Rashtriya Military School Admission 2027: Application Form, Dates, Eligibility, Exam Pattern & All Military Schools

Rashtriya Military School Admission 2027–28

Students preparing for admission to Rashtriya Military Schools (RMS) should begin preparation well before the entrance examination. RMS admissions are conducted for Class 6 and Class 9 through the Rashtriya Military Schools Common Entrance Test (RMS CET).

Rashtriya Military Schools are English-medium residential schools functioning under the Ministry of Defence and affiliated with CBSE. There are currently five Rashtriya Military Schools located at Chail, Ajmer, Dholpur, Belgaum and Bengaluru.

Important Update for Admission 2027–28

The official 2027–28 RMS admission notification, application dates and examination date have not yet been published on the official RMS/NIELIT admission portal.

Therefore, students and parents should not rely on unofficial websites for final dates.

For reference, the previous 2026–27 admission cycle opened online applications on 10 September 2025 and closed on 9 October 2025 at 8:00 PM. The RMS CET for that cycle was conducted on 7 December 2025.

The 2027–28 dates should be confirmed from the official notification when released.

📅 Expected RMS Admission 2027 Timeline

Admission Stage2027–28 StatusOfficial notificationAwaitedOnline application formAwaitedLast date to applyAwaitedApplication correction windowAwaitedAdmit cardAwaitedRMS CETExpected around the annual December examination cycle, but official date awaitedAnswer keyAwaitedWritten result / shortlistAwaitedInterviewAwaitedMedical examinationAfter written/interview shortlistingFinal merit listAwaitedAdmission / joiningAs notified by RMS

Important: The above “expected” timing is based on the previous admission cycle and is not an official 2027–28 schedule. The final dates should be taken only from the official RMS/NIELIT notification.

🎓 Who Can Apply for RMS Admission 2027?

Rashtriya Military Schools conduct entrance admissions for:

Class 6 Admission

Students studying in or having passed Class 5 can apply for Class 6 admission, subject to the official eligibility requirements for the relevant admission year.

For the 2026–27 cycle, candidates had to be 10–12 years old as on 31 March 2026, with date of birth between 1 April 2014 and 31 March 2016, both dates inclusive.

For the 2027–28 cycle, the corresponding age/date-of-birth requirement should be checked against the official 2027 notification.

Class 9 Admission

Students studying in or having passed Class 8 can apply for Class 9 admission, subject to the official eligibility requirements.

For the 2026–27 cycle, candidates had to be 13–15 years old as on 31 March 2026, with date of birth between 1 April 2011 and 31 March 2013, both dates inclusive.

The exact 2027–28 date-of-birth range will be confirmed in the official notification.

📚 Educational Qualification

For Class 6

The candidate must have passed Class 5 from a Government or recognized school before admission. Students studying in Class 5 were also permitted to appear for the entrance examination in the previous cycle.

For Class 9

The candidate must have passed Class 8 from a Government or recognized school before admission. Students studying in Class 8 were also permitted to appear in the entrance examination in the previous cycle.

Parents should verify the final 2027–28 qualification requirements from the official prospectus.

🏫 List of All Rashtriya Military Schools in India

There are currently five Rashtriya Military Schools:

1. Rashtriya Military School Chail

📍 Chail, Shimla Hills, Himachal Pradesh

2. Rashtriya Military School Ajmer

📍 Ajmer, Rajasthan

3. Rashtriya Military School Dholpur

📍 Dholpur, Rajasthan

4. Rashtriya Military School Belgaum

📍 Belgaum, Karnataka

5. Rashtriya Military School Bengaluru

📍 Bengaluru, Karnataka

The official RMS prospectus identifies these five schools and states that they are residential public schools affiliated with CBSE.

👧👦 Admission for Boys and Girls

RMS admissions are available to boys and girls in the applicable admission classes.

The 2026–27 official advertisement specifically invited applications for boys and girls for Class 6 and Class 9.

The official prospectus also specifies reservations applicable to different categories and provisions for girl candidates. The exact number of vacancies can vary by admission year and school, so students should check the annual vacancy notification.

📝 RMS CET 2027 Examination

The Common Entrance Test is an important stage of the RMS admission process.

The previous RMS CET was an MCQ-based OMR examination. Candidates who qualify and appear in the relevant merit/shortlist are subsequently called for the interview process. Final selection also involves medical fitness requirements.

Main Preparation Areas

Students should prepare systematically according to the official syllabus and prospectus for their class.

