Assam NMMS Exam 2026 notification has been released by the Directorate of Secondary Education (DSE), Assam. Eligible Class VIII students can apply online for the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS) Examination 2026. A total of 2,411 scholarships are available. The online application process starts on 12 August 2026, while the last date to apply is 8 November 2026.
The NMMS examination will be conducted on 28 November 2026. Students should complete the application carefully and keep the required documents ready before applying.
Assam NMMS Exam 2026 – Overview
| Exam Name | NMMS Examination 2026 |
|---|---|
| Conducting Organization | Directorate of Secondary Education (DSE), Assam |
| Total Scholarships | 2,411 |
| Eligibility | Class VIII Students |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 12 August 2026 |
| Last Date | 8 November 2026 |
| Examination Date | 28 November 2026 |
Assam NMMS Examination Fee 2026
| Category | Examination Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹200 |
| SC / ST | ₹180 |
| Differently Abled | ₹175 |
Payment Method: Students can pay the examination fee online after submitting the application form and logging in to their account.
NMMS Examination Fee Exemption
Government and Provincialised schools must identify and enrol at least the top 3 eligible students whose parental annual income is not more than ₹3.50 lakh. The Directorate will provide examination fee exemption to these students based on their Class VII marks or percentage.
For schools located in the Sixth Schedule Areas and Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), fee exemption will be available for the top 5 eligible students of each school whose parental annual income is below ₹3.50 lakh.
The Head of the Institution must submit the list of eligible students to the concerned Inspector of Schools on or before 27 October 2026.
Important: Students who have already paid the examination fee will not receive a refund even if they are subsequently selected for fee exemption.
Assam NMMS Exam Pattern 2026
| Test | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mental Ability Test (MAT) | 90 | 90 |
| Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) | 90 | 90 |
| Total | 180 | 180 |
Mental Ability Test (MAT)
The MAT section evaluates students' reasoning and mental ability through topics such as verbal and non-verbal reasoning, analogy, classification, numerical series, pattern perception, critical thinking and related areas.
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)
The SAT section includes Science, Social Studies and Mathematics based on the syllabus generally taught in Classes VII and VIII.
Documents Required for Assam NMMS Application
Students should keep the following information and scanned documents ready before beginning the online application:
- National Scholarship Portal (NSP) OTR details
- Aadhaar number
- Valid email address
- Active mobile number
- Recent photograph in JPG/JPEG format, below 35 KB
- Full signature in JPG/JPEG format, below 30 KB
- Caste certificate for OBC, SC or ST students, where applicable, in JPG/JPEG format below 100 KB
- Disability certificate for differently abled students, where applicable, in JPG/JPEG format below 100 KB
How to Apply for Assam NMMS Exam 2026?
- Complete the compulsory One-Time Registration (OTR) through the NSP OTR link.
- Open the Assam NMMS Application Form from the relevant link.
- Read the instructions carefully before filling out the form.
- Select the district and examination centre.
- Enter the student's personal details, Aadhaar details and school information.
- Enter the correct UDISE code of the current Government or Provincialised school.
- Upload the photograph, signature and applicable certificates according to the prescribed size and format.
- Check all information carefully before submitting the application. The submitted form cannot be edited.
- Log in using the application ID and password to pay the examination fee, unless the student is eligible for school-based fee exemption.
- Download and keep the acknowledgement copy safely for future reference.
Important Dates of Assam NMMS Exam 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 12 August 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 12 August 2026 |
| School List Submission to Inspector of Schools | 27 October 2026 |
| Inspector of Schools List Submission to DSE | 31 October 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 8 November 2026 |
| E-Admit Card | 12 November 2026 |
| NMMS Examination Date | 28 November 2026 |
Important Links for Assam NMMS Exam 2026
| Service | Link |
|---|---|
| NMMS Application Form | Click Here |
| NSP OTR | Click Here |
| Scheme Guidelines | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Important Instructions
- Complete the NSP OTR process before applying for the examination.
- Use the correct school UDISE code while filling out the application.
- Upload documents only in the prescribed format and file size.
- Verify all details carefully before final submission.
- Keep the application acknowledgement and login details safe.
- Students eligible for fee exemption should follow the school-level procedure within the prescribed deadline.
Conclusion
The Assam NMMS Exam 2026 provides an opportunity for eligible Class VIII students to compete for one of 2,411 scholarships. Interested students should complete their application before 8 November 2026 and prepare for the examination scheduled for 28 November 2026.
Disclaimer: This article is prepared for educational and informational purposes. Students should verify the latest instructions, eligibility conditions, dates and application details from the official notification before submitting the form.