NMMSS 2024 Application Deadline Extended to September 30

NMMSS 2024 : The Education Ministry has extended the application deadline for the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) for the academic year 2024-25. As per the official announcement, students can apply for the scholarship scheme till September 30. Those eligible can fill out the NMMSS 2024 application form through the National Scholarship Portal, which is scholarship.gov.in.

The scheme offers scholarships to academically talented candidates from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. It aims to reduce dropout rates at the class VIII level and encourage students to pursue their secondary education.

The first criteria for students to qualify for the scholarship test is that they must have secured at least 55 per cent marks or an equivalent grade in their Class 7 examination and should be enrolled in Class 8, with a 5 per cent relaxation for SC and ST students. It is to be noted that the selection test is conducted annually by the states and UTs. In addition to that, the family income should not exceed Rs 3,50,000 per annum from all sources.

NMMSS 2024: Steps To Apply

Step 1: Visit the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at scholarship.gov.in.

Step 2: Complete the one-time registration (OTR) using your Aadhaar number or Aadhaar Enrolment ID (EID).

Step 3: Then, log in using your credentials.

Step 4: Now, search for and click on the NMMSS scholarship scheme.

Step 5: Fill out the online application form with the required details.

Step 6: Double-check all details for accuracy and upload the necessary documents.

Step 7: After verification, apply and save a copy of the same for future use.

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