<p>The National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (<strong>NMMS</strong>) is a prestigious scholarship program in India aimed at supporting meritorious students from economically weaker sections. If you&#39;re a student in Class 8 and looking for financial assistance to continue your education, the NMMS could be your key to unlocking a brighter future.</p> <p>Launched in 2008, the <strong>NMMS</strong> scheme is a Central Sector Scheme of the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India. It aims to award scholarships to talented students belonging to economically weaker sections, preventing them from dropping out of school due to financial constraints.</p>

<ul> <li><strong>Who is eligible for the NMMS scholarship?</strong> <ul> <li>Students of Class 8 in a government or government-aided school in India.</li> <li>Minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST) in Mathematics and Science in Class 7.</li> <li>Parental/guardian annual income below Rs.&nbsp;3,50,000/-.<br /> &nbsp;</li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>What is the exam pattern?</strong> <ul> <li>Two stages:&nbsp;State Level Test followed by MTST.</li> <li>Both objective-type,&nbsp;covering Mathematics,&nbsp;Science,&nbsp;Social Science,&nbsp;and Language.<br /> &nbsp;</li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>How can I apply?</strong> <ul> <li>Contact your school principal or visit the official NMMS website for application forms.</li> <li>Submit the completed form with necessary documents by the deadline (usually November/December).</li> </ul> </li> </ul>