West Bengal NMMS 2026-27 (Central Sector National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Examination) is conducted by Directorate of School Education for students of Class 8. The exam is on 20 December 2026. Registration closed on 9 October 2026. It is also called NMMSE West Bengal.
West Bengal NMMS 2026-27
This page covers West Bengal NMMS 2026-27 dates, how to apply, eligibility, the exam pattern, awards and official links.
| Full name | Central Sector National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Examination |
| Conducted by | Directorate of School Education |
| Class | 8 |
| Mode | Offline objective (MCQ) test at centres across West Bengal; MAT and SAT in two sessions on the same day |
| Duration | MAT 90 minutes + SAT 90 minutes (extra time for children with disability) |
| Fee | No fee (the State Government does not charge any fee) |
| Official website | banglarshiksha.wb.gov.in |
West Bengal NMMS 2026-27 Quick Links
West Bengal NMMS 2026-27 Important Dates
Directorate of School Education has confirmed the West Bengal NMMS 2026-27 exam dates. The admit card, answer key and merit list dates are to be announced. Dates were checked on 30 October 2026 against banglarshiksha.wb.gov.in.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration (individual / online) | 28 July to 9 October 2026 (closed) |
| Exam date | 20 December 2026 |
| Admit card | To be announced (last year: NMMSE 2025 admit card download 5.12.2025 to 19.12.2025) |
| Answer key | To be announced (last year: NMMSE 2025: provisional keys late Dec 2025, feedback till 3 Jan 2026; final keys later) |
| Merit list | To be announced (last year: NMMSE 2025 district-wise selected lists published (PDF files dated 9 Mar 2026)) |
How to Apply for West Bengal NMMS 2026-27
Online application 28 Jul to 9 Oct 2026 (extended from 16 Sep); unlocked applicants could edit till 13 Oct 2026. The fee is no fee (the State Government does not charge any fee).
Is the West Bengal NMMS 2026-27 application form out?
The application window has closed. Online application 28 Jul to 9 Oct 2026 (extended from 16 Sep); unlocked applicants could edit till 13 Oct 2026.
- Registration (individual / online)
- 28 July to 9 October 2026 (closed)
- Exam date
- 20 December 2026
Steps to Apply for West Bengal NMMS 2026-27
- Register on the School Education Department Scholarships Portal (banglarshiksha.wb.gov.in/scholarships) with ‘New User Register Here’, using one mobile number and email (2026: from 28 July 2026).
- Log in, fill the form, upload a passport photo (jpg, max 50 KB) and lock the form; a 14-digit NSP OTR number can be entered if you have one.
- Print the form and the Head of Institution (HOI) certificate format; get the certificate signed and sealed by the HOI.
- Upload the signed HOI certificate with the parents’ income certificate (FY 2025-26) and caste / disability certificates if applicable (PDF, max 200 KB each).
- Click ‘Finalize application’; without this the admit card cannot be generated. No hard copy is to be submitted anywhere.
- Choose the district where your school is (Barrackpore or Siliguri education district if your school falls there); keep a bank account (Aadhaar-seeded if you have Aadhaar) in your own name.
Who can apply for West Bengal NMMS 2026-27?
Class 8 students of recognised Govt / Govt-aided / local body / Govt-sponsored schools incl. Madrasah (no residential facility) who scored 55%+ in Class 7 final exam (5% relaxation SC/ST/disabled); parental income below Rs 3,50,000 a year. KV, JNV, State residential and private school students not entitled.
Qualifying and selection: Eligibility: Class 8 student who scored 55% or more in the Class 7 final exam (5% relaxation for SC, ST and disabled), parents’ income below Rs 3,50,000 a year. KV, JNV, state-run residential and private school students cannot get the scholarship. The WB notice does not print a qualifying percentage. West Bengal’s quota of 7,250 scholarships is split among 25 districts (including Barrackpore and Siliguri); selection is by merit within district and category quotas, and ties at the cut-off are broken by date of birth (younger first).
What is the West Bengal NMMS exam pattern?
West Bengal NMMS has multiple-choice questions and lasts MAT 90 minutes + SAT 90 minutes. Mode: offline objective (MCQ) test at centres across West Bengal. There is no negative marking. The number of questions and marks depend on the class:
| Class | Questions | Marks | Sections |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 – Mental Ability Test (MAT) | 90 | 90 | Objective/MCQ reasoning test |
| 8 – Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) | 90 | 90 | Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Science, History, Geography |
No prescribed syllabus; questions are at the level of Class 7 and Class 8
How much is the West Bengal NMMS scholarship?
Rs 1,000 a month (Rs 12,000 a year) from Class 9 to Class 12 under the central NMMS scheme. The WB notice itself does not state the amount.
West Bengal NMMS 2026-27 Official Notices and Links
Every date on this page comes from these official pages (30 October 2026):
- banglarshiksha.wb.gov.in/scholarships/readwrite/instruction/Notice_regarding_NMMSE_2 – Registration (individual / online)
- banglarshiksha.wb.gov.in/scholarships/ – Registration (individual / online)
- banglarshiksha.wb.gov.in/scholarships/nmmse_instructions.php – Exam date
- banglarshiksha.wb.gov.in/scholarships/readwrite/instruction/Notice_regarding_receivi – Answer key
- banglarshiksha.wb.gov.in/scholarships/old_notices.php – Answer key
West Bengal NMMS 2026-27 FAQs
When is the West Bengal NMMS 2026-27 exam?
NMMSE 2026 on 20 Dec 2026 (MAT + SAT, same day).
Is West Bengal NMMS 2026-27 registration open?
Online application 28 Jul to 9 Oct 2026 (extended from 16 Sep); unlocked applicants could edit till 13 Oct 2026.
Who is eligible for West Bengal NMMS?
Class 8 students of recognised Govt / Govt-aided / local body / Govt-sponsored schools incl. Madrasah (no residential facility) who scored 55%+ in Class 7 final exam (5% relaxation SC/ST/disabled); parental income below Rs 3,50,000 a year. KV, JNV, State residential and private school students not entitled.
How many questions are there in West Bengal NMMS?
Class 8 – Mental Ability Test (MAT): 90 questions, 90 marks; Class 8 – Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT): 90 questions, 90 marks – MAT 90 minutes + SAT 90 minutes (extra time for children with disability).
What is the West Bengal NMMS fee?
No fee (the State Government does not charge any fee).
What is the official website of West Bengal NMMS?
banglarshiksha.wb.gov.in