Gujarat NMMS 2026-27 Form: Photo 15KB, Documents, Dates
Gujarat NMMS 2026-27 applications run on sebexam.org from 15 October to 24 October 2026, with fee payment until 26 October. Photo and signature must be JPG, not above 15KB each. Class 8 students of government, local body and grant-in-aid schools can apply. The probable exam date is 5 December 2026.
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Gujarat NMMS 2026-27 applications are open on sebexam.org from 15 October 2026 (3 pm) to 24 October 2026 (11:59 pm). The photo and the signature must both be JPG and not more than 15KB each, and the exam fee can be paid until 26 October 2026.
The form is for Class 8 students of government primary schools, local body schools and grant-in-aid primary schools. The State Examination Board, Gandhinagar, issued the notification on 12 October 2026.
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Important dates for NMMS 2026-27 in Gujarat
| Step | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification issued | 12 October 2026 |
| Online form | 15 Oct (3 pm) to 24 Oct 2026 (11:59 pm) |
| Online fee payment | 15 to 26 October 2026 |
| Exam (probable) | 5 December 2026 |
Source: Gujarat State Examination Board, NMMS 2026-27 notification dated 12 October 2026. The board calls the exam date "probable", so watch sebexam.org for the hall ticket.
NMMS photo and signature size: what the form accepts
The notification gives one upload rule for the picture files: JPG format, not more than 15KB each. It does not publish pixel dimensions, so the 15KB ceiling is the only number to hit.
A phone photo is usually 1 to 4MB, so it will be rejected as it is. Compress it first. Lowering the quality setting works better than cutting the pixels, because a passport-style face still needs to stay clear.
| Upload | Format | File size | Other rules |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student photo | JPG | Not above 15KB | Uploaded after you submit and get the application number |
| Signature | JPG | Not above 15KB | Same screen as the photo |
| Aadhaar (front and back) | PDF or JPG | Not stated | Must be clearly readable |
| Income certificate | Upload on the form | Not stated | Certified copy; issued by a government-authorised officer |
| Caste certificate | Upload on the form | Not stated | SC, ST and PH students; with certificate number and date |
Source: Gujarat State Examination Board, NMMS 2026-27 notification (12 October 2026). The notification gives no KB limit for certificates and Aadhaar. If the website rejects one, compress it and try again.
How to fill the NMMS 2026-27 form online
- Open www.sebexam.org and click "Apply online", then "National means cum Merit Scholarship Scheme (STD-8)" and "Apply Now".
- Fill the whole form in English, with the name exactly as on Aadhaar, and upload the Aadhaar front and back.
- Click Submit, note the application number, then use "Upload photo-Signature" with the application number and date of birth.
- Click "Confirm Application" and enter the application number and date of birth.
- Click "Print Application & Fee Challan" with the confirmation number and date of birth, take the printout, then pay the fee online by card, net banking, UPI or wallet.
An application counts only after it is confirmed and the fee is paid. A saved but unconfirmed form is not accepted.
The notification also says that filling the online form for students is the responsibility of the school, so ask the class teacher or principal how your school is handling it. The principal is to check that the student fits the income limit and the category.
Which documents go with the printout
Attach these to the printed application, as per the notification:
- Fee challan (SEB copy only)
- Copy of the student's Aadhaar card
- Certified copy of the income certificate
- Class 7 marksheet or an equivalent proof
- Certified copy of the caste certificate, if it applies
- Certified copy of the disability certificate, if it applies
The website takes the income and caste certificate uploads on the form itself. Scans of certificates are often photographed on a phone. Turn them into one clean file with JPG to PDF, and read how to keep caste and income certificate PDFs small if the upload is rejected for size.
Who can apply, and what the scholarship pays
The student must be studying in Class 8 in the current year in a government primary school, a local body school or a grant-in-aid primary school. Private schools, Kendriya Vidyalayas, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas and residential schools run by government institutions are not eligible.
The family income must not be more than Rs 3,50,000 a year. Class 7 marks must be at least 55% for General and OBC, and 50% for SC and ST.
Selected students get Rs 1,000 a month, which is Rs 12,000 a year, for four years. The state quota is 5,097 students. Payment goes to the bank account through the National Scholarship Portal, where the student must register separately after selection.
Result, renewal and other questions the notification leaves open
The 12 October notification gives no result date. The only date it gives is the probable exam date, 5 December 2026, so watch sebexam.org for the result after the exam.
It does not explain renewal rules. It says that payment of the scholarship amount goes through fresh and renewal applications on the National Scholarship Portal, as per the Education Ministry guidelines, and that the board only conducts the exam and does not verify documents. Check the guidelines on scholarships.gov.in for renewal.
Exam fee and pattern in short
The fee is Rs 70 for General, EWS and OBC and Rs 50 for PH, SC and ST, plus service charge. Fees paid are not refunded. The exam has two papers of 90 marks each, MAT and SAT, 90 minutes each. Qualifying marks are 40% for General and OBC and 32% for SC and ST.
Common mistakes that block an NMMS form
- Name not matching Aadhaar. The board says the name must be exactly as on Aadhaar, and it will not fix it later. The NSP registration after selection also needs this match.
- Photo above 15KB. A 100KB file will not upload. Compress it and check the size again.
- Fee not paid. A receipt marked "Transaction Unsuccessful" means the fee did not go through. Do not treat it as paid. Keep the e-receipt that shows success, and if the amount was debited but no e-receipt came within 24 hours, write to the board by email.
- Wrong school details. Enter the school DISE number, and correct the school details only if they are old.
- Missing certificates. SC, ST and PH students must upload the certificate with number and date, along with the income proof.
If a student's name does not show after entering the Aadhaar and DISE details, the board says to contact the principal of the present school and get the student's DISE number details.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to apply for NMMS 2026-27 in Gujarat?
The online form can be filled until 24 October 2026, 11:59 pm, on sebexam.org. The exam fee can be paid until 26 October 2026.
What is the size of photo and signature for NMMS Gujarat?
Both must be JPG files of not more than 15KB each. The notification does not give pixel dimensions.
Can a Class 8 student fill the NMMS form this year?
Yes. The scheme is for students who are in Class 8 this year in a government primary school, a local body school or a grant-in-aid primary school. Private schools are not eligible.
When is the NMMS exam in Gujarat?
The board has given 5 December 2026 as the probable date. Check sebexam.org for the final date and hall ticket.
How much is the NMMS scholarship amount and for how many years?
Rs 1,000 a month, Rs 12,000 a year, for four years, to students who qualify under the quota. The money is paid through the National Scholarship Portal.
When will the Gujarat NMMS 2026 result be declared?
The notification of 12 October 2026 does not give a result date. The exam is probable on 5 December 2026, so watch sebexam.org after the exam for the result.
How do I renew the NMMS scholarship for 2026-27?
The Gujarat board notification does not give renewal rules. It says that scholarship payment goes through fresh and renewal applications on the National Scholarship Portal as per Education Ministry guidelines, so check scholarships.gov.in.
Sources
- State Examination Board, Gujarat: NMMS 2026-27 notification (12 Oct 2026) (checked 2026-10)
- State Examination Board, Gujarat (checked 2026-10)
Rules and limits change. Always check the latest official notification or portal before you submit a form.