The Directorate of Educational Research and Training (DERT), Meghalaya, Shillong has officially invited applications for the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS) Examination 2025. This exam aims to select 231 meritorious students from Meghalaya under the State Quota allotted by the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
The NMMS 2025 Examination for Meghalaya will be held on 6th December 2025 (Saturday). Students who qualify will receive a scholarship of ₹12,000 per annum, provided they meet the eligibility criteria and other conditions of the scheme.
Meghalaya NMMS 2025 Overview
| Exam Name | National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS) Examination 2025 |
| Exam Year | 2025–2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Directorate of Educational Research and Training (DERT), Meghalaya, Shillong |
| Exam Level | State-level Scholarship Exam |
| Eligible Class | Class VIII students (Academic Year 2025) |
| Exam Date | 6th December 2025 (Saturday) |
| Apply Start Date | 16th October 2025 |
| Last Date for Application | 6th November 2025 |
| Purpose of Exam | To select 231 meritorious students for scholarship under the State Quota |
| Income Limit | Annual parental income should not exceed ₹3,50,000/- |
| Scholarship Amount | ₹12,000 per annum per student |
| Mode of Application | Offline through school, then online via NSP (National Scholarship Portal) |
| Type of Questions | Objective Type (Multiple Choice Questions) |
| Subjects Covered | MAT (Mental Ability Test) & SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) |
| Admit Card Release | One week before the examination |
| Total Seats (State Quota) | 231 |
| Official Website | https://dertmeg Meghalaya.gov.in (for reference) |
Meghalaya NMMS 2025 Details
Exam Name : National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS) Examination 2025 .
Exam Year : 2025–2026 .
Conducting Authority : Directorate of Educational Research and Training (DERT), Meghalaya, Shillong .
Exam Level : State-level Scholarship Exam .
Eligible Class : Class VIII students (Academic Year 2025) .
Exam Date : 6th December 2025 (Saturday) .
Purpose of Exam : To select 231 meritorious students for scholarship under the State Quota .
Income Limit : Annual parental income should not exceed ₹3,50,000/- .
Scholarship Amount : ₹12,000 per annum per student .
Mode of Application : Offline through school, then online via NSP (National Scholarship Portal) .
Type of Questions : Objective Type (Multiple Choice Questions) .
Subjects Covered : MAT (Mental Ability Test) & SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) .
Admit Card Release : One week before the examination .
Total Seats (State Quota) : 231 .
Official Website : https://dertmeg Meghalaya.gov.in (for reference) .
Eligibility Criteria Meghalaya NMMS 2025
Students must fulfill the following requirements to apply for the Meghalaya NMMS 2025 exam:
- Must be studying in Class VIII (Academic Year 2025) in a State Government, Government-Aided, or Local Body School in Meghalaya.
- Should have obtained at least 55% marks (General Category) or 50% marks (SC/ST Category) in the Class VII promotion exam (2024).
- Not eligible: Students from Kendriya Vidyalayas, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, residential schools run by Central or State Governments, or private schools.
- The parental annual income from all sources should not exceed ₹3,50,000/-.
- The scholarship will continue every year up to Class XII, provided the student maintains required academic performance (minimum 60% marks in Class X, relaxable by 5% for SC/ST students).
Scholarship Benefits
Selected candidates will receive:
- ₹12,000 per annum from the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
- Scholarship is renewable every year up to Class XII, subject to academic performance and scheme conditions.
- Selected students must apply online through NSP (National Scholarship Portal) under the NMMS section.
Meghalaya NMMS 2025 Admit Card
- The Admit Card must not be detached from the application form.
- Admit Cards will be sent to the Chief Superintendent of the examination centre after roll numbers are allotted.
- Candidates can collect their admit cards from the Centre Superintendent at least one week before the exam.
- Reach the examination centre 30 minutes before the start of the exam.
- Candidates must sit on the seat bearing their assigned roll number.
Meghalaya NMMS 2025 Exam Day Guidelines
- Prohibited items: Mobile phones, calculators, mathematical/physical tables, or any kind of ready reckoner.
- The examination will be conducted in two sessions.
- Each question carries 1 mark.
- All questions will be objective type (MCQs) — each with four options, only one correct answer.
- Candidates must use a ballpoint pen to mark their answers on the OMR sheet.
- Write your roll number on the OMR sheet and question booklet as per instructions.
- Follow invigilator instructions strictly.
- Hand over both the OMR sheet and admission card before leaving the exam hall.
Selection Process Meghalaya NMMS 2025
Selection will be based on the performance in the NMMS Examination, which evaluates:
- Mental Ability Test (MAT)
- Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)
| Type of Test | No. of Question | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mental Ability Test (MAT) | 90 | 120 Minutes |
| Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) | 90 | 120 Minutes |
The top 231 students will be selected according to the State Quota and marks obtained in both sections.
Meghalaya NMMS 2025 Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 16th October, 2025 |
| Apply Start Date | 16th October, 2025 |
| Last Date for Application | 6th November 2025 |
| Exam Date | 6th December 2025 (Saturday) |
| Admit Card Availability | One week before the exam |
| Result Declaration | To be notified later |
How to Apply for Meghalaya NMMS 2025
- Visit the official website of DERT, Meghalaya or your respective District Education Office for the application form.
- Fill out the form carefully with correct details.
- Attach the required documents, including income and mark certificates.
- Submit the completed form to the school head or district office before the deadline.
Web-Links Meghalaya NMMS 2025
| Application Form and Advertisement.pdf | Click Here |
| WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Telegram Channel | Click Here |
| Facebook Page | Click Here |
| NMMS Admit Card | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
