NMMSS Scholarship 2026-27: Last date to apply extended to 15 November 2026
The Union Ministry of Education has extended the last date to apply for the NMMSS scholarship for the 2026-27 session to 15 November 2026. This helps meritorious students from economically weaker sections who want the scholarship for studies from Class 9 onwards.
What this means for you
If you or your child studies in a government, government-aided or local body school and is a meritorious student from an economically weaker section, this applies to you. Those who have not applied yet can do so on the National Scholarship Portal by 15 November 2026. Those who have already applied should make sure their school and district nodal officers verify the application by the stated dates.
Key facts
- Last date to submit application: 15 November 2026
- Institute Nodal Officer (L1) verification: by 30 November 2026
- District Nodal Officer (L2) verification: by 15 December 2026
- 90,483 fresh and 1,99,531 renewal applications received till 30 October 2026
- Eligible students get Rs 12,000 per year, sent directly to their bank account through DBT
- At least 55% marks in Class 7 required; 5% relaxation for SC/ST; parents' annual income must not exceed Rs 3.5 lakh
What has changed
The Union Ministry of Education has extended the last date for submitting applications under the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) for the academic session 2026-27 to 15 November 2026. According to the ministry, this gives eligible students extra time to complete their application on the National Scholarship Portal and also helps officials verify applications on time.
What are the verification dates
The ministry has issued a revised schedule. The last date to submit applications is 15 November 2026. The institute nodal officer (L1) has to complete verification by 30 November 2026 and the district nodal officer (L2) by 15 December 2026.
Students who have already applied must make sure their application is verified by the concerned institute’s nodal officer by 30 November and by the district nodal officer by 15 December 2026.
What is the scheme
The scheme aims to support meritorious students from economically weaker sections and encourage them to continue their studies after Class 8 up to Class 12. Under the scheme, one lakh new scholarships are given every year to eligible students entering Class 9. For this, students have to pass a selection test conducted by the concerned state or union territory government. The scholarship is renewed from Class 10 to Class 12 if the student meets the prescribed academic criteria.
Who benefits
Eligible students studying in state government schools, government-aided schools and schools run by local bodies get a scholarship of Rs 12,000 every year. The amount is sent directly to their bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
To appear in the selection test, students must have at least 55% marks or an equivalent grade in Class 7. Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe students get a relaxation of five percentage points in marks. The applicant’s parents’ annual income must not be more than Rs 3.5 lakh.
How many applications so far
The application process for this scheme on the National Scholarship Portal began on 1 June 2026. Before applying for the scholarship, students must complete a one-time registration (OTR) on the portal. According to the ministry, 90,483 fresh and 1,99,531 renewal applications had been submitted under the scheme till 30 October 2026.
How to apply
Students who have not applied yet should complete the OTR registration on the National Scholarship Portal and submit their application by 15 November 2026. After applying, they should stay in touch with their school’s nodal officer so that verification is completed within the stated dates.
Questions and answers
What is the last date to apply for the NMMSS scholarship?
It is 15 November 2026. The Ministry of Education has extended the last date for the 2026-27 session to 15 November 2026.
Where do I apply for the NMMSS scholarship?
On the National Scholarship Portal. The application process for this scheme began on 1 June 2026, and students must complete a one-time registration (OTR) on the portal before applying.
How much money does the NMMSS scholarship give?
Eligible students get a scholarship of Rs 12,000 every year. The amount is sent directly to their bank account through DBT.
Who can apply for the NMMSS scholarship?
Eligible students studying in state government, government-aided and local body schools can apply. For the selection test, at least 55% marks or an equivalent grade in Class 7 is required, SC/ST students get a 5% relaxation in marks, and the applicant's parents' annual income must not be more than Rs 3.5 lakh.
When will my application be verified after I apply?
The institute nodal officer (L1) must verify by 30 November 2026 and the district nodal officer (L2) by 15 December 2026. Students who have already applied should make sure their verification is done by these dates.
Glossary
- LOC (List of Candidates)
- The official list of students who will sit a board exam, sent by the school to the board.
Source: PIB, "राष्ट्रीय साधन-सह-योग्यता छात्रवृत्ति योजना के अंतर्गत शैक्षणिक सत्र 2026-27 के लिए आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि बढ़ाकर 15 नवंबर 2026 की गई", 31 October 2026. Read the original notice
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