Students who applied for the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS) in Odisha during 16 August to 16 September 2025 were facing prolonged uncertainty as the examination was repeatedly postponed. The exam was initially expected in December 2025, later delayed to January 2026, creating confusion among students and parents.
Now, the Directorate of TE & SCERT, Government of Odisha has officially released a notice confirming the final schedule of the NMMS Examination 2026, including admit card download dates and exam date.
This article explains the officially confirmed timeline, what students should do next, and important instructions for the exam.
🔎 Quick Overview
- Scholarship Name: National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS)
- State: Odisha
- Conducting Authority: Directorate of TE & SCERT, Govt. of Odisha
- Application Period: 16 August to 16 September 2025
- Admit Card Download: 23 January to 01 February 2026
- NMMS Exam Date: 01 February 2026
- Exam Mode: Offline (OMR-based)
NMMS Odisha Exam 2026: Official Clarification After Multiple Delays
After several postponements, the Directorate of TE & SCERT has now officially fixed the NMMS Examination date. As per the notice released by the authority, the NMMS Scholarship Examination will be conducted on 01 February 2026 across designated exam centres in Odisha.
This confirmation puts an end to the uncertainty faced by thousands of students who had already completed the application process months ago.
Official NMMS Odisha Examination Schedule (As per Notice)
According to the officially released schedule:
- Online filling of application forms by students:
16.08.2025 to 16.09.2025 - Submission of countersigned hard copies by Headmasters / Headmistress to DEOs:
By 13.10.2025 - Verification of application forms by District Education Office:
By 18.10.2025 - Download of NMMS Admit Cards:
23.01.2026 to 01.02.2026 - NMMS Scholarship Examination Date:
01.02.2026
These dates are final unless any further notice is issued by the authority.
NMMS Odisha Admit Card 2026 – Important Instructions
Students appearing for the NMMS Examination 2026 must carefully follow these instructions:
- Admit cards will be available only online
- Download the admit card between 23 January and 01 February 2026
- Check all details such as name, roll number, exam centre, and exam date
- Carry a printed copy of the admit card to the examination centre
- Entry without admit card will not be allowed
What Students Should Do Now
With the exam date officially confirmed, students are advised to:
- Download the admit card as early as possible
- Revise Mental Ability Test (MAT) and Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) syllabus
- Avoid waiting till the last day for admit card download
- Reach the examination centre well before reporting time on 01 February 2026
🔔 Final Note
This schedule has been released by the official authority, and students should rely only on such notices for NMMS examination updates. Any further changes, if announced, should be checked through official channels only.
🔗 Important Links
- NMMS Official site : NMMS Scholarship Portal
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