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All 5 Rashtriya Military Schools — Admission, Fees, Exam Pattern & Coaching
Rashtriya Military Schools are English medium residential Public Schools run by the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. Established in 1925, they are among the oldest and most prestigious public schools in the country and are founding members of the Indian Public Schools' Conference (IPSC).
There are five Rashtriya Military Schools located at Chail (Himachal Pradesh), Ajmer and Dholpur (Rajasthan), and Belgaum and Bengaluru (Karnataka). Cadets are admitted to Class VI and Class IX through a Common Entrance Test (CET) conducted under the Integrated Headquarters, Ministry of Defence (Army).
Situated in the scenic Shimla Hills, RMS Chail was originally known as King George V's Royal Indian Military School. Founded by the Prince of Wales in 1922, it began functioning in 1925 at Jalandhar Cantt before moving to its present hilltop location. Parents of selected students should provide warm woolen clothing and quilts for the cold climate.
Spread over 87 panoramic acres with views of surrounding hills, RMS Ajmer was founded as King George's Royal Indian Military School. A Category 'A' CBSE establishment under the Ministry of Defence, the school's motto — Sheelam Param Bhushanam (Character is the highest virtue) — defines its ethos. Active member of IPSC since 1954.
The youngest of the five Rashtriya Military Schools, RMS Dholpur is the only one raised after Independence. Housed in the regal palace of the erstwhile Maharaja of Dholpur on the Dholpur Bari Highway, the school's campus spans over 1,500 acres of Royal Estate — making it one of the most expansive school campuses in India.
Established to serve the wards of defence personnel from South India, RMS Bengaluru was originally King George Royal Indian Military College. CBSE affiliated since 1967, the school houses cadets in Rajaji, Nehru, Tagore and Shastri Houses. The school celebrated its Diamond Jubilee in December 2006 and was redesignated Rashtriya Military School Bangalore in July 2007.
Founded as King George VI Royal Indian Military College, RMS Belgaum is ideally located in Belgaum Cantonment — one of the fastest-growing cities in northwest Karnataka bordering Maharashtra and Goa. The fourth such institution set up in India, it was reorganized on public school lines in July 1952 and affiliated to CBSE in 1963. The school is approximately 100 km from Hubli, well connected by rail and road.
Admission to Class VI and Class IX is through a Common Entrance Test (CET) held in December every year. The test is fully OMR-based. All admissions are Boarders only — no day scholars are permitted.
Boys and Girls between 10–12 years of age as on 31st March of the year of admission. (Born between 1st April 2014 to 31st March 2016 for 2026 admission.) Six months relaxation for wards of personnel killed in Action.
Boys and Girls between 13–15 years of age as on 31st March of the year of admission. (Born between 1st April 2011 to 31st March 2013 for 2026 admission.) Same six months relaxation applies.
For Class VI: Must have passed or be studying in Class V and pass before the date of admission. For Class IX: Must have passed Class VIII from a government/recognized school. Knowledge of English (medium of instruction) is preferred.
All candidates must undergo medical fitness examination as per AFMSF-2 norms at listed hospitals. Admission is provisional until the fitness certificate is received. No request for change of Medical Exam Centre will be accepted.
| S.No. | Event | Date / Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Online Submission of Application Forms — Class VI & IX | 10 September 2025 (10:00 AM) to 9 October 2025 (8:00 PM) |
| 2 | Date of Written Examination — Class VI & IX | Will be intimated to registered candidates via SMS & E-Mail |
| 3 | Result Hosting | Hosted on NIELIT website with category-wise cut-off marks |
| 4 | Interview (for written-test qualifiers) | At one of the five Rashtriya Military Schools |
The Common Entrance Test is fully OMR-based. Question papers are bilingual (English & Hindi) for Class VI and English only for Class IX. Syllabus is of Class V standard for Class VI and Class VIII standard for Class IX.
| Subject | Max Marks | Min % to Qualify |
|---|---|---|
| English (qualifying only — not counted in merit) | 50 | 35% |
| Intelligence Test | 50 | 40% |
| Mathematics | 50 | 40% |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 50 | 40% |
| Interview | 20 | — |
| TOTAL (merit) | 170 | — |
Note: English marks are NOT counted in merit list — only qualifying in nature.
| Paper | Subjects | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | English (50) + Hindi (20) + Social Science (30) | 100 |
| Paper 2 | Mathematics (50) + Science (50) | 100 |
| Interview | — | 50 |
| TOTAL | — | 250 |
Minimum 50% required in each paper to qualify for interview round.
