The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially commenced the registration process for the Rashtriya Military Schools Common Entrance Test (RMS CET) 2026. Aspirants looking forward to securing admission into prestigious residential public schools under the Ministry of Defence can now submit their online applications through the official NTA portal.
Here is everything job and education portals need to know about key dates, eligibility criteria, application fees, and the step-by-step registration procedure.
Key Highlights & Important Dates
- Online Application Window: September 23, 2026, to October 20, 2026 (up to 05:00 PM)
- Last Date for Fee Transaction: October 20, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)
- Late Submission Window (with ₹500/- late fee): October 21, 2026 to October 25, 2026 (up to 05:00 PM)
- Application Correction Window: October 27, 2026 to October 28, 2026
- City Intimation Slip Release: Last week of November 2026
- Stage-I Written Examination Date: December 13, 2026 (Sunday)
Overview of Rashtriya Military Schools (RMS)
Managed under the aegis of the Ministry of Defence (Army), Rashtriya Military Schools are premier English-medium co-educational residential public institutions affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). Established between 1925 and 1962, they are among India's oldest public schools, aiming to provide top-tier education and groom cadets for entry into the National Defence Academy (NDA).
There are five primary RMS campuses located across the country:
- Chail (Himachal Pradesh)
- Ajmer (Rajasthan)
- Dholpur (Rajasthan)
- Belgaum (Karnataka)
- Bengaluru (Karnataka)
Eligibility Criteria & Age Limits
Admissions are open for Class VI and Class IX (Boarders only; day scholars are not permitted).
- Class VI Admission:
- Age Limit: Candidates must be between 10 to 13 years as of March 31, 2027 (born between April 1, 2014, and March 31, 2017, both days inclusive).
- Educational Qualification: Must have passed Class V or be studying in Class V and pass it prior to admission.
- Class IX Admission:
- Age Limit: Candidates must be between 13 to 16 years as of March 31, 2027 (born between April 1, 2011, and March 31, 2014, both days inclusive).
- Educational Qualification: Must have passed Class VIII from a government or recognized school before admission.
- Note: A 6-month upper-age relaxation applies to wards of Armed Forces personnel Killed in Action (KIA).
Application Fee Structure
Candidates can pay the application fee online via Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
| Category | Application Fee | Late Fee (If applicable) |
| General / OBC / OBC (NCL) | ₹1,000/- | ₹500/- |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) / Scheduled Tribes (ST) / Wards of KIA | ₹750/- | ₹500/- |
Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online
- Visit Official Website: Go to the official NTA RMS CET portal at
[https://exams.nta.nic.in/rmscet/](https://exams.nta.nic.in/rmscet/). - New Registration: Click on the 'New Registration' link, fill in basic personal credentials, and verify your email ID and mobile number via OTP.
- Fill Application Form: Log in with the system-generated registration number and password to complete the application form, choosing preferred exam cities and medical examination hospital preferences.
- Upload Scanned Documents:
- Candidate Photograph (JPEG format, 10 KB to 200 KB; 80% face coverage on white background)
- Candidate Signature (JPEG format, 10 KB to 50 KB)
- Left-Hand Thumb Impression (JPEG format, 10 KB to 50 KB)
- Date of Birth Certificate, Domicile Certificate, and Caste/Service Certificates (PDF format, 50 KB to 300 KB)
- Fee Payment & Confirmation: Pay the required application fee and download/print the final Confirmation Page for future documentation. Hard copies of the form are not required to be mailed to NTA.
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