The National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS) Odisha 2025–26 examination has been officially postponed by the State Council of Educational Research and Training, Odisha (SCERT Odisha). As per the latest update, the NMMS Odisha exam will now be conducted on 1 February 2026, instead of the earlier scheduled date 7 December 2025.
Along with the revised exam date, SCERT Odisha has also updated the admit card download schedule, which will now be available from 23 January 2026 to 1 February 2026 on the official website nmms.odisha.gov.in. Students are advised to regularly check the official portal for further announcements.
NMMS Odisha 2025–26: Latest Highlights
- NMMS Odisha exam postponed
- New exam date: 1 February 2026
- Admit card availability revised
- Applications already closed on 16 September 2025
- Answer key and result dates announced tentatively
NMMS Odisha 2025–26: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS) |
| Conducting Body | State Council of Educational Research & Training, Odisha |
| Scholarship Amount | ₹12,000 per year (₹1,000 per month) |
| Beneficiary Class | Class IX to XII (after selection in Class VIII) |
| Application Mode | Online & Offline |
| Official Websites | nmms.odisha.gov.in, ntse.scertodisha.nic.in |
| Exam Date | 1 February 2026 (Revised) |
| Result Status | To be announced |
NMMS Odisha Exam Date 2025–26 (Revised Schedule)
The NMMS Odisha 2025–26 examination has been postponed and will now be held on 1 February 2026. Students should note the complete timeline given below.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 16 August 2025 |
| Application Last Date | 16 September 2025 |
| Submission of Hard Copies to DEO | 25 September 2025 |
| Validation by District Education Office | 29 September 2025 |
| Admit Card (Earlier Phase) | 3–7 December 2025 |
| Admit Card (Revised Phase) | 15–18 January 2026 |
| Final Admit Card Window | 23 January – 1 February 2026 |
| NMMS Odisha Exam Date | 1 February 2026 (Postponed) |
| NMMS Answer Key | March 2026 |
| NMMS Result | April 2026 |
NMMS Odisha Application Form 2025–26
The NMMS Odisha application process was conducted from 16 August to 16 September 2025. Only students who successfully submitted the application form within this period are eligible to appear for the examination.
Students were required to:
- Fill the application form online at nmms.odisha.gov.in
- Submit printed and signed hard copies to their respective schools
- Attach required documents such as income and caste certificates
No new applications are being accepted now.
NMMS Odisha Eligibility Criteria 2025–26
Students must fulfill the following eligibility conditions to be considered for the NMMS Odisha scholarship:
- Must have scored at least 55% marks in Class VII (50% for SC/ST students)
- Must be studying in Class VIII during the academic session 2025–26
- Must be enrolled in Government, Government-aided, or Local Body schools
- Annual family income should not exceed ₹3,50,000
Students studying in government residential schools where all expenses are borne by the government are not eligible.
NMMS Odisha Admit Card 2025–26
The NMMS Odisha admit card 2025–26 will be released online by SCERT Odisha. Candidates can download it using their user ID and password from:
- nmms.odisha.gov.in
- ntse.scertodisha.nic.in
| IMPORTANT LINKS | |
| Notofication PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Admit Card | Click Here |
Admit Card Availability
- 23 January 2026 to 1 February 2026
The admit card is a mandatory document. Students will not be allowed to enter the examination hall without it.
NMMS Odisha Answer Key 2025–26
After the examination is conducted, SCERT Odisha will release the NMMS Odisha Answer Key 2025–26 in PDF format on the official website.
- Expected release: March 2026
- Students can use the answer key to estimate their probable score in MAT and SAT papers.
NMMS Odisha Result 2025–26
The NMMS Odisha result 2025–26 is expected to be declared in April 2026. Students can check their results online by logging into the official portal.
The result will display:
- MAT score
- SAT score
- Qualifying status
The NMMS result is provisional, and final selection will be subject to document verification.
NMMS Scholarship Benefits
Students who qualify the NMMS examination will receive:
- ₹12,000 per annum (₹1,000 per month)
- Scholarship duration: 4 years (Class IX to XII)
- Continuation subject to academic performance and eligibility conditions
Conclusion
The postponement of the NMMS Odisha 2025–26 exam provides students with additional preparation time. Candidates who have already applied should download their admit cards within the revised schedule and stay updated through the official SCERT Odisha websites. The NMMS scholarship remains one of the most important financial support schemes for meritorious students from economically weaker sections in Odisha.
