INVC NEWS
New Delhi : The deadline for submitting applications (both fresh and renewal) for the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) for the year 2024-25 has been extended to September 30, 2024. Students can submit their applications through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP), which has been open for submissions since June 30, 2024.
Here’s a brief overview of the process:
- One Time Registration (OTR): Students must first complete a One Time Registration (OTR) on the NSP before applying for the scholarship scheme.
- Application Submission: After completing the OTR, students should apply for the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) via the NSP.
- Eligibility Criteria:
- Income Limit: Parental income should not exceed Rs. 3.50 lakh per annum.
- Academic Performance: Minimum of 55% marks or equivalent in Class VII for the scholarship selection test (relaxable by 5% for SC/ST students).
- Verification Process:
- Level-1 (L1): Verification at the Institute Nodal Officer (INO) level must be completed by October 15, 2024.
- Level-2 (L2): Verification at the District Nodal Officer (DNO) level is required by October 31, 2024.
- Scholarship Amount: Rs. 12,000 per annum per student.
- Scholarship Disbursement: Scholarships are transferred directly to students’ bank accounts via the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) using the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode.
For detailed FAQs and assistance with registration on NSP, visit National Scholarship Portal FAQs.
Keep these dates in mind to ensure timely submission and verification of your application.
