Overview
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started online registration for the Rashtriya Military Schools Common Entrance Test (RMS CET 2026) for admission to Classes VI and IX for the 2027-28 academic session. Applications opened on September 23, 2026, through the dedicated examination portal. The number of available seats has not been specified and will depend on school-wise vacancies.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | National Testing Agency and Rashtriya Military Schools |
| Post Name | Class VI and Class IX Admission through RMS CET 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | Not specified; admission subject to school-wise seat availability |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | exams.nta.nic.in/rmscet |
Important Dates
Candidates should complete registration well before the closing date to avoid payment failures or other technical issues. Dates not confirmed in the available registration information have been marked as TBA.
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | September 23, 2026 |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | TBA |
| Result Date | TBA |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- For Class VI admission, the student should be studying in or have passed Class V from a recognised school before joining the Rashtriya Military School.
- For Class IX admission, the student must have passed Class VIII from a government-recognised school before the date of admission.
- Students awaiting their qualifying-class results may apply, subject to fulfilling the academic requirement at the time of admission.
- Admission is open to eligible candidates subject to the category, domicile and school-allocation conditions stated in the official information bulletin.
- Applicants and parents must verify all eligibility details before submitting the form, as candidature can be cancelled if the information provided is incorrect.
Age Limit
- Class VI: Candidates should ordinarily be between 10 and 12 years of age as on March 31, 2027.
- Class IX: Candidates should ordinarily be between 13 and 15 years of age as on March 31, 2027.
- The corresponding indicative birth periods are April 1, 2015 to March 31, 2017 for Class VI and April 1, 2012 to March 31, 2014 for Class IX.
- Candidates must check the official bulletin for exact date-of-birth limits and any applicable relaxation provisions.
Fees
- General, OBC-NCL and other candidates: ₹850.
- SC and ST candidates: ₹650.
- The examination fee must be paid online using the available debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI facility.
- Processing charges and applicable taxes may be collected separately by the payment service provider.
- The application will be considered complete only after successful payment and generation of the confirmation page.
Selection Process
- Common Entrance Test: Eligible applicants will appear for RMS CET 2026. The examination will assess subjects and competencies prescribed for the relevant admission class.
- Interview and document verification: Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview and verification of academic, identity, category, age and other supporting documents.
- Medical examination and final admission: Candidates must satisfy the prescribed medical fitness standards. Final admission will be based on merit, eligibility, medical fitness, reservation rules and seat availability.
How to Apply
- Visit the RMS CET examination portal at exams.nta.nic.in/rmscet.
- Open the link for RMS CET 2026 Class VI and IX registration and download the information bulletin.
- Select the new-candidate registration option and enter the student's name, date of birth, parent or guardian details, mobile number and email address.
- Note the system-generated application number and create a secure password for future login.
- Log in and complete the application form by selecting the admission class, examination city preferences, category and other required details.
- Upload a recent photograph, signature and relevant certificates in the prescribed file format and size.
- Review the form carefully, particularly the student's name and date of birth, which should match the official records.
- Pay the application fee through an available online payment method and wait for successful transaction confirmation.
- Download and save the confirmation page, payment receipt and submitted application form for future reference.
- Regularly check the examination portal for the correction window, city intimation slip, admit card and examination schedule.
Important Links
FAQs
1. When did RMS CET 2026 registration begin?
Online registration for Class VI and Class IX admission began on September 23, 2026.
2. Which academic session will the RMS CET admission cover?
The entrance examination is being conducted for admission to Rashtriya Military Schools for the 2027-28 academic session.
3. Is passing the entrance examination enough to secure admission?
No. Candidates must also satisfy the interview, document verification, medical fitness and school-wise se
