Jharkhand NMMS Scholarship 2025 – Jharkhand NMMS Scholarship 2025 presents a great opportunity for meritorious students from economically weaker backgrounds. The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC), in partnership with the Department of School Education and Literacy, has issued the official notification for the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMS) 2024-25 for Class 8 students.
इस छात्रवृत्ति का उद्देश्य छात्रों को वित्तीय सहायता प्रदान करके माध्यमिक स्तर पर अपनी पढ़ाई जारी रखने के लिए प्रोत्साहित करना है। चयनित छात्रों को कक्षा 9 से कक्षा 12 तक प्रति वर्ष ₹12,000 मिलेंगे। पात्र छात्र ऑनलाइन आवेदन कर सकते हैं और पूरी प्रक्रिया, पात्रता और महत्वपूर्ण तिथियों को समझने के लिए आधिकारिक अधिसूचना को ध्यान से पढ़ना चाहिए।
Jharkhand NMMS Scholarship 2025
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Here’s a quick summary of the scholarship scheme details:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS) |
| Conducting Authority | Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | ₹250/- (General), ₹150/- (SC/ST) |
| Application Start Date | 13 April 2025 |
| Application End Date | 30 April 2025 |
| Examination Date | 18 May 2025 |
| Admit Card | To be announced |
| Result Announcement | To be announced |
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About NMMS Scholarship Scheme 2025
The NMMS is a centrally sponsored scheme by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. It aims to support students from underprivileged sections who perform well academically. Under this scheme, students who qualify through the entrance exam will receive a scholarship of ₹1,000 per month for four years, i.e., from Class 9 to Class 12.
The main purpose of this scheme is to reduce dropout rates and ensure that talented students do not abandon their studies due to financial constraints.
Jharkhand NMMS Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Jharkhand NMMS 2025, students must fulfil the following conditions:
- Must be studying regularly in a Government / Government-aided / Model / Project / Minority school
- Must have secured a minimum of 55% marks in Class 7 during the academic year 2023-24
- Must be enrolled in Class 8 in the current academic year (2024–25)
- The annual income of the parent/guardian must not exceed ₹3.5 lakh
- Students studying in Kendriya Vidyalayas, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, Sainik Schools, or any other state-run residential schools are not eligible
Note: A relaxation of 5% in academic eligibility is applicable for SC/ST candidates (i.e., they must have at least 50% marks in Class 7)
NMMS Jharkhand 2025 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EBC / BC-1 / BC-2 | ₹250/- |
| SC / ST (Jharkhand State Residents) | ₹150/- |
The application fee is payable online through debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI.
Jharkhand NMMS Scholarship Required Documents
Before applying online, candidates must have the following documents ready in the correct format:
- Aadhaar Card
- Proof of Residential Address (Ration card, voter ID, etc.)
- Recent Passport-size Photograph
- Previous Class Marksheet (Class 7)
- Student’s Bank Account Details
- Valid Mobile Number
All documents must be scanned and uploaded in the specified formats.
Exam Pattern – NMMS Jharkhand 2025
The examination will be conducted offline on an OMR sheet. The NMMS test will be divided into two parts:
- Mental Ability Test (MAT): This paper assesses reasoning and problem-solving abilities using both verbal and non-verbal reasoning questions.
- Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT): This paper includes questions from Science, Social Science, and Mathematics, based on the syllabus of Class 6 and 7.
| Exam Paper | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper – I (MAT) | 90 | 90 |
| Paper – II (SAT) | 90 | 90 |
| Total | 180 | 180 |
Each paper will be 90 minutes long. There is no negative marking in the examination. Questions will be bilingual – available in both Hindi and English.
Important Dates
Here are the key dates that candidates should keep in mind:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 13 April 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 April 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
| Examination Date | 18 May 2025 |
| Result Declaration | Coming Soon |
Candidates are advised to keep checking the official JAC website for timely updates regarding admit cards and results.
How to Apply for Jharkhand NMMS 2025
Follow these steps to apply online for the Jharkhand NMMS Scholarship 2025:
- Visit the official Jharkhand Academic Council website.
- Look for the NMMS 2025 Application Link and click on it.
- Register using a valid mobile number and email address.
- Fill in the application form with accurate personal and academic information.
- Upload scanned copies of the required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and download a copy of the filled application for future reference.
Make sure all details are accurate and documents are correctly uploaded to avoid rejection.
Important Link
Online Application Form  | Click Here |
| Registration Link | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Download |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Join Telegram | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Only students studying in Class 8 in government or government-aided schools with parental income not exceeding ₹3.5 lakh per annum can apply.
Students who qualify will receive ₹12,000 annually, or ₹1,000 per month, from Class 9 to Class 12.
The exam is divided into two papers: MAT (Mental Ability Test) and SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test), each carrying 90 marks.
No. Students from central government-run schools or residential schools are not eligible for the scholarship.
Yes, SC/ST students need to secure only 50% marks in Class 7 instead of 55% required for others.
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