Admission Details for Class 6 in Rashtriya Military Schools (RMS) and Sainik Schools for 2026

Rashtriya Military Schools (RMS):

Exam Pattern

Subject	No. of Questions	Marks	Weightage
Mathematics	50	200	4 marks each
English	40	100	2.5 marks each
Intelligence	50	100	2 marks each
General Knowledge	50	100	2 marks each

Total Marks: 500
Duration: 2.5 hours
Passing Criteria:
- 40% in each subject and 50% aggregate for general candidates.
- Relaxation for SC/ST candidates.

Eligibility Criteria:

Age: Candidates must be between 10 and 12 years old as of March 31, 2026. Birthdate should fall between April 1, 2014, and March 31, 2016.
Educational Qualification: Applicants should have passed Class 5 from a recognized school before the date of admission.

Application Process:

Application Window: Opened from August 21 to September 19, 2025.
How to Apply: Applications were submitted online through the official RMS website: rashtriyamilitaryschools.edu.in.

Selection Procedure:

Common Entrance Test (CET):
- Date: December 8, 2025.
- Subjects: English, Intelligence, Mathematics, and General Knowledge.
Interview and Medical Examination: Candidates who qualify in the CET will proceed to these stages.