The registration period for the 2024-25 academic session is set to close tomorrow, on October 31, 2024. Interested candidates are encouraged to complete their applications promptly to avoid missing this opportunity.
Students seeking the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) must note that the Ministry of Education is all set to close the registration portal for NMMSS. The registration period for the 2024-25 academic session is set to close tomorrow, on October 31, 2024. Interested candidates are encouraged to complete their applications promptly to avoid missing this opportunity.
How to Register NMMSS 2024?
Students can initiate their registration by visiting the National Scholarship Portal at http://scholarships.gov.in. Before applying for the NMMSS, applicants must first complete the One Time Registration (OTR) on the portal.
Eligibility Criteria for NMMSS
To be eligible for the NMMSS, students must have successfully completed Class 9 from a recognized educational board. The scholarship is renewable for students advancing from Class 10 through Class 12, provided they maintain the required academic performance standards. Importantly, this scholarship is only available to those enrolled in State Government, Government-aided, or local body schools.
Financial Assistance Overview
The NMMSS aims to assist one lakh students who qualify based on assessments conducted by their respective states or union territories. Each selected recipient will receive an annual scholarship of INR 12,000, which will be directly deposited into their bank accounts via the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) using the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) method.
Application Status Update
As of now, the Ministry has reported an impressive response, with over 85,000 new applications and more than 150,000 renewal applications already submitted. This significant interest highlights the NMMSS's vital role in providing financial support to deserving students across the country.
Students are strongly urged to complete their registrations before the fast-approaching deadline to take advantage of this valuable scholarship opportunity.
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