Rashtriya Military Schools (RMS) are prestigious residential public schools in India, established to provide high-quality education and prepare young boys for a career in the Indian Armed Forces.
The first such school, known as King George Royal Indian Military College (KGRIMC), was founded in 1925 at Jalandhar (later moved to Chail after partition).
Initially, these schools were set up to train sons of defence personnel for entry into the Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst (UK).
After independence, these institutions were restructured and renamed as Rashtriya Military Schools, opening admission to civilians as well.
Today, they function under the control of the Directorate General of Military Training, Ministry of Defence, Government of India.
These schools are affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and are among the top residential schools providing military-oriented education.
Key Milestones of Rashtriya Military Schools
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 1925 | Establishment of King George Royal Indian Military College at Jalandhar (Punjab). |
| 1947 | After partition, KGRIMC shifted to Chail (Himachal Pradesh). |
| 1952 | Schools renamed as King George’s Schools. |
| 1966 | Schools renamed as Military Schools. |
| 2007 | Military Schools officially renamed as Rashtriya Military Schools (RMS) to reflect their national character. |
| Present | RMS operates 5 major schools across India with a strong focus on NDA and defence services preparation. |
All Rashtriya Military Schools in India
| S. No. | Name of the School | Location | State | Year of Establishment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Rashtriya Military School Chail | Chail | Himachal Pradesh | 1922 |
| 2. | Rashtriya Military School Ajmer | Ajmer | Rajasthan | 1930 |
| 3. | Rashtriya Military School Belgaum | Belagavi (Belgaum) | Karnataka | 1945 |
| 4. | Rashtriya Military School Bengaluru | Bengaluru | Karnataka | 1946 |
| 5. | Rashtriya Military School Dholpur | Dholpur | Rajasthan | 1962 |
Objective:
The aim of RMS is to provide:
Holistic education with a focus on character-building and leadership
Preparation for Defence Services and NDA
All-round development through academics, sports, discipline, and military training
Classes Offered:
Class 6 to Class 12
Admission is open for:
Class 6
Class 9
Admission Process Class 6th:
Eligibility: Boys aged between 10–12 years as on 31 March of the admission year
Educational Qualification: Studying in Class 5
Entrance Exam: Common Entrance Test (CET)
Subjects:
Intelligence
Mathematics
General Knowledge
English
Admission Process Class 9th:
Eligibility: Boys aged between 13–15 years
Educational Qualification: Studying in Class 8
Subjects:
English
Hindi
Social Science
Science
Mathematics
Selection Process:
Written Exam (CET) – Objective-type questions
Interview
Medical Fitness Test
Important Dates:
| Event | Timeline (Expected) |
|---|---|
| Application Begins | September–October |
| Last Date to Apply | November |
| Admit Card Release | December |
| CET Exam Date | December/January |
| Interview & Medical | February–March |
| Final Result | April |
Affiliation:
All RMS are affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
Medium of Instruction:
English (from Class 6 onwards)
Who Can Apply?
Only boys are eligible as of 2025
Admission is strictly based on merit
Competition Level:
70,000–80,000 students apply every year for about 350–400 seats across 5 RMS
Highly competitive and prestigious
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Why Choose RMS?
Strong Defence Environment
Discipline & Personality Development
High NDA Selection Rate
Excellent Hostel & Academic Facilities
National-Level Sports Training
