The Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE), Telangana, has officially announced an extension for the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) Examination 2025-26 registration deadline. According to the latest notification, Class 8 students studying during the academic year 2025-26 can now register and pay the examination fee online until October 18, 2025.
The Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Telangana, released a statement saying, “It is informed that the last date to register the application online and the due dates for payment of examination fee for the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) Examination by the students who are studying in Class VIII during Academic Year 2025-26 is hereby extended up to October 18, 2025.”
Revised NMMS 2025-26 Schedule
As per the revised notification, the Headmasters of schools must submit the printed copies of online application forms, nominal rolls (two copies), and SBI fee payment receipts to the respective District Educational Officer (DEO) by October 22, 2025.
Subsequently, DEOs are required to forward all verified documents to the Director of Government Examinations, Telangana, Hyderabad, by October 24, 2025.
| Activity | Revised Date |
| Online registration and fee payment | October 18, 2025 |
| Submission of printed applications and fee receipts to DEO by Headmasters | October 22, 2025 |
| Submission of verified records to Director of Government Examinations, Hyderabad | October 24, 2025 |
NMMS Eligibility Criteria
The National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) is a centrally sponsored scholarship designed to support meritorious students from economically weaker sections to pursue education beyond the secondary level.
To be eligible for the Telangana NMMS 2025-26 Examination, students must meet the following criteria:
- The student must be studying in Class 8 in a government, local body, or aided school during the academic year 2025-26.
- The annual parental income from all sources should not exceed Rs 3,50,000.
- Students enrolled in Kendriya Vidyalayas, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, or any residential schools run by central or state governments are not eligible.
How to Apply for Telangana NMMS 2025-26
Interested and eligible students can apply for the NMMS Telangana 2025-26 through the official website.
Follow the steps below to complete the application:
- Visit the official website and click on “NMMS 2025-26 Application”.
- Enter student and school details accurately.
- Upload the required documents — income certificate, caste certificate, and student photograph.
- Pay the examination fee through SBI Collect.
- Download and print the application form along with nominal rolls for submission through the school headmaster.
NMMS Scholarship Benefits
Students who qualify in the NMMS 2025-26 examination will receive a scholarship of Rs 12,000 per year (Rs 1,000 per month) from Class 9 to Class 12. The scholarship amount will be credited directly to the students’ bank accounts via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Recipients must maintain satisfactory academic performance and continue studying in recognized institutions to remain eligible for the scholarship.
The extension of the NMMS 2025-26 registration deadline offers an excellent opportunity for eligible students in Telangana to apply for this prestigious government scholarship. The Telangana NMMSS 2025-26 initiative continues to play a crucial role in promoting education equity and supporting talented students from financially weaker backgrounds to achieve their academic dreams, for more details and apply CLICK HERE
