A golden opportunity awaits Class 8 students in government schools of Nagaland as the National Means cum Merit Scholarship (NMMS) registration process is now open. In order to participate in this scholarship programme, interested students must complete their registration by August 31, with the application link- scert.nagaland.gov.in.

For those belonging to the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe category, achieving 50 percent marks in Class 7 opens the gateway to register, while General category candidates require 55 percent marks.

The scholarship examination will be on November 4, 2023, so the students must mark their calendars for November 4. Successful candidates will receive a monthly scholarship of Rs 1,000 from Class 9 to 12, valuable support in their educational pursuits.

The National Means cum Merit Scholarship (NMMS) aims to foster academic brilliance and alleviate financial burdens, enabling deserving students to fly high and reach their educational dreams with unfettered determination. This scholarship programme serves as an ode to merit, encouraging students to shine brightly in their academic endeavors.

Steps to apply for NMMS Scholarship

Step 1: Visit the official NMMS website- scert.nagaland.gov.in .

Step 2: Click on the scholarship registration link

Step 3: Fill in the required details, personal information, and academic records.

Step 4: Upload the required documents according to the specified guidelines.

Step 5: Cross-check the information and submit the form.