Nagaland NMMS 2026-27 (National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme) is conducted by State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) for students of Class 8. The exam is on 7 November 2026. Registration closed on 31 August 2026. It is also called NMMSS Examination 2027 (Project Year 2027-28) – SCERT Nagaland names each exam by the following year.
Nagaland NMMS 2026-27
This page covers Nagaland NMMS 2026-27 dates, how to apply, eligibility, the exam pattern, awards and official links.
| Full name | National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme |
| Conducted by | State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) |
| Class | 8 |
| Mode | Offline (pen-paper, objective-type questions answered with a ball pen) at one centre in each of the 17 districts |
| Duration | Part I (MAT) 120 minutes + Part II (SAT) 120 minutes, in two sessions on the same day |
| Fee | No fee mentioned (offline form) |
| Official website | scert.nagaland.gov.in |
Nagaland NMMS 2026-27 Quick Links
Nagaland NMMS 2026-27 Important Dates
SCERT has confirmed the Nagaland NMMS 2026-27 exam dates. The admit card and result dates are to be announced. Dates were checked on 30 October 2026 against scert.nagaland.gov.in.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration (through school) | 27 July to 31 August 2026 (closed) |
| Exam date | 7 November 2026 |
| Admit card | To be announced |
| Result | To be announced (last year: 3 December 2025) |
How to Apply for Nagaland NMMS 2026-27
Offline forms via school/DEO; last date 31 Aug 2026 (closed).
Is the Nagaland NMMS 2026-27 application form out?
The application window has closed. Offline forms via school/DEO; last date 31 Aug 2026 (closed).
- Registration (through school)
- 27 July to 31 August 2026 (closed)
- Exam date
- 7 November 2026
Steps to Apply for Nagaland NMMS 2026-27
- Download the application form from scert.nagaland.gov.in, or collect a hard copy from the DEO office or SCERT Nagaland, Kohima.
- Fill the form and the admission card (do not detach the admission card from the form).
- Hand the form, a photocopy of the Class 7 mark sheet and the ST/SC certificate (if any) to the school principal/headmaster for verification and signature.
- The principal compiles the forms and submits them to the State Nodal Officer, NMMSS, SCERT Nagaland, Kohima by the last date (2027 exam: 31 August 2026); late forms are not accepted.
Who can apply for Nagaland NMMS 2026-27?
Regular Class VIII students in Government schools who passed Class VII with min 55% (General) / 50% (SC/ST); parental annual income asked on form; Rs 1,000/month Class IX–XII.
Qualifying and selection: Eligibility: regular Class 8 student of a government school who passed Class 7 with at least 55% (50% for SC/ST). Per the national NMMSS rules, a student needs at least 40% aggregate in MAT + SAT together (32% for SC/ST) and parents’ income must not exceed Rs 3,50,000 a year. Nagaland’s quota is 180 scholarships, and 4% is reserved for students with benchmark disabilities.
What is the Nagaland NMMS exam pattern?
Nagaland NMMS has multiple-choice questions and lasts Part I 120 minutes + Part II 120 minutes, in two sessions on the same day. Mode: offline (pen-paper, objective-type questions answered with a ball pen) at one centre in each of the 17 districts. The number of questions and marks depend on the class:
| Class | Questions | Marks | Sections |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 – Part I: Mental Ability Test (MAT) | 90 | 90 | Reasoning MCQs (verbal and non-verbal) |
| 8 – Part II: Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) | 90 | 90 | Science, Social Science and Mathematics |
SAT covers Science, Social Science and Mathematics as taught in Classes 7 and 8; MAT is a reasoning test
How much is the Nagaland NMMS scholarship?
Rs 1,000 a month (Rs 12,000 a year) from Class 9 to Class 12, subject to the scheme guidelines. To continue, the student needs clear promotion from Class 9 to 10 and Class 11 to 12 at the first attempt and at least 60% in Class 10 (55% for SC/ST); the scholarship is applied for and renewed each year on the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
Nagaland NMMS 2026-27 Official Notices and Links
Every date on this page comes from these official pages (30 October 2026):
- scert.nagaland.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/NMMSS-Advertisement-2027.pdf – Registration (through school)
- scert.nagaland.gov.in/nmmss-examination-2027-application-form/ – Registration (through school)
- scert.nagaland.gov.in/ – Result
Nagaland NMMS 2026-27 FAQs
When is the Nagaland NMMS 2026-27 exam?
NMMSS Examination-2027 on 7 Nov 2026 (Sat), 9:30 AM.
Is Nagaland NMMS 2026-27 registration open?
Offline forms via school/DEO; last date 31 Aug 2026 (closed).
Who is eligible for Nagaland NMMS?
Regular Class VIII students in Government schools who passed Class VII with min 55% (General) / 50% (SC/ST); parental annual income asked on form; Rs 1,000/month Class IX–XII.
How many questions are there in Nagaland NMMS?
Class 8 – Part I: Mental Ability Test (MAT): 90 questions, 90 marks; Class 8 – Part II: Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT): 90 questions, 90 marks – Part I (MAT) 120 minutes + Part II (SAT) 120 minutes, in two sessions on the same day.
What is the official website of Nagaland NMMS?
scert.nagaland.gov.in