Bihar NMMS 2026-27 (National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme Examination) is conducted by State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) for students of Class 8. The exam date has not been announced yet. Last year it was held in 19 January 2025. Registration has not opened yet. It is also called Bihar NMMSS.
Bihar NMMS 2026-27
This page covers Bihar NMMS 2026-27 dates, how to apply, eligibility, the exam pattern, awards and official links.
| Full name | National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme Examination |
| Conducted by | State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) |
| Class | 8 |
| Mode | Offline written test with four-option multiple-choice questions |
| Official website | scert.bihar.gov.in |
Bihar NMMS 2026-27 Quick Links
Bihar NMMS 2026-27 Important Dates
The Bihar NMMS 2026-27 dates have not been announced yet. The registration and exam date dates are to be announced. Dates were checked on 30 October 2026 against scert.bihar.gov.in.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration | To be announced |
| Exam date | To be announced (last year: 19 January 2025) |
How to Apply for Bihar NMMS 2026-27
NMMSS 2026-27 application dates not yet announced by SCERT Bihar.
Is the Bihar NMMS 2026-27 application form out?
Not yet. NMMSS 2026-27 application dates not yet announced by SCERT Bihar.
Who can apply for Bihar NMMS 2026-27?
Students of Class 8 can take Bihar NMMS.
Qualifying and selection: No Bihar notification is online, so the central NMMS guidelines apply: at least 40% aggregate in MAT + SAT (32% for SC/ST), at least 55% in Class 7 (5% relaxation for SC/ST), Class 8 in a Government, aided or local body school, and parents’ income not more than Rs 3,50,000. Bihar’s quota is 5,433 scholarships.
What is the Bihar NMMS exam pattern?
Bihar NMMS has multiple-choice questions. Mode: offline written test with four-option multiple-choice questions. The number of questions and marks depend on the class:
| Class | Questions | Marks | Sections |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 – Mental Ability Test (MAT) | 90 | ||
| 8 – Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) | 90 |
How much is the Bihar NMMS scholarship?
Rs 12,000 a year (Rs 1,000 a month) from Class 9 to Class 12, under the central NMMS scheme.
Bihar NMMS 2026-27 Official Notices and Links
Every date on this page comes from these official pages (30 October 2026):
- scert.bihar.gov.in/examination-result – Registration
- scert.bihar.gov.in/ – Registration
- scert.bihar.gov.in/public/uploads/result/NMMSS_Result-2024-25_Website_Uploded. – Exam date
Bihar NMMS 2026-27 FAQs
Is Bihar NMMS 2026-27 registration open?
NMMSS 2026-27 application dates not yet announced by SCERT Bihar.
How many questions are there in Bihar NMMS?
Class 8 – Mental Ability Test (MAT): 90 questions, marks; Class 8 – Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT): 90 questions, marks.
What is the official website of Bihar NMMS?
scert.bihar.gov.in