Bihar NMMSS Result 2025 is Out : Direct Link for Result

The Bihar NMMSS Result 2025 is finally declared by the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Patna. Candidates who appeared for the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) examination can now check their scorecards at scert.bihar.gov.in using their roll number and exam date.

We have covered all the key details about the Bihar NMMSS Result 2025 including what the NMMSS exam is, who conducted it, how to check your result online, eligibility criteria, cutoff marks, and what steps to take after qualifying.

This article will help students, parents, and schools understand the complete process behind this scholarship scheme. You can use the following Table of Contents to navigate as per your liking:

What is NMMSS?

The National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) is a nationwide initiative by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, aimed at supporting bright students from economically weaker backgrounds. Its primary goal is to reduce dropout rates after Class 8 and promote completion of secondary education up to Class 12.

The exam structure is as follows:

The total marks is 180.

How to Check Bihar NMMSS Result 2025?

Students can access their Bihar NMMSS Result 2025 online through the following steps:

• Visit the official SCERT website: scert.bihar.gov.in
• Click on the “NMMSS 2025 Result” link
• Enter your Roll Number and Date of Exam (January 19, 2025)
• Click on Submit
• View, download, and print the result for future reference

Cut-off Marks and Qualification Criteria

According to SCERT Bihar, 5,138 students have been selected for the NMMSS scholarship.

For qualifying, students met or exceeded the minimum cut off in both MAT and SAT:

Students had to clear the cut-off in each paper because both the papers were evaluated separately.

Apart from this, the students must lie in the following criteria for being selected :

1. Class Requirement: The candidates must be a regular student of class 8 in a government/government aided or local body school.
2. School Type: Private school students are not eligible for the scholarship.
3. Parental Income : The combined annual income of parents (from all sources) should not exceed ₹3,50,000 (₹3.5 lakhs).
4. Minimum Marks in Class 7: Candidates must have passed Class 7th with at least 55% marks. This limit is relaxable by 5% for SC/ST/PH students.
5. Number Of Attempts : The Bihar NMMS examination can only be given once.
6. Scholarship Continuation: To keep receiving the scholarship, student must continue studying Class 9th and above in a government/aided school. Additionally, they must score at least 55% in Class 9th to 11th to keep receiving the scholarship. The criteria for SC/ST students is relaxable by 5% only. Class 12th students need to score above 60% for keeping the scholarship.

What Does the NMMSS Bihar Result 2025 Contain?

The NMMSS Bihar Result 2025 contains the following information:

• Roll Number
• Full Name and Date of Birth
• Father’s Name
• Gender and District
• Category (General, SC/ST, PH)
• Marks in MAT and SAT
• Total Score
• Aadhaar-linked details (if applicable)

Students must verify their personal details at the earliest. In case of any discrepancies, they should immediately report to the SCERT Bihar office.

Why the Bihar NMMSS Exam Matters?

The Bihar NMMS exam serves more purpose than just a scholarship test. It is a social initiative aimed at breaking the vicious cycle of poverty through education. The main aim is to reduce dropout rates in students in rural Bihar who leave their higher education after class 8 due to financial pressure. This will also work as a bridge to fill all the educational gaps by enabling the unprivileged students to compete equally.

We have seen stronger participation from districts like Purnia, Siwan, Gopalganj, and Jehanabad highlighting the scheme’s reach. A large number of qualifiers are girls which reflects positive trends in gender inclusion.

What Happens after Bihar NMMSS Result 2025?

After the release of Bihar NMMSS Result 2025, students are expected to follow the given steps :

1. Scholarship Activation : Students will receive ₹12,000 annually, starting from Class 9 directly into their Aadhar-linked bank account.
2. School Verification: The selected students need to submit their documents for verification. Documents like income certificate, caste certificate and school bonafide letters should be kept ready for submission.
3. Follow-Ups : The SCERT will issue notices or updates regarding the timelines document uploads and account of verification.

Students are advised to frequently visit the official website for updates.

Conclusion

The Bihar NMMSS Result 2025 is not just a list of names, it denotes the dreams of many unprivileged children who can now have a real shot at success. For these class 8th students, the scholarship is not just about the money but it also gives them the confidence that they have potential to do something in their life and break the vicious cycle of poverty. It also shows Bihar governments crucial role in encouraging students towards education. It will help in strengthening the economically backward regions.

Congratulations to the ones who have qualified for the scholarship and good luck to those who will try next year.

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