RMS CET 2026: Rashtriya Military School Admission for Class 6 and 9, Apply by 20 October, Exam on 13 December
NTA has invited online applications for the Rashtriya Military School Common Entrance Test (RMS CET) 2026 for Class VI and IX admission in the 2027-28 session. Apply from 23 September to 20 October 2026; the pen-and-paper exam is on 13 December 2026. Age limits, fee and how to apply.
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RMS CET 2026: Applications Open
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has invited online applications for the Rashtriya Military School Common Entrance Test (RMS CET) 2026, through a public notice dated 23 September 2026. The test is for admission to Class VI and Class IX in Rashtriya Military Schools for the academic year 2027-28.
Rashtriya Military Schools are English-medium residential schools run by the Ministry of Defence for classes VI to XII. There are five RMSs, at Chail (Himachal Pradesh), Ajmer and Dholpur (Rajasthan), and Belgaum and Bengaluru (Karnataka).
| Event | Date (as per NTA notice) |
|---|---|
| Online application | 23 September to 20 October 2026 (till 5:00 PM) |
| Last date for fee payment | 20 October 2026 (till 11:50 PM) |
| Late submission (with ₹500 late fee) | 21 to 25 October 2026 (form till 5:00 PM; fee till 11:50 PM) |
| Exam date | 13 December 2026 (Sunday) |
| Mode | Pen-and-paper (OMR), MCQs |
| Exam cities | 63 cities across India |
| Official website | exams.nta.nic.in/rmscet |
Age Eligibility
| Class | Age as on 31 March 2027 | Date of birth |
|---|---|---|
| Class VI | 10 to 13 years | 1 April 2014 to 31 March 2017 (both inclusive) |
| Class IX | 13 to 16 years | 1 April 2011 to 31 March 2014 (both inclusive) |
A six-month relaxation in the upper age limit is allowed for wards of Armed Forces personnel Killed in Action (KIA).
Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Late fee |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / OBC (NCL) | ₹1,000 | ₹500 extra |
| SC / ST / Wards of Armed Forces personnel Killed in Action | ₹750 |
The fee can be paid online by credit card, debit card, net banking or UPI.
How to Apply for RMS CET 2026
Step 1: Go to exams.nta.nic.in/rmscet and read the Information Bulletin.
Step 2: Click RMS CET – 2026 Online Application and register with a valid mobile number and email ID.
Step 3: Fill in the candidate's details, choose the class (VI or IX) and exam city.
Step 4: Upload the photograph and required documents.
Step 5: Pay the fee online and save the confirmation page.
NTA says applications must be submitted online only through the official website.
Helpline
- Phone: 011-40759000 / 011-69227700
- Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for RMS CET 2026?
20 October 2026 (5:00 PM). With a late fee, forms can be submitted from 21 to 25 October.
Q2. When is the RMS CET 2026 exam?
On 13 December 2026, in pen-and-paper (OMR) mode.
Q3. Which classes does RMS CET cover?
Class VI and Class IX for the 2027-28 session.
Q4. How many Rashtriya Military Schools are there?
Five, Chail, Ajmer, Dholpur, Belgaum and Bengaluru.
Q5. What is the fee?
₹1,000 for General/OBC and ₹750 for SC/ST and wards of KIA personnel.
Conclusion
Parents seeking a Rashtriya Military School seat for 2027-28 should apply on exams.nta.nic.in/rmscet before 20 October 2026 and read the Information Bulletin for the syllabus and exam scheme.
Source: NTA public notice dated 23 September 2026, "Inviting Online Application Form for Rashtriya Military School Common Entrance Test (RMS CET) – 2026" (nta.ac.in).