Short Information : Bihar SCERT NMMSS Scholarship 2026 The Bihar State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Patna, has invited online applications for the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) for the Academic Year 2025-26 (Project Year 2026-27). This scholarship is awarded to meritorious but economically disadvantaged students studying in Class 8. We will provide you with important information about this NMMSS Scholarship, including important dates, eligibility criteria, application process, and other details. All official updates and the direct application link are available below on IndianSarkari2026.
Bihar State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT)Bihar SCERT NMMSS Scholarship 2026 |
Bihar SCERT NMMSS Scholarship 2026 Overview
| Details | Information |
| Yojana Name | National Means Cum Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMS) |
| Conducting Authority | SCERT Bihar, Patna |
| Eligible Class | Class VIII |
| Scholarship Amount | ₹12,000 per Year |
| Examination Mode | Offline (OMR Sheet) |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Academic Session | 2025–26 |
| Project Year | 2026–27 |
| Official website | https://scert.bihar.gov.in/ |
Bihar SCERT NMMSS Scholarship 2026 Online Date
| Process | Date |
| Online Application Start | 26-01-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 15-02-2026 |
| School Verification | 26-01-2026 to 16-02-2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 05-03-2026 |
| NMMS Examination Date | 08-03-2026 |
| Answer Key Release | 09-03-2026 |
NMMS Scholarship Application Fee 2026
- GEN / EWS / OBC: No Application Fee
- SC / ST / PH: No Application Fee
Objective of NMMS Scholarship 2026
The main objective of the NMMS scheme is to prevent economically weak but meritorious students from dropping out of school and to provide them with financial assistance to continue their education up to the secondary level.
NMMS Scholarship Eligibility / Qualification
Educational Qualification
- The student must have passed Class 7 with at least 55% marks
(5% relaxation for SC/ST candidates) - The student must be currently studying in Class 8 in a Government / Government-Aided / Local Body School
Income Limit
- The annual income of the guardian should not exceed ₹3.50 lakh
Ineligibility
- Students studying in Kendriya Vidyalaya (KVS), Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV), and Private Schools are not eligible
NMMS Scholarship Amount
- Selected students will receive ₹12,000 per year
(₹1,000 per month) - This scholarship is provided from Class 9 to Class 12
(as per rules and guidelines of the scheme)
NMMS Scholarship Exam Pattern
The NMMS examination is conducted in two parts:
Exam Structure
| Exam | Questions | Marks | Time |
| Mental Ability Test (MAT) | 90 | 90 | 90 Minutes |
| Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) | 90 | 90 | 90 Minutes |
- Total Questions: 180
- Total Marks: 180
Minimum Qualifying Marks
- General Category: 40%
- SC / ST / PH Category: 32%
How to Apply Process Bihar SCERT NMMSS Scholarship 2026?
- Visit the official website – scert.bihar.gov.in
- Click on the NMMS 2026 Online Application link
- Register as a new user
- Fill out the application form
- Upload the required documents
- Submit the application and take a printout
Bihar SCERT NMMSS Scholarship 2026 Important Apply Link
| Online Apply Link | Click Here (Available on 26.01.2026) |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
NMMS Syllabus 2026
MAT (Mental Ability Test)
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Analogies
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Classification
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Series
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Pattern Perception
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Logical Reasoning
SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test)
Mathematics
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Mathematics
Science
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Physics
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Chemistry
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Biology
Social Science
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History
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Geography
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Civics
Required Documents
The following documents must be uploaded during online application:
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Caste Certificate
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Income Certificate
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Domicile/Residence Certificate
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Disability Certificate (if applicable)
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Passport Size Photograph
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School Verified Certificate/Details
Bihar SCERT NMMSS Scholarship 2026
Q1. Who is eligible for NMMS Scholarship?
Students of Class 8 who are meritorious and economically weak.
Q2. What is the application fee?
There is no application fee for this exam.
Q3. Will the exam be online or offline?
The exam will be conducted offline through OMR sheets.
Q4. For how many years is the scholarship given?
From Class 9 to Class 12 (as per rules).
