Rashtriya Military College: Register by September 30 for Class 8 admission; who is eligible to apply?
RIMC Entrance Exam 2026: The application process for the Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC) entrance exam is currently underway. Eligible candidates can submit their applications and fees until 5:00 PM on September 30. The exam is scheduled for December 6. Interested students or their guardians can apply via the official website within the stipulated timeframe.
What is the last date to apply?
Eligible candidates can apply online for the RIMC entrance exam from September 1 to September 30, 2026 (by 5:00 PM). The examination fee must also be submitted by this date.
Candidates unable to apply during the regular period will have the opportunity to apply with a late fee. Applications with a late fee can be submitted from October 1 to October 7, 2026.
The entrance exam will be conducted on December 6, 2026, in 39 cities across the country using a pen-and-paper format. Before applying, candidates must read the detailed information brochure available on the official website of the National Testing Agency (NTA).
What is the eligible age range for candidates?
This entrance exam is conducted for admission to Class 8. Candidates must fall within the prescribed age limit as of July 1, 2027.
Minimum age: 12 years 6 months
Maximum age: 14 years
In other words, as of July 1, 2027, the candidate's age must be at least 12 years 6 months or more than 14 years.
What is the exam pattern?
The entrance exam will be pen-and-paper based. It will include questions on Mathematics, English, and General Knowledge. The format of questions will vary by subject:
Mathematics: Descriptive answers will be required.
English: Descriptive answers will be required.
General Knowledge: Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) will be asked.
Therefore, candidates should not limit their preparation to objective-type questions alone; practicing written answers for Mathematics and English is also essential.
What is the application fee?
The application fee varies based on the candidate's category.
Category Examination Fee
General ₹1,000
Children of Defence Personnel and Ex-servicemen ₹1,000
Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) ₹1,000
Scheduled Castes ₹750
Scheduled Tribes ₹750
Late Fee: Candidates applying after the regular deadline will be required to pay a late fee of ₹500 in addition to the prescribed examination fee.
Where and how to apply?
Candidates must apply only through the official website of the National Testing Agency within the stipulated timeframe. The examination fee can be paid online. Available payment modes include:
Credit Card
Debit Card
Net Banking
UPI
The National Testing Agency has advised candidates to regularly check its official website for new information and further updates regarding the entrance examination.
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