RMS CET 2026 Registration: NTA will Close Application Window by Oct 20, Check Details

RMS CET 2026 Registration: NTA will Close Application Window Tomorrow for Class 6, 9 Students

New Delhi: Parents seeking admission for their wards in Rashtriya Military Schools should note that the National Testing Agency (NTA) will close the regular registration window for Rashtriya Military School Common Entrance Test (RMS CET) 2026 on October 20, 2026. The entrance examination will be conducted for admission in Classes 6 and 9 for the 2027-28 academic year. Candidates must fill the application forms before the deadline on the NTA examination portal. The regular application deadline ends at 5 PM, while the examination fee can be paid till 11:50 PM on October 20.

A second chance to apply will be available for late-fee applicants. Parents should refer to the information bulletin about late-fee applications and their due date instead of assuming that the late-fee window will have the same charges.

RMS CET 2026 Registration: Important Dates

The following is the list of important dates for candidates applying for admission in Rashtriya Military Schools:

Candidates should cross-verify any further updates on the official website of NTA RMS CET.

What Is RMS CET 2026?

The Rashtriya Military School Common Entrance Test is the entrance examination for admission in Classes 6 and 9 in Rashtriya Military Schools. These are English medium residential public schools operated under the Ministry of Defence.

The schools offer education from Classes 6 to 12 and admit students based on the selection process. NTA conducts the entrance examination and declares the results. The further admission process, including the medical examination, interview (wherever applicable), final selection and admission is carried out by Rashtriya Military Schools as per their admission guidelines. There are five Rashtriya Military Schools located in Chail, Ajmer, Dholpur, Belgaum and Bengaluru.

RMS CET 2026 Eligibility for Class 6 and Class 9

The eligibility criteria varies for admission in different classes. Candidates should carefully go through the official prospectus before filling the application form.

Class 6 admission

Candidates should be studying in Class 5 or have passed Class 5. They should also meet the age criteria and other requirements mentioned in the official notification.

Class 9 Admission

Candidates should be studying in Class 8 or have passed Class 8 and should meet the age and other eligibility requirements. The applicable age limits, date of birth, documents and other category-wise conditions should be cross-verified from the official information bulletin. Just meeting the educational requirements does not guarantee eligibility.

RMS CET 2026 Application Fee

The application fee is as follows:

Besides, an additional late fee of ₹500 will be applicable during the late-fee registration window, according to the published schedule. Candidates should double-check the late-fee application window, and the amount due for their category on the official portal before paying the examination fee.

How to Apply for RMS CET 2026

Parents and candidates can follow the steps below to apply:

• Visit the official NTA RMS CET portal.
• Open the RMS CET 2026 application portal link.
• Register and save the required login credentials.
• Fill in the required candidate details carefully.
• Upload photograph, signature and other documents as per the given specifications.
• Pay the applicable examination fee.
• Review the application form and submit the application.
• Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.

Before submitting the application form, candidates should double-check the spelling of their name, date of birth, class and other details against supporting documents. It will help to avoid issues during the verification process and admission.

What Should Candidates Do After Registration?

Candidates should save the confirmation page and payment receipt related to the application fee after registering. They should also keep tracking the official portal for updates about the correction window, admit card, examination guidelines and results.

The RMS CET 2026 examination will be conducted on December 13, 2026. Candidates should utilise the remaining time to prepare for the examination as per the published examination pattern and syllabus, instead of referring to unverified sources. Parents should also remember that qualifying the entrance examination only is not sufficient for admission. The final selection will depend on the applicable eligibility, merit, seat availability and other factors during the subsequent admission rounds.

Conclusion

With the RMS CET 2026 regular application deadline approaching on October 20, 2026, eligible candidates seeking admission in Classes 6 and 9 should avoid missing the application deadline. Besides, the late-fee application window will offer a second chance to apply.

However, it will involve an additional late fee and a separate deadline. Therefore, the best course of action will be to refer to the official site of NTA, cross-verify the eligibility and fee requirements and save the confirmation page after submitting the application form. It will help candidates avoid avoidable issues during the subsequent admission process.

FAQs

1. What is the last date to apply for RMS CET 2026?

The last date to apply for RMS CET 2026 is October 20, 2026. Candidates can pay the examination fee till 11:50 PM on the same day.

2. Can candidates apply for RMS CET 2026 after October 20?

Yes, a late-fee application window will be available from October 21 to 25, 2026. Candidates will have to pay an additional late fee as per the published schedule.

3. Which classes are covered under RMS CET 2026?

The RMS CET 2026 entrance examination is for admission in Classes 6 and 9 at Rashtriya Military Schools for the 2027-28 academic year.

4. When will RMS CET 2026 be conducted?

As per the published schedule, RMS CET 2026 will be conducted on December 13, 2026. Candidates should check the official portal for any subsequent updates.

5. What is the RMS CET 2026 application fee?

The application fee is ₹1,000 for General, OBC and OBC-NCL candidates and ₹750 for SC, ST and eligible wards of Armed Forces personnel killed in action. An additional late fee of ₹500 will be applicable during the late-fee application window.

6. Where can candidates fill out the RMS CET 2026 application form?

Candidates can fill out the application form on the official portal of NTA at exams.nta.nic.in/rmscet.

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