Military School / RMS
Syllabus, chapters and coursesWhat is this exam?
Rashtriya Military Schools (RMS) are Public School Society institutions under the Ministry of Defence, admitting students through the RMS Common Entrance Test at Class 6 and Class 9.
Eligibility
Open to Indian citizens of either gender meeting the age and educational qualification criteria; a portion of seats is reserved for wards of defence personnel.
Age criteria
Class 6: 10–12 years. Class 9: 13–15 years, assessed as of the date specified in the official notification.
Exam pattern
Objective-type paper covering Mathematics, English, Intelligence and General Knowledge/General Science depending on the class, followed by an interview and medical exam for shortlisted candidates.
Syllabus
Aligned with the NCERT syllabus for the two preceding classes, similar in scope to the AISSEE syllabus for the same class.
Preparation strategy
Since selection continues past the written exam, candidates should prepare for a basic fitness and interview round alongside academic revision.
Important dates
Notification release
October
Application deadline
November
Exam date
December
Interview & medical
February–March
Frequently asked questions
Yes — a portion of seats is reserved for wards of serving or retired defence personnel, in addition to the general category seats.