Odisha NMMS 2026-27 (National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship) is conducted by Directorate of Teacher Education and SCERT for students of Class 8. The exam is on 6 December 2026. Registration closed on 2 October 2026.
Odisha NMMS 2026-27
This page covers Odisha NMMS 2026-27 dates, how to apply, eligibility, the exam pattern, awards and official links.
| Full name | National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship |
| Conducted by | Directorate of Teacher Education and SCERT |
| Class | 8 |
| Mode | Offline written test at exam centres (Government colleges, high schools and ETTIs in district / sub-division HQs and major towns); multiple-choice questions with four options |
| Duration | MAT 90 minutes + SAT 90 minutes |
| Language | Odia |
| Fee | No examination fee |
| Official website | nmms.odisha.gov.in |
Odisha NMMS 2026-27 Quick Links
Odisha NMMS 2026-27 Important Dates
Directorate of Teacher Education and SCERT has confirmed the Odisha NMMS 2026-27 exam dates. The answer key and result dates are to be announced. Dates were checked on 30 October 2026 against nmms.odisha.gov.in.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration (through school) | 17 August to 2 October 2026 (closed) |
| Admit card | 30 November to 6 December 2026 |
| Exam date | 6 December 2026 |
| Answer key | To be announced |
| Result | To be announced |
How to Apply for Odisha NMMS 2026-27
Online application 17 Aug – 2 Oct 2026 (hard copy to school); HM to DEO by 15 Oct; DEO verification by 25 Oct 2026. The fee is no examination fee.
Is the Odisha NMMS 2026-27 application form out?
The application window has closed. Online application 17 Aug - 2 Oct 2026 (hard copy to school); HM to DEO by 15 Oct; DEO verification by 25 Oct 2026.
- Registration (through school)
- 17 August to 2 October 2026 (closed)
- Admit card
- 30 November to 6 December 2026
- Exam date
- 6 December 2026
Steps to Apply for Odisha NMMS 2026-27
- Fill the online application on nmms.odisha.gov.in (2026-27 portal window: 17 August to 2 October 2026).
- Print the form and submit it with documents (caste certificate, parents’ income certificate for the current year, UDID card for disabled candidates; NFSA/SFSS card if no income certificate) to the Headmaster.
- The Headmaster verifies the form and forwards it online, and sends the countersigned hard copy to the District Education Officer (DEO).
- The DEO verifies the documents, allots the exam centre and a 12-digit roll number, and validates the form.
Who can apply for Odisha NMMS 2026-27?
Class VIII in 2026-27 in Govt/Govt-aided/Local Body non-residential schools; at least 55% (SC/ST 50%) in Class VII; parental income up to Rs 3,50,000. JNV, Sainik, SC/ST Dept residential, KGBV, OAV students not eligible.
Qualifying and selection: Minimum 40% aggregate in MAT + SAT for General and SEBC, 32% for SC and ST; ties are broken first by MAT marks, then by age. Eligibility: at least 55% in Class 7 (50% for SC/ST), Class 8 in a Government / aided / local body non-residential school, parents’ income not more than Rs 3,50,000. JNV, Sainik School, SC/ST Dept residential, KGBV and OAV students are not eligible. Odisha’s 3,314 scholarships are split among 30 districts with category-wise (General, SC, ST, SEBC, disabled) quotas; if a district category has too few candidates, a state merit list is used.
What is the Odisha NMMS exam pattern?
Odisha NMMS has multiple-choice questions and lasts MAT 90 minutes + SAT 90 minutes. Mode: offline written test at exam centres (Government colleges, high schools and ETTIs in district / sub-division HQs and major towns). The number of questions and marks depend on the class:
| Class | Questions | Marks | Sections |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 – Mental Ability Test (MAT) | 90 | 90 | Reasoning and critical thinking: analogy, classification, numerical series, pattern, perception, hidden figures |
| 8 – Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) | 90 | 90 | Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, History, Geography, Political Science, Economics |
No fixed syllabus; questions come from the Class 7 (old) and Class 8 (current) curriculum
How much is the Odisha NMMS scholarship?
Rs 1,000 a month (Rs 12,000 a year) for four years, Class 9 to Class 12, with registration on NSP every year. To continue, the student needs clear promotion in the first attempt and at least 60% in Class 10 (5% relaxation for reserved categories).
Odisha NMMS 2026-27 Official Notices and Links
Every date on this page comes from these official pages (30 October 2026):
- nmms.odisha.gov.in/ – Registration (through school)
- nmms.odisha.gov.in/studentRegistration – Registration (through school)
- nmms.odisha.gov.in/studentLogin – Admit card
Odisha NMMS 2026-27 FAQs
When is the Odisha NMMS 2026-27 exam?
Exam on 6 Dec 2026 (Sunday).
Is Odisha NMMS 2026-27 registration open?
Online application 17 Aug – 2 Oct 2026 (hard copy to school); HM to DEO by 15 Oct; DEO verification by 25 Oct 2026.
Who is eligible for Odisha NMMS?
Class VIII in 2026-27 in Govt/Govt-aided/Local Body non-residential schools; at least 55% (SC/ST 50%) in Class VII; parental income up to Rs 3,50,000. JNV, Sainik, SC/ST Dept residential, KGBV, OAV students not eligible.
How many questions are there in Odisha 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.
What is the Odisha NMMS fee?
No examination fee.
What is the official website of Odisha NMMS?
nmms.odisha.gov.in