২০২৫–২৬ শিক্ষাবৰ্ষৰ বাবে ৰাষ্ট্ৰীয় মাধ্যম-কাম-মেৰিট বৃত্তি (এনএমএমএছ) লাভ কৰিব বিচৰা ছাত্ৰ-ছাত্ৰীসকলে https://scholarships.gov.in ত ৰাষ্ট্ৰীয় বৃত্তি পৰ্টেল (এনএছপি)ত এককালীন পঞ্জীয়ন (অ’টিআৰ) সম্পূৰ্ণ কৰিব লাগিব।
অ’টিআৰ সম্পূৰ্ণ কৰিবলৈ ছাত্ৰ-ছাত্ৰীসকলে নিম্নোক্ত কামবোৰ কৰিব লাগিব:
- পঞ্জীয়নৰ বাবে আধাৰ ব্যৱহাৰ কৰক
- Google Play Store ৰ পৰা NSP OTR App ডাউনলোড কৰক
- মুখ প্ৰমাণীকৰণৰ সৈতে সম্পূৰ্ণ eKYC
গুৰুত্বপূৰ্ণ কথা:
- এন এম এম এছ পৰীক্ষা ২০২৪ত নিৰ্বাচিত ছাত্ৰ-ছাত্ৰীয়েহে আবেদন কৰিব পাৰিব।
- ২০২১-২২, ২০২২-২৩, আৰু ২০২৩-২৪ চনৰ এনএমএমএছ পণ্ডিতসকলে নবীকৰণৰ বাবে আবেদন কৰিব লাগিব।
- আবেদনৰ অন্তিম তাৰিখ: ১৫ জুলাই ২০২৫
- ইনষ্টিটিউট ন’ডেল বিষয়াসকলে (আইএনঅ’) ২০২৫ চনৰ ৩০ জুলাইৰ ভিতৰত আবেদনসমূহ পৰীক্ষা কৰিব লাগিব
- জিলা ন’ডেল বিষয়াসকলে ২০২৫ চনৰ ১৫ আগষ্টৰ ভিতৰত চূড়ান্ত পৰীক্ষণ সম্পূৰ্ণ কৰিব লাগিব
ডাইৰেক্ট বেনিফিট ট্ৰেন্সফাৰ (ডিবিটি)ৰ জৰিয়তে বৃত্তি লাভ কৰিবলৈ ছাত্ৰজনৰ বেংক একাউণ্টৰ সৈতে আধাৰ ছিড কৰিব লাগিব।
Register for the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS) 2025-26 through the National Scholarship Portal. Complete OTR and apply before 15 July 2025.
Introduction
The National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS) Scheme is a prestigious initiative by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, to support talented students from economically weaker sections. For the academic session 2025-26, all eligible students must register through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process to avail of the scholarship.
This blog explains the complete OTR process, eligibility, deadlines, and Aadhaar seeding instructions.
NMMS 2025-26 Overview
| Scheme Name | National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS) |
|---|---|
| Session | 2025–26 |
| Registration Portal | Click Here |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 July 2025 |
| INO Verification Deadline | 30 July 2025 |
| DNO Verification Deadline | 15 August 2025 |
How to Complete Student’s One-Time Registration (OTR)
To benefit from NMMS 2025-26, students must complete the OTR process using the following steps:
- Visit: https://scholarships.gov.in
- Get OTR using Aadhaar
- Download NSP OTR App from Google Play Store
- Complete eKYC with Face Authentication via the app
How to Apply for the NMMS Scheme
- Only selected students of the NMMS Examination 2024 can apply for the scholarship through the NSP.
- Students need to choose the scheme under:
Department of School Education & Literacy, Ministry of Education, Government of India. - NMMS holders of 2021–22, 2022–23, and 2023–24 must submit renewal applications through NSP.
- Last date to apply: 15/07/2025
Verification by Institute Nodal Officer (INO)
- The Head of Institution (HOI) must complete Biometric Authentication for verification.
- The HOI checks if the student has applied under the correct scheme. If not, the application is rejected for correction.
- The HOI must ensure timely registration and verify all correct applications by 30/07/2025.
Verification by District Nodal Officer (DNO)
- DNO assigns an ID password to the INO.
- DNO verifies the final list of applications post INO authentication.
- Final verification must be completed by 15/08/2025.
- The DNO-verified application is required to release the scholarship payment.
Aadhaar Seeding with Bank Account (Important)
- Aadhaar must be seeded with the student’s bank account to enable DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).
- Without Aadhaar seeding, scholarship funds will not be credited.
- Bank accounts should be NPCI-compliant. Check at: https://npci.org.in
Important Dates
| Event | Last Date |
|---|---|
| Student Application | 15 July 2025 |
| INO Verification | 30 July 2025 |
| DNO Final Verification | 15 August 2025 |
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| National Scholarship Portal | Click Here |
| NSP OTR App (Play Store) | NSP OTR App |
| Aadhaar Seeding Help | Click Here |
Conclusion
The NMMS Scholarship Scheme provides a golden opportunity for meritorious students to continue their education with financial assistance. All students and institutions must follow the timelines and ensure Aadhaar seeding and verification for smooth processing of scholarships.
Apply early and avoid last-minute issues.
FAQs
Q1. Who is eligible for NMMS 2025-26?
Students who have cleared the NMMS Exam 2024 and meet income/academic criteria.
Q2. Is Aadhaar mandatory?
Yes, Aadhaar is essential for completing eKYC and bank seeding.
Q3. Can I apply without a smartphone?
You can complete the process through any device by visiting https://scholarships.gov.in, but for eKYC, a smartphone is needed.
Q4. What happens if INO/DNO fails to verify in time?
Your application may be rejected, and you will miss the scholarship benefit.
Q5. Can I renew my scholarship if I received NMMS in previous years?
Yes, students of 2021-22, 2022-23, and 2023-24 can apply for renewal.
