Organization: Directorate of Secondary Education, Assam
Last Date to Apply: 30/09/2025
The Directorate of Secondary Education, Assam has released the official notification for the NMMS Scholarship 2025 (National Means Cum-Merit Scholarship) for the academic session 2025-2026. This centrally sponsored scheme awards scholarships to talented and meritorious students studying as regular students in Classes IX, X, XI, and XII in Government and provincialized schools, with a parental income not exceeding Rs. 3,50,000/- per annum. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official portal (www.madhyamik.assam.gov.in).
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NMMS Scholarship 2025 Details
- Name of Exam: National Means Cum Merit Scholarship Examination, 2025
- Name of Scholarship: National Means Cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme
- Academic Session: 2025-2026
- Nodal Agency: Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India
- Exam Level: National Level
- Class: Class VIII (8th Standard)
- Application Method: Online
- Number of Scholarships for Assam: 2411
- Date of Exam: 15/11/2025
- Technical Helpline Number: 7977259728 (Monday to Saturday, 10 AM to 5 PM)
Category-Wise Reservation
| Category | %age of Reservation |
|---|---|
| SC | 15% |
| ST | 7.5% |
| PWD | 4% |
Scholarship Value
The scholarship amount is Rs. 12,000/- per annum (Rs. 1,000/- per month).
Eligibility Criteria for NMMS Scholarship 2025
To apply for the NMMS Scholarship 2025, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Class: Students studying in Class VIII in Government, Local Body, or Government-aided schools are eligible.
- Marks:
- Minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade in Class VII examination to appear for the NMMS exam (50% for SC/ST students).
- Awardees must secure at least 55% marks in Class IX and XI, and 60% in Class X for continuation of the scholarship (relaxable by 5% for SC/ST candidates).
- Family Income: Parental income should not exceed Rs. 3,50,000/- per annum.
- Type of School: Regular students in Classes IX, X, XI, and XII in Government, Government-aided, or local body schools for a maximum of four years.
Who Cannot Apply for NMMS Scholarship 2025?
The following students are not eligible:
- Students studying in private schools (even if they appear for the exam, they cannot receive the scholarship).
- Students of Kendriya Vidyalaya or Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya.
- Students in residential schools run by State Government institutions providing boarding, lodging, and education.
- Students studying in private schools.
Examination Fee for NMMS Scholarship 2025
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | Rs. 180/- |
| PWD | Rs. 175/- |
| UR/OBC | Rs. 200/- |
How to Apply for NMMS Scholarship 2025
Eligible candidates can apply for the NMMS Scholarship 2025 online through the official NMMS Assam Scholarship Portal (www.madhyamik.assam.gov.in). Follow these steps:
- Visit the official NMMS Assam Scholarship Portal.
- Scroll to the “Important Web-Links” section.
- Click on the “Online Application Form” and complete the registration by selecting “Register Now.”
- Fill in all personal and educational details and upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee as per your category.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Documents to Upload
- Scanned copy of the candidate’s photograph.
- Scanned copy of the candidate’s signature.
- Scanned copy of the caste certificate (for OBC, SC, and ST candidates).
- Scanned copy of the disability certificate (for PWD candidates).
Important Dates for NMMS Scholarship 2025
| Start Date for Online Application | 25/07/2025 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 30/09/2025 |
| Issue of E-Admit Cards | 05/11/2025 |
| Date of Examination | 15/11/2025 |
Important Links for NMMS Scholarship 2025
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Guidelines | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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Selection Process and Syllabus for NMMS Scholarship 2025
The NMMS Scholarship 2025 selection process involves a written examination with Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) held on 15/11/2025. The question paper will be available in Assamese, English, Hindi, Bengali, and Bodo mediums, with the OMR sheet in English. Previous 5 years’ question papers are available on the ‘Bidyarthi’ app on Google Play Store. Candidates with disabilities will receive extra time as applicable.
Exam Pattern
The exam consists of two papers: Mental Ability Test (MAT) and Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT).
| Paper | Total Marks | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mental Ability Test (MAT) | 90 Marks | 15/11/2025 |
| Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) | 90 Marks | 15/11/2025 |
- Selection Criteria:
- Candidates must score at least 40% marks in aggregate across MAT and SAT (32% for SC/ST students).
- Candidates must have scored at least 55% marks or equivalent grade in Class VIII (50% for SC/ST students).
Detailed Syllabus
Mental Ability Test (MAT)
- Objective: Tests reasoning and critical thinking.
- Topics:
- Analogies
- Classification
- Series (numerical and non-numerical)
- Pattern perception
- Hidden figures
- Coding-decoding
- Logical reasoning
- Problem-solving
- Spatial reasoning
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)
- Objective: Tests academic knowledge based on Class VII and VIII syllabus.
- Topics:
- Mathematics: Number systems, fractions, decimals, algebra, geometry, mensuration, data handling, percentage, ratio and proportion, profit and loss, simple interest.
- Science: Physics (motion, force, light, heat), Chemistry (acids, bases, salts, chemical reactions), Biology (nutrition, reproduction, human body).
- Social Science: History (Indian history, freedom struggle), Geography (physical features, climate, resources), Civics (Indian Constitution, government structure), Economics (basic concepts).
- General Knowledge: Current affairs, important national and international events.
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