| Exam Name | NMMS Exam 2026 |
| Scholarships | 2,411 |
| Organization | DSE, Assam |
| Eligibility | Class VIII |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 12 August 2026 |
| Last Date | 8 November 2026 |
Assam NMMS Exam 2026
The Directorate of Secondary Education, Assam has invited online applications for the National Means Merit Scholarship Examination 2026. The screening test is for students studying in Class VIII during the 2026-27 academic session. The examination will be held at 169 centres across Assam on 28 November 2026, and the state quota is 2,411 scholarships.
Eligible students can submit the online form up to 8 November 2026. After the application process, we will update the NMMS admit card page with the download link, while the selection status will be published on the Assam NMMS result page.
Assam NMMS Exam Details
Exam Name: National Means Merit Scholarship Examination, 2026
Academic Session: 2026-27
Scheme: National Means Merit Scholarship Scheme, sponsored by the Department of School Education & Literacy, Ministry of Education, Government of India
Exam Type: Written examination on OMR sheets
Question Type: Multiple-choice questions
Exam Medium: Assamese, English, Hindi, Bengali and Bodo
Scholarship Amount: ₹12,000 per year
Technical Helpline: 7977259728 and 8108014947, Monday to Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM
Eligibility Criteria of Assam NMMS Exam
Class: The student must be studying in Class VIII during the 2026-27 academic session.
School: Students of Government and Provincialised schools under the Department of School Education, Government of Assam will be considered for scholarship selection.
Class VII Marks: Under the NMMSS guidelines, the student should have at least 55% marks or an equivalent grade in Class VII. The requirement is relaxed by 5% for SC and ST students.
Parental Income: The annual income of the student’s parents from all sources must not exceed ₹3.50 lakh.
Private, JNV and KV Students: Students of private schools, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas and Kendriya Vidyalayas may appear in the examination, but they will not be considered for the scholarship.
Eligibility Summary: A Class VIII student of a Government or Provincialised school in Assam can be considered for the scholarship if the applicable Class VII marks and parental income conditions are met.
Scholarship Details of NMMS
Assam has a quota of 2,411 students under the scheme. A selected student can receive ₹12,000 per year, equivalent to ₹1,000 per month, from Class IX to Class XII subject to the renewal rules of the scheme. The scholarship is paid through Direct Benefit Transfer to the student’s bank account.
OTR Registration for NMMS Exam
One-Time Registration on the National Scholarship Portal is compulsory before filling out the Assam NMMS application form. Students should complete OTR first and keep the registration details ready. The OTR and NMMS application links are available in the Important Links section.
UDISE Code: A student of a Government or Provincialised school must enter the correct UDISE code of the school where the student is currently studying.
Examination Fee of NMMS Exam
| Category | Exam Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹200 |
| SC/ST | ₹180 |
| Differently Abled | ₹175 |
Payment Method: The examination fee can be paid online after the student submits the application and logs in to the account.
NMMS Examination Fee Exemption
Every Government and Provincialised school must enrol at least the top 3 eligible students whose parental annual income does not exceed ₹3.50 lakh. The Directorate will exempt the examination fee for the top 3 eligible students of each school on the basis of Class VII marks or percentage.
For schools in the Sixth Schedule Areas and Bodoland Territorial Region, the fee exemption will cover the top 5 eligible students from each school whose parental annual income is below ₹3.50 lakh. The Head of the Institution must submit the list of eligible students to the Inspector of Schools on or before 27 October 2026.
Note: A student who has already paid the examination fee will not receive a refund even if selected for fee exemption.
Assam NMMS Exam Pattern
| Test | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mental Ability Test | 90 | 90 |
| Scholastic Aptitude Test | 90 | 90 |
| Total | 180 | 180 |
Mental Ability Test: MAT tests verbal and non-verbal reasoning, critical thinking, analogy, classification, numerical series, pattern perception, and similar abilities.
Scholastic Aptitude Test: SAT covers science, social studies and mathematics taught in Classes VII and VIII.
Required Documents for NMMS Application
Keep the following information and scanned documents ready before starting the application:
| National Scholarship Portal OTR details and Aadhaar number |
| Valid email address and mobile number |
| Recent photograph in JPG/JPEG format, below 35 KB |
| Full signature in JPG/JPEG format, below 30 KB |
| Caste certificate for OBC, SC or ST students in JPG/JPEG format, below 100 KB |
| Disability certificate for differently abled students in JPG/JPEG format, below 100 KB |
You may use the JobAssam Image Resizer to prepare the photograph, signature, and applicable certificates in the required size.
How to Apply for Assam NMMS Exam?
| Complete the compulsory One-Time Registration through the NSP OTR link in the Important Links section. |
| Open the Application Form link from the Important Links section and read the official instructions. |
| Choose the district and examination centre, then enter the student’s personal, Aadhaar and school details. |
| Enter the correct UDISE code for the current Government or Provincialised school. |
| Upload the photograph, signature and applicable certificates in the prescribed format and size. |
| Review every entry carefully before submission because the submitted form cannot be edited. |
| Log in with the application ID and password to pay the examination fee, unless the student is covered by the school-based fee exemption. |
| Download and retain the acknowledgement copy for future use. |
Important Dates of Assam NMMS Exam
| Notification Date | 12 August 2026 |
| Apply Start Date | 12 August 2026 |
| School List to IS | 27 October 2026 |
| IS List to DSE | 31 October 2026 |
| Apply End Date | 8 November 2026 |
| E-Admit Card | 12 November 2026 |
| Exam Date | 28 November 2026 |
Important Links of Assam NMMS Exam
| Application Form | Click Here |
| NSP OTR | Click Here |
| Documents Resize | Click Here |
| Scheme Guidelines | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Install Android App | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs of Assam NMMS Exam
What is the last date to apply for Assam NMMS Exam 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 8 November 2026.
When will the Assam NMMS Exam 2026 be held?
The examination will be held at 169 centres across Assam on 28 November 2026. The e-admit card is scheduled for 12 November 2026.
Who is eligible for the Assam NMMS scholarship?
Class VIII students of Government and Provincialised schools can be considered if they meet the Class VII marks and parental income conditions. Private school, JNV and KV students may sit for the exam but cannot receive the scholarship.
How many NMMS scholarships are available in Assam?
The state quota for the Assam NMMS Exam 2026 is 2,411 scholarships.
What is the examination fee for Assam NMMS 2026?
The fee is ₹200 for General/OBC students, ₹180 for SC/ST students, and ₹175 for differently abled students. Eligible top students nominated through their schools may receive fee exemption.
How much scholarship does an NMMS student receive?
A selected student can receive ₹12,000 per year from Class IX to Class XII, subject to the renewal conditions of the scheme.
Is NSP OTR compulsory for the Assam NMMS Exam 2026?
Yes. The 2026 notice requires students to complete One-Time Registration on the National Scholarship Portal before filling out the NMMS examination form.
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