NMMS-JK 2025 – ₹12,000/year Scholarship for Class VIII Students in Jammu & Kashmir
Updated: June 2025 | By Education Hub J&K
The **NMMS (National Means‑cum‑Merit Scholarship)**, conducted in J&K by JKBOSE, supports Class VIII students from government schools with **₹12,000 per year (₹1,000/month)**, helping them study through Class XII.
📅 Key Highlights
- Scholarship Amount: ₹12,000 annually (₹1,000 per month) for 4 years
- Eligibility: Class VIII students studying in government/government-aided schools in J&K
- Academic Cut-off: Minimum 55% in Class VII (50% for SC/ST)
- Income Limit: Family income ≤ ₹3.5 lakh per annum
- Number of Scholarships: Around 1,068 seats (approx. 1,091 quota across 22 districts)
- Selection Test: Two papers – Mental Ability Test & Scholastic Aptitude Test, 90 minutes each
🧭 Application Steps
- Obtain the NMMS application form from your school or JKBOSE website.
- Attach necessary documents: Class VII marksheet, income & domicile certificates, category certificate (if any).
- Pay the ₹60 application fee via pay-in slip at JK Bank/BOSE office.
- Submit the form to your Chief Education Officer by mid-March.
- Prepare for the two written tests held in November.
- Quarterly scholarship disbursal through SBI after verification.
🎯 Why Apply?
- Provides **financial support** through high school, reducing dropout risk.
- Incentivizes meritorious students from lower-income backgrounds.
- Helps build confidence and academic continuity until Class XII.
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