RMS CET 2026: Rashtriya Military School Entry for Class VI and IX, Apply by 20 October
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NTA is taking online applications for the Rashtriya Military Schools Common Entrance Test 2026 (admission to Class VI and IX) from 23 September to 20 October 2026. The written exam is on 13 December 2026.
At a glance
| Organisation | National Testing Agency (NTA) for Rashtriya Military Schools, Ministry of Defence |
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| Last date | 20 October 2026 |
| Status | Open |
| Fee | ₹1,000 for General and OBC; ₹750 for SC, ST and wards of personnel killed in action |
| Exam length | 2 hours 30 minutes |
| Classes | VI and IX |
| Stages | Written test, medical examination, interview, final merit and document check |
Important dates
| Application window | 23 September to 20 October 2026 (up to 5 pm) |
|---|---|
| Fee payment closes | 20 October 2026 (11:50 pm) |
| Late submission with ₹500 late fee | 21 to 25 October 2026 |
| Written exam (Stage I) | 13 December 2026 (Sunday) |
Details
The Rashtriya Military Schools are English-medium residential schools run by the Ministry of Defence for children of defence personnel and civilians. Admission to Classes VI and IX is through this common entrance test, run by NTA.
After the written exam (Stage I) come a medical examination (Stage II), an interview (Stage III) and the final merit and document check. The information bulletin lists the school-wise vacancies and the eligibility rules, so read it before you pay the fee.
Always confirm the final details in the official information bulletin.
How to apply
- Open the RMS CET page on the NTA exams website.
- Read the information bulletin and check the class-wise eligibility.
- Fill in the online form and upload the requested documents.
- Pay the fee online before 20 October (or pay the late fee by 25 October).
- Download the confirmation page.
This post is a plain-language summary prepared by Pratiyogita Kosh from public information. We are not the conducting body. Please verify all dates, eligibility and fees on the official website before you apply.