New Delhi: The application procedure for Rashtriya Military Schools Admission 2026 has been started, requesting all eligible candidates to register for admission in Classes 6 and 9 via the Rashtriya Military Schools Common Entrance Test (RMS CET) 2026. The National Testing Agency (NTA) is responsible for conducting the process of application and written test for the admission in these prestigious residential schools under the Ministry of Defence.
Last date to apply online is October 20, 2026, till 5:00 PM. Candidates and parents are recommended to visit the official NTA website and register themselves before the deadline.
Official Website: https://exams.nta.nic.in/rmscet/
Rashtriya Military Schools Admission 2026: Can Civilian Students Apply?
Many parents think that getting admission to Rashtriya Military Schools is only possible for the offspring of defense personnel. But it is not true. Civilian children can also get admissions in Class 6 and Class 9, provided that they meet the requirements and there is any vacant seat available.
Rashtriya Military Schools are English medium, fully residential public schools recognized by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). These are operated under the Ministry of Defence. The objective of these schools is to provide good quality education in a disciplined manner.
Total five Rashtriya Military Schools are established in India: Chail (Himachal Pradesh), Ajmer and Dholpur (Rajasthan), and Belgaum & Bengaluru (Karnataka).
Applicants who belong to civilian category must go through the eligibility and seat allocation details provided in the notification while applying.
RMS CET 2026: Important Dates
Candidates applying for Rashtriya Military Schools Admission 2026 should keep the following important dates in mind:
- Application deadline: October 20, 2026, by 5:00 PM
- Late application window: October 21–25, 2026, as per the announced schedule and applicable late fee
- Application correction window: October 27–28, 2026
- Entrance examination: December 13, 2026
- Expected result: January 2027
Applicants should verify the complete examination schedule, applicable fee and instructions through the official NTA portal before proceeding.
Rashtriya Military Schools Admission 2026: Eligibility Criteria
For those who wish to join Class 6 or Class 9, the age criteria and educational qualification will be as mentioned in the prospectus.
Eligibility for Class 6
Those studying in Class 5 will be eligible to write the exam of Class 6 only when they fulfill the prescribed age criteria along with other admission criteria. They have to meet the educational qualification before applying for admission.
Eligibility for Class 9
Those studying in Class 8 will be eligible to write the exam of Class 9 only if they meet the age and educational qualification criteria prescribed. The candidates need to meet the prescribed qualification before admission.
The age criteria will differ from year to year. Therefore, it is advisable that parents check out the RMS CET 2026 Information Bulletin for the specific date-of-birth criterion.
RMS CET 2026 Exam Pattern for Class 6 and Class 9
Entrance into the Rashtriya Military Schools is determined by way of selection involving a Common Entrance Test. This written test evaluates the students in various subjects according to the relevant classes.
In the case of Class 6, the students are tested on Intelligence, General Knowledge, Mathematics and English according to the Class 5 level.
In the case of Class 9, the students are evaluated on English, Hindi, Social Studies, Mathematics and Science according to the Class 8 level.
The candidates are advised to refer to the latest prospectus for the examination format, marking system, qualifying criteria, etc. The students should start their preparation well in advance concentrating on their concepts in the entrance test subjects.
How to Apply for Rashtriya Military Schools Admission 2026
Eligible candidates can complete the online application process by following these steps:
- Visit the official website: https://exams.nta.nic.in/rmscet/
- Open the link for RMS CET 2026 Online Application.
- Complete the registration process using the required details.
- Log in and fill out the application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents and photograph as specified in the application instructions.
- Pay the applicable examination fee through the prescribed payment method.
- Review all details before submitting the form.
- Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.
Parents are supposed to see to it that the name of the applicant, date of birth, educational background and other details are written accurately. Inaccurate writing of details might affect the candidature of the applicant at the time of verification.
Selection Process and Admission
Submission of the application form is no assurance of selection. The candidates need to sit for the entrance test and get selected as per the selection criteria specified by the institution. Next comes an interview, if there is one, followed by a medical examination and document verification, wherever applicable.
Admission is based on merit, eligibility, reservations, seat availability, and compliance with all the criteria for admission.
Apply Before October 20, 2026
The Rashtriya Military Schools provide an opportunity for qualified students who belong to both civilians as well as defence families to obtain schooling education in a disciplined residential environment. The parents of those students wishing to apply are advised that admission to the military schools is not limited to only defence families.
Since the application date for the RMS CET 2026 is October 20, the eligible students looking for admissions in Class 6th or Class 9th should verify the notification and apply accordingly.
Visit the official website of NTA for latest notifications regarding eligibility, application process and examination procedure at www.exams.nta.nic.in/rmscet/.
