Last day to apply online for Rashtriya Military Schools CET 2026 entry to Classes 6 and 9
Online applications for the Common Entrance Test 2026 for the 2027-28 session at Rashtriya Military Schools close on October 20, after which forms can be filed with a late fee.
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Parents who want their children admitted to Class 6 or Class 9 at the Rashtriya Military Schools (RMS) for the 2027-28 academic session may be down to their last chance. According to the NTA, the deadline for online applications for the admission process through the Common Entrance Test 2026 is close.
Online forms for the test can be filled up to October 20. After that, forms can be filed with a late fee. Parents are advised to visit the official portal and submit the form at the earliest.
A child applying for Class 6 must have passed Class 5 or be studying in it. The child must, however, pass Class 5 before the date of admission to the school.
A candidate for Class 9 must have passed Class 8 from a government or recognised school before the date of admission. Candidates for Class 9 should know English, as instruction at the Rashtriya Military Schools is in English.
An age limit has also been fixed. Age as on March 31, 2027 must be between 10 and 16 years. Accordingly, for Class 6, the student must have been born between April 1, 2014 and March 31, 2016. For Class 9, the birth date must fall between April 1, 2012 and March 31, 2014.
The application fee depends on the candidate's category. Candidates in the General, OBC and OBC-NCL categories must pay Rs 1,000. SC and ST candidates and children of soldiers killed in war must pay Rs 750. Applicable late fees and payment instructions must be checked on the official portal.
To apply, first visit the website rashtriyamilitaryschools.edu.in. On the home page, click the 'CET 2026' link under 'Apply Online'. Then register with a mobile number and email ID.
After logging in, fill in the personal and academic details of the student and parents. Upload the student's passport-size photograph, signature and required documents. Finally, pay the fee online according to the category and submit the form.
The Rashtriya Military School is an English-medium residential public school run by the Ministry of Defence. The schools teach from Class 6 to Class 12 the children of defence personnel as well as those of civilians. There are five Rashtriya Military Schools in India: at Chail in Himachal Pradesh, Ajmer and Dholpur in Rajasthan, and Belgaum and Bengaluru in Karnataka.
