NMMS Examination | 16 December 2025 |
| Result | 30 January 2026 |
The above dates are provided as the latest completed Uttarakhand examination cycle for reference. The exact 2026-27 state-level examination schedule should be checked in the latest SCERT Uttarakhand notification before publishing or applying.
NMMS Uttarakhand Application Process
- Visit the official SCERT Uttarakhand website.
- Open the scholarship or NMMS examination section.
- Read the latest notification carefully.
- Enter the required student, school and academic details.
- Upload the required certificates and documents.
- Verify all details before final submission.
- Submit the application within the prescribed deadline.
- Keep the application or registration details for future reference.
NMMS Scholarship Application on NSP
After selection, NMMSS scholarship applications are processed through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). For Academic Year 2026-27, the NSP portal is open from 1 June 2026. The NSP currently lists National Means Cum Merit Scholarship as a merit-based scheme with student applications open until 31 October 2026.
Students are required to complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process before submitting the scholarship application on NSP.
Documents Required for NMMS Uttarakhand
- Student academic details
- Class VII marks information
- Income Certificate
- Caste Certificate, wherever applicable
- Disability Certificate, wherever applicable
- Bank account details
- Aadhaar/OTR details required for NSP scholarship processing
- Other documents specified in the latest SCERT Uttarakhand notification
NMMS Uttarakhand Result 2026
SCERT Uttarakhand publishes the state-level NMMS result and merit list after the examination. For the 2025-26 examination, the result was officially announced on 30 January 2026 and 1,048 students were selected for NMMSS.
Students should check the official SCERT Uttarakhand website for the latest examination result, merit list and selection information.
NMMS Uttarakhand Scholarship Renewal
Selected students can receive the scholarship from Class IX to Class XII subject to the applicable renewal conditions. For continuation, students must satisfy the prescribed academic requirements and promotion conditions.
Under the NMMSS guidelines, students generally need at least 60% marks in the Class X examination for continuation to higher classes, with a 5% relaxation for SC/ST students. Clear promotion in the required classes is also necessary.
NMMS Scholarship Payment
NMMSS scholarship payments are processed through the National Scholarship Portal. Scholarship funds are disbursed directly to eligible students through DBT using the Public Financial Management System (PFMS), subject to verification and approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
NMMS Uttarakhand Scholarship कितनी है?
NMMSS के तहत चयनित विद्यार्थियों को ₹12,000 प्रति वर्ष यानी ₹1,000 प्रति माह scholarship मिलती है।
NMMS Uttarakhand के लिए कितने marks चाहिए?
Class VII में सामान्यतः कम से कम 55% marks या equivalent grade चाहिए। SC/ST विद्यार्थियों के लिए 5% relaxation है।
NMMS Uttarakhand की income limit क्या है?
NMMSS के current central guidelines के अनुसार parents की सभी sources से annual income ₹3.50 lakh से अधिक नहीं होनी चाहिए।
NMMS Uttarakhand परीक्षा कौन आयोजित करता है?
Uttarakhand में state-level NMMS examination SCERT Uttarakhand द्वारा आयोजित किया जाता है।
NMMS Uttarakhand में कितने students selected हुए?
SCERT Uttarakhand के अनुसार 2025-26 NMMS examination में 1,048 विद्यार्थियों का NMMSS scholarship के लिए चयन किया गया।
NMMS Scholarship कितने years तक मिलती है?
निर्धारित renewal conditions पूरी करने पर scholarship Class IX से Class XII तक अधिकतम चार वर्षों के लिए मिल सकती है।
Important Note
NMMS Uttarakhand की state-level application dates, examination date, admit card, answer key और result schedule प्रत्येक cycle में बदल सकते हैं। 2026-27 की exact state examination dates के लिए SCERT Uttarakhand की latest official notification को प्राथमिक स्रोत मानें। NSP पर Academic Year 2026-27 का NMMSS scheme currently listed है।
