Important Dates to Remember
| Activity | Dates (2025) |
|---|---|
| Registration Begins | June 20 |
| Registration Deadline | September 15 (extended) |
| Final Submission Deadline | September 30 |
| (Earlier deadlines were tighter, but authorities have extended the window to ensure wider access) |
There will be no further extensions beyond these dates. Interested students should complete their applications within this window.
Who Is Eligible for the Scholarship?
To qualify for the NMMC Scholarship 2025:
Residency: Must be a permanent resident of the NMMC area for at least three years.
Academic Level: Students from Class 1 up to postgraduate and professional/technical courses are eligible.
Social Category: Students belonging to SC/ST/NT/VJNT, project-affected families, or socially vulnerable groups are included.
Banking Criteria: Must have a nationalized bank account within the NMMC zone (excluding Sukanya Samriddhi Accounts), linked to Aadhaar, KYC compliant, and held in the student’s name.
Benefits & Scholarship Amounts
Scholarship amounts vary by academic level:
Classes 1–4: ₹4,000 per year
Classes 5–7: ₹6,000 per year
Classes 8–10: ₹8,000 per year
Classes 11–12: ₹9,600 per year
UG Degree Courses: ₹12,000 per year
PG Courses: ₹16,000 per year
Technical/Professional Courses: ₹8,000 per year
These funds are transferred directly to the student’s Aadhaar-linked bank account via DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer), ensuring transparency and ease of access.
Step-by-Step Application Process
Visit the Official Portal
Go to www.schemenmmc.com, the dedicated scholarship portal.Registration
If new to the scheme: click “New Register”, read instructions, and proceed.
Existing users (beneficiaries of 2024–25): log in with the same credentials to apply for 2025–26.
Fill in Details
Provide personal details, photograph & signature, parent/guardian information, ward details, and Aadhaar-linked bank details as per the portal requirements.Document Upload
Upload scanned original documents (PDF format), including exam mark sheets, caste certificate (if applicable), identity proof of parents or guardians, Aadhaar, income certificate, etc.Submit Application
Review and submit your application before the deadline.Acknowledgment
Save a copy of the acknowledgment or confirmation—this will be useful for future tracking or queries.
Documents You Must Keep Ready
Mark sheets of the previous academic year
Caste certificate (for SC/ST/NT/VJNT applicants)
Identity proof of student and parent/guardian
Aadhaar card
Bank account details (Account number, IFSC) – nationalized bank within NMMC jurisdiction, Aadhaar & KYC linked
Income certificate (if required)
Ensure all scans are legible and originals carefully verified before uploading.
What You Gain
Secure annual financial support scaled to academic level
Return-free, efficient DBT transfer
Support aimed at reducing dropout rates and encouraging educational continuation across marginalized communities
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Key Points to Remember
No further extensions will be granted—post-September 30 applications will not be considered.
Free Press JournalEnsure your bank account details (including IFSC, Aadhaar linkage, KYC status) are accurate—wrong entries can lead to account holders being held responsible.
Retain login credentials—from last year if applicable—so your process is fast and seamless.
Only original scanned PDFs are accepted; no photos or compressed files.
In Summary
The NMMC Scholarship 2025 is a valuable opportunity for students across all educational stages within Navi Mumbai. Here’s what you need to do:
Check your eligibility, especially residency and social category requirements
Register or log in using the official portal
Complete your application including document uploads
Submit before September 30 to avoid disqualification
Provide accurate banking details for DBT