RMS fees are highly subsidised by the Ministry of Defence — making them one of the most affordable premium residential schools in India. Caution money is refunded without interest on discharge from the school.
| S.No. | Category | Type | Tuition Fee / Year | Caution Money (One-time) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | OR & equivalents in Navy / IAF (incl. Ex-Servicemen) | Entitled | ₹ 12,000 | ₹ 1,200 |
| 2 | JCO & equivalents in Navy / IAF (incl. Ex-Servicemen) | Entitled | ₹ 18,000 | ₹ 1,800 |
| 3 | Officers of all three Services (incl. Retired) | Non-Entitled | ₹ 32,000 | ₹ 3,800 |
| 4 | Civilians | Non-Entitled | ₹ 51,000 | ₹ 6,000 |
| 5 | SC / ST (all categories) | Both | 25% of respective category fee | ₹ 6,000 |
The daily schedule is designed to give cadets an active campus life while ensuring adequate rest, academics, physical training and personal time.
* Timings may vary from school to school depending on local weather conditions.
Many parents ask — are APS and RMS the same? They are not. Here's the key difference:
| Feature | Army Public School (APS) | Rashtriya Military School (RMS) |
|---|---|---|
| Affiliation | CBSE | CBSE |
| Management | Army Welfare Education Society (AWES) | Ministry of Defence (MoD), Govt. of India |
| Type | Day-cum-boarding (mostly day schools) | Fully residential boarding schools |
| Admission | Mainly for wards of Army personnel; civilians can also apply | Open to all; preference to defence background students |
| Entrance Exam | School-based test / interview (till Class 9) | All India RMS Entrance Exam (Class 6 & 9) |
| Fee | Moderate — higher than RMS | Highly subsidised by MoD — much cheaper than APS |
| Focus | Quality education; good academics & activities | Military-style grooming, NDA/SSB prep, discipline & leadership |
| Environment | Regular CBSE school with discipline | Daily PT, drill, uniforms, military routine |
| Career Outcomes | Various fields: engineering, medicine, civil services | Strong focus on Indian Army, Navy, Air Force; strong defence alumni |
Admission to Class VI and IX is through the Common Entrance Test (CET) held in December. For Class VI, the candidate must be 10–12 years old as on 31st March of the admission year. For Class IX, the candidate must be 13–15 years old. All admissions are into the Boarders category only. Applications are submitted online through the official RMS website within the announced dates.
The maximum annual tuition fee for civilian category students is ₹51,000 per year. For wards of defence personnel it is significantly lower — ₹12,000 (OR category) to ₹32,000 (Officers). SC/ST students pay only 25% of their respective category fee. A one-time caution money deposit is also required, which is refunded without interest on discharge.
There are 5 Rashtriya Military Schools in India: RMS Chail (Shimla Hills, HP), RMS Ajmer (Rajasthan), RMS Dholpur (Rajasthan), RMS Bengaluru (Karnataka), and RMS Belgaum (Karnataka). All five are English medium, CBSE affiliated, and fully residential.
The official RMS Admit Card can be downloaded from www.rashtriyamilitaryschools.edu.in. Registered candidates can log in with their credentials on the NIELIT website to check individual marks and results. Results with category-wise cut-off marks are hosted on the NIELIT website after the written examination.
RMS schools offer: CBSE curriculum with strong emphasis on science and mathematics; special coaching for NDA, SSB, and competitive defence exams; regular tests, discipline, and result-oriented teaching; physical training and sports at the highest level; heavily subsidised fees making quality education accessible; and a military-style environment that builds leaders. Rashtriya Military Schools are not just educational institutions — they are grooming grounds for future leaders in uniform and beyond.
For Class VI: The test covers English (qualifying only), Intelligence Test, Mathematics, and General Knowledge & Current Affairs — all at Class V standard. Bilingual (English & Hindi). For Class IX: Paper 1 covers English, Hindi, and Social Science (100 marks); Paper 2 covers Mathematics and Science (100 marks) — at Class VIII standard. English only. Both classes also have an interview component.
Inter-school transfer is not permitted as a matter of course. It is only allowed under exceptional circumstances such as: an ex-serviceman parent wishing to transfer the ward to a nearer school; the candidate having a real brother in the receiving school; or transfer on certified medical grounds. No application for inter-school transfer will be entertained for cadets already in Class IX or above. Applications must be received by the Principal by 15 February each year.
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