The Ministry of Education has announced that applications are now open for the Assam National Means-Cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMS) for the 2025 session. This is an important opportunity for many students in Assam. Students currently studying in **government schools** or **government-aided schools** are eligible to apply. A key condition is that their family's total yearly income must be **INR 3.5 Lakh** or less. The final date to submit applications is **November 20**. All interested students must apply online through the official website, **bidyarthi.co.in**.
This scholarship is a national program created by the Ministry of Education. Its main goal is to support bright students from economically weaker families. This financial help allows them to continue their education after Class 8. The scheme aims to reduce the number of students who drop out of school due to financial problems, ensuring they can complete their secondary education and pursue further studies.
Who Can Apply? (Eligibility Criteria)
To be considered for the Assam NMMS Scholarship 2025, students must meet specific requirements:
- Students must be attending either a **government school** or a **government-aided school** in Assam. Government-aided schools are private schools that receive some funding from the government.
- The total income of the student's family from all sources in a year should not be more than **INR 3.5 Lakh**. This is a strict rule, and students whose family income is higher will not qualify.
- Students studying in **Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV)** and **Kendriya Vidyalaya (KV)** are allowed to take the NMMS exam. However, if they pass the exam, they will not receive the scholarship amount. The financial grant from this scheme is specifically for students in government and government-aided schools to encourage them to stay in these institutions.
- It is important for all students to check these eligibility rules carefully before applying. Any student who does not meet the criteria will be disqualified from receiving the scholarship.
Application Fees
Students applying for the Assam NMMS 2025 exam need to pay a registration fee. The fee amount varies based on the student's social category:
| Category | Application Fee |
| General Category | INR 200 |
| OBC Category | INR 200 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | INR 180 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | INR 180 |
There is also a special exemption for some students. The Directorate of Secondary Education will not charge any examination fee from the **top three meritorious students** in each school. This means these top students will not have to pay the application fee.
How to Apply and Important Dates
The application process for the Assam NMMS Scholarship 2025 is fully online. Students should make sure to apply well before the deadline.
- The application form is available on the official website: **bidyarthi.co.in**.
- Students need to visit this website, find the NMMS 2025 application link, fill in all the required details accurately, pay the examination fee (if applicable), and submit the form.
- The last date to submit the online application is **November 20**. No applications will be accepted after this date.
Instructions for Schools
To ensure wider participation, the government has given clear instructions to schools. All government and provincialised schools are required to enroll a minimum of **three eligible students** for the NMMS 2025 exam. These students must belong to families with an annual income of up to **INR 3.5 Lakh**. This step aims to ensure that deserving students across various schools in Assam are encouraged to apply for and benefit from this scholarship opportunity.
