Haryana NMMS Scholarship 2024: A Comprehensive Guide

The Board of School Education Haryana (HBSE) has announced the National Income and Merit-Based Scholarship Scheme Examination 2024-25, popularly known as NMMS. This scholarship aims to support talented students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, enabling them to pursue higher education. In this article, we will provide detailed information on the Haryana NMMS Scholarship 2024, including eligibility criteria, application process, exam pattern, and benefits.

What is NMMS Scholarship?

The National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMS) is a centrally sponsored scheme initiated by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The primary objective of NMMS is to identify and nurture talented students from economically weaker sections, providing them with financial assistance to pursue secondary and higher secondary education.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the Haryana NMMS Scholarship 2024, students must fulfill the following eligibility criteria:

1. Residential Criteria: Students must be permanent residents of Haryana.
2. Educational Criteria: Students must be studying in Class VIII in a government/government-aided or local body schools.
3. Income Criteria: To appear in this examination, students should be studying in class VIII in government/subsidized schools of the state and they should have passed the class VII examination from these schools. The total annual income of the parents of the candidate from all sources should be less than Rs. 3,50,000.
4. Academic Criteria: Students selected at the district level in this examination will be given scholarship according to the district quota. In the above examination, 16 percent reservation has been given to BCA category, 11 percent to BCB category, 20 percent to SC category and 3 percent to physically handicapped category. The rest is general. Students applying from reserved category will have to upload a photocopy of the certificate issued by the competent authority along with the online application form.

Application Process (How to Apply Online)

To apply for the Haryana NMMS Scholarship 2024, follow these steps:

1. Visit the official website of HBSE https://bsehexam2017.in/NMMSSEXAM2024/HOME.aspx.
2. Click on the "NMMS Scholarship" link.
3. Download the prospectus and read it carefully.
4. Fill the Online Application form.
5. Upload required documents (income certificate, caste certificate, etc.).
6. Submit the application form.

Exam Pattern

The NMMS examination will consist of two parts:

1. Mental Ability Test (MAT): 90 marks, 90 minutes.
2. Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT): 90 marks, 90 minutes.

Benefits

Selected students will receive a scholarship of ₹ 12,000 per annum, paid in monthly installments of ₹ 1,000.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 28^th Aug 2024
• Application End Date: 10^th October 2024
• Admit Card Date: 07^th November 2024
• Exam Date: 17^th November 2024

Download NMMSS Prospectus

To download the NMMSS prospectus, visit the official website of HBSE  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QhtCGOmnKSJLRr-ad7NV5UGBs3yS2MPB/view 

Contact Information

For any queries or concerns, contact:

Board of School Education Haryana, Bhiwani,
Haryana Phone:
9289911400
Timing Monday to Friday 09:30 A.M to 04:30 P.M (Except holidays)
Email: nmmshelpline@gmail.com

Conclusion

The Haryana NMMS Scholarship 2024 offers a fantastic opportunity for talented students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds to pursue higher education. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria and apply online before the deadline. Prepare thoroughly for the examination, and make the most of this chance to secure financial assistance for your education.

FAQs

Q1: What is the application fee for NMMS Scholarship 2024? 
A1: The application fee details will be announced soon.

Q2: Can I apply offline?
A2: No, the application process is online only.

Q3: What is the selection process?
A3: Selection will be based on the student's performance in the NMMS examination.

Q4: How many students will be selected for the scholarship?
A4: The number of selected students will be announced soon.

Stay updated with the latest information on Haryana NMMS Scholarship 2024 by visiting the official website.