NMMS Scholarship 2026-27: Last Date Extended to 31 October, ₹12,000 a Year – Apply on NSP
The Ministry of Education has extended the last date to apply for the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMSS) 2026-27 on the National Scholarship Portal to 31 October 2026. Institute verification by 15 November and district verification by 30 November. Eligibility, ₹12,000 amount and how to apply.
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NMMS Scholarship 2026-27: Deadline Extended to 31 October
Update (1 October 2026): The Ministry of Education has extended the last date for submitting applications under the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) for 2026-27 to 31 October 2026, according to a PIB release dated 1 October 2026. The earlier deadline was 30 September 2026.
The ministry says the extension gives eligible students more time to complete their applications on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) and helps authorities verify them on time. By 30 September 2026, 88,522 fresh and 1,97,133 renewal applications had been submitted.
| Process | Revised last date |
|---|---|
| Application submission | 31 October 2026 |
| Verification by Institute Nodal Officer (L1) | 15 November 2026 |
| Verification by District Nodal Officer (L2) | 30 November 2026 |
Applications on NSP opened on 1 June 2026.
Key Facts
| Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme | National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Education, Government of India |
| Amount | ₹12,000 per year, paid by DBT into the student's bank account |
| Fresh scholarships | One lakh per year for Class 9 students |
| Renewal | Classes 10 to 12, subject to academic criteria |
| Portal | scholarships.gov.in |
Eligibility
- Selected in the NMMS selection exam conducted by your state / UT government (for fresh applications).
- Studying in a State Government, Government-aided or local-body school.
- At least 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in Class 7 to sit the selection exam, with 5% relaxation for SC and ST students.
- Parents' annual income not more than ₹3.50 lakh.
How to Apply on NSP
Step 1: One-Time Registration (OTR). OTR on the National Scholarship Portal is mandatory before applying.
Step 2: Log in with your OTR number and select the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship.
Step 3: Fill in school details, selection exam details, family income and bank account details.
Step 4: Submit by 31 October 2026 and ask your school to complete L1 verification by 15 November.
Already Applied?
The ministry has asked students who have already submitted to make sure their application is verified by the Institute Nodal Officer by 15 November and the District Nodal Officer by 30 November 2026. An unverified application cannot be processed.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Aadhaar and mobile number (for OTR)
- NMMS selection exam details
- Income certificate
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Previous class marksheet
- Bank account in the student's name
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the new last date for NMMS 2026-27?
31 October 2026.
Q2. What are the verification deadlines?
15 November 2026 for the Institute Nodal Officer (L1) and 30 November 2026 for the District Nodal Officer (L2).
Q3. How much is the scholarship?
₹12,000 a year.
Q4. What is the income limit?
Parents' annual income up to ₹3.50 lakh.
Q5. Is OTR compulsory?
Yes. One-Time Registration on NSP is mandatory.
Conclusion
Students now have until 31 October 2026 to apply for NMMSS 2026-27. Complete your NSP application early and follow up with your school so verification is done before the November deadlines.
Source: PIB release, Ministry of Education, 1 October 2026 (Release ID 2317840, pib.gov.in).