NMMSS Scholarship 2026-27: Eligibility, ₹12,000 Amount, Last Date & Apply Online The National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) is a Central Sector scholarship scheme of the Government of India for meritorious students from economically weaker sections. The scheme is intended to encourage eligible students to continue their education at the secondary and higher secondary level instead of dropping out after Class VIII. Under NMMSS, selected students receive financial assistance of ₹12,000 per year . Fresh scholarships are awarded from Class IX and can continue up to Class XII subject to the applicable renewal conditions. The scheme is implemented through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). 🎓 NMMSS Scholarship 2026-27 - Quick Information Scholarship Name National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) Academic Year 2026-27 Scholarship Type Central Sector Scheme State All India Education Level Class IX to Class XII ...