New Delhi: The Exam Regulatory Authority of Uttar Pradesh has announced an extension of the registration deadline for the prestigious Uttar Pradesh National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (UP NMMS). Originally slated to close today on September 18, 2023, prospective applicants now have until September 28, 2023, to complete their registrations. Students meeting the eligibility criteria, who have not yet applied, are urged to access the official website at entdata.co.in to initiate the application process.

The NMMS scholarship examination is scheduled to take place on November 5, 2023. Successful candidates stand to receive a scholarship amounting to Rs 12,000 annually, spanning from Class 9 to Class 12. Eligibility for this scholarship is extended to students currently in Class 8 attending government, government-aided, or local body council schools.

UP NMMS Scholarship 2023: Eligibility Criteria

Total family income must not exceed Rs 3,50,000.

Applicants should have achieved a minimum of 55% in their Class 7 examinations during the academic year 2022-23.

Students belonging to SC and ST categories will enjoy a 5% relaxation in the minimum pass marks.

Students enrolled in institutions such as Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV), Kendriya Vidyalaya (KV), Sainik School, government residential institutions, or private schools are not eligible to participate in the examination.

How to Apply for UP NMMS Scholarship 2023:

Navigate to the official UP NMMS website at entdata.co.in.

Upon reaching the homepage, locate and click on the active NMMS application form link.

Clicking on this link will redirect you to a new window where you'll need to complete the registration process.

Enter all required personal and educational information on the registration page.

Upload the necessary documents as per the specified guidelines.

Thoroughly review your application form for accuracy.

Don't forget to secure a printout of the completed form for future reference.

The UP NMMS Scholarship is an annual initiative aimed at identifying eligible Class 8 students hailing from low-income families. Its overarching objective is to provide financial support in the form of scholarships, thereby encouraging these promising students to pursue their educational journeys with zeal and determination.

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