Preparation should include:

• Mathematics
• Intelligence
• General Knowledge & Current Affairs
• English
• Previous examination questions
• Time-bound practice
• Mock examinations
• Revision
• Interview preparation

For the 2026–27 cycle, the official portal noted that for Class 6 merit calculation, English marks were not counted in the merit total; the relevant merit calculation used Intelligence Test, Mathematics and General Knowledge & Current Affairs, subject to minimum qualifying requirements. Students should check the 2027–28 prospectus because rules can change.

🎯 RMS Admission Selection Process

Students should understand that clearing the written examination alone does not automatically guarantee admission.

The previous official process included:

Online Application → RMS CET → Shortlisting/Merit → Interview → Medical Examination → Final Selection/Admission

The official 2026–27 advertisement states that candidates who qualify the CET and figure in the merit list are required to appear for interviews, followed by medical examination for shortlisted candidates.

Therefore, students should prepare for the complete selection process rather than concentrating only on the written examination.

📄 Important Documents

Applicants should keep their documents ready according to the official notification.

The previous RMS prospectus included documents such as:

• Date of Birth proof
• Class V or Class VIII qualification proof, as applicable
• Caste certificate where applicable
• Relevant defence-service documentation for entitled categories
• Killed-in-Action category documentation where applicable
• Other documents specified in the official prospectus

The 2026–27 prospectus specifically lists proof of date of birth, proof of having passed Class V/VIII and applicable caste/category documents.

Always check the 2027–28 document checklist before submitting the application.

🏠 Residential School Admission

Rashtriya Military Schools are fully residential schools. The official prospectus states that admissions are for boarders and that day scholars are not permitted.

Students should therefore understand the residential nature of RMS education before applying.

🎖️ Reservation and Categories

The RMS admission system includes category-wise reservation provisions.

For the 2026–27 cycle, the official prospectus specified:

• 70% for wards of serving/retired JCOs and Other Ranks of Army, Air Force and Navy
• 20% for wards of serving/retired Defence Officers
• 10% for civilians

It also specified applicable Government of India reservation provisions for OBC-NCL, SC and ST candidates, along with provisions for Killed-in-Action wards and girls.

These figures and provisions should be checked against the 2027–28 official prospectus before relying on them for an application.

🚀 Start RMS 2027 Preparation Early

RMS entrance preparation should not be left until the application form is released.

Students who start early can build their fundamentals, practise questions regularly, identify weak subjects and become familiar with the examination format.

A focused preparation plan can include:

Step 1 – Build Fundamentals

Understand the concepts required for the target class.

Step 2 – Daily Practice

Solve Mathematics, Intelligence, English and GK questions regularly.

Step 3 – Improve Speed

Practise solving questions within a fixed time.

Step 4 – Weekly Revision

Regularly revise previously studied topics.

Step 5 – Mock Tests

Attempt full-length practice tests under examination conditions.

Step 6 – Analyse Mistakes

Identify incorrect answers and revise the underlying concepts.

Step 7 – Prepare for the Complete Selection Process

Students should also be prepared for the interview and medical stages if shortlisted.

🏆 Prepare for RMS 2027 with Sainik Institute Lucknow

Students from Lucknow and nearby areas who are preparing for Rashtriya Military School Class 6 or Class 9 entrance examinations can begin their preparation early with structured academic practice.

Sainik Institute Lucknow provides preparation support for students targeting competitive entrance examinations such as Sainik School, Rashtriya Military School and other military-school entrance pathways.

Preparation can focus on:

• Mathematics
• English
• Intelligence
• General Knowledge
• Current Affairs
• Practice Tests
• Revision
• Entrance-examination preparation
• Guidance for students and parents

🎯 Don't Wait for the Form to Arrive

The application form is only one part of the admission journey. Strong preparation takes time.

If your child is eligible for RMS Class 6 or Class 9 Admission 2027–28, starting preparation early can provide more time for learning, practice and revision.

Start your preparation now and be ready when the official RMS 2027–28 notification is released.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

When will the RMS 2027 admission form be released?

The official 2027–28 application schedule has not yet been published on the RMS/NIELIT portal. The previous cycle opened on 10 September 2025.

Which classes are available for RMS entrance admission?

RMS entrance admission is conducted for Class 6 and Class 9.

How many Rashtriya Military Schools are there?

There are currently five RMS schools: Chail, Ajmer, Dholpur, Belgaum and Bengaluru.

Can girls apply for RMS?

Yes. The official admission notification provides for admission of girls in the applicable classes.

Is RMS a residential school?

Yes. RMS are residential schools, and admissions are for boarders rather than day scholars.

Is passing the RMS CET enough for admission?

No. The previous official process included shortlisting, interview and medical examination before final admission.

Where should parents check the 2027 dates?

Parents should verify the final notification, application dates, eligibility, vacancies and examination schedule through the official RMS/NIELIT admission portal before submitting an application.