RIMC Entrance Exam 2026 –The Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC), Dehradun has announced the entrance examination for admission to Class VIII for the January 2027 term. Both boys and girls can apply. The written exam will be held on Sunday, 07 June 2026 across selected centres in India.
RIMC Entrance Exam 2026 -Who Can Apply? (Eligibility)
- Age: Candidates must be between 11½ and 13 years as on 01 January 2027.
→ Born on or after 02 January 2014 and not later than 01 July 2015. - Education: Must be studying in Class VII or have passed Class VII from a recognised school by 01 January 2027.
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RIMC Admission 2026 – Exam Pattern
The written examination consists of three papers:
| Subject | Marks | Time | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 200 | 0930–1100 hrs | Hindi or English |
| General Knowledge | 75 | 1200–1300 hrs | Hindi or English |
| English | 125 | 1430–1630 hrs | English only |
- Total Written Marks: 400
- Viva-Voce: 50 marks (only for candidates who qualify the written exam)
- Grand Total: 450 marks
After the written exam, shortlisted candidates will appear for Viva-Voce (to test intelligence, personality and communication skills) followed by a Medical Examination at military hospitals.
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RIMC Entrance Exam 2026-Important Dates
- Last date to submit application to State Government: 05 April 2026
- Written Exam: 07 June 2026
- Viva-Voce & Medical: Dates will be announced later
- Results: Uploaded on https://rimc.edu.in
RIMC Entrance Exam 2026 -How to Get the Application Form
You can obtain the Prospectus-cum-Application Form + Old Question Papers by:
- Online: Pay ₹600 (General) or ₹555 (SC/ST) on the official website https://rimc.edu.in
- By Post: Send a Demand Draft of the same amount in favour of “THE COMMANDANT RIMC FUND” (HDFC Bank, Ballupur Chowk, Dehradun) along with a written request.
Note: Only original RIMC forms with hologram are valid. Applications must be sent to your State Government (not directly to RIMC) by 05 April 2026.
RIMC Admission 2026 Notification out -Documents Required (in duplicate)
- Birth Certificate (Municipal/Gram Panchayat)
- Domicile Certificate
- SC/ST Certificate (if applicable)
- School Certificate (from current Principal with photo)
- Photocopy of Aadhaar Card (both sides) – mandatory
- Two passport-size photographs
Annual Fee (First Year)
- General Category: ₹1,48,650 (including ₹50,000 security deposit)
- SC/ST Category: ₹1,31,850 (including ₹50,000 security deposit)
Security deposit is refunded when the cadet leaves the college.
RIMC Entrance Exam 2026 -Official Sources
- RIMC Website: https://rimc.edu.in
- Full notification & press release are available on the website.
RIMC Entrance Exam 2026 -Official Sources
Here are top 10 faqs on RIMC Admission 2026
1. What is the date of the RIMC Entrance Examination for the Jan 2027 term?
The written examination will be held on 07 June 2026 (Sunday).
2. What is the age eligibility for a candidate?
A candidate must be between 11½ and 13 years of age as of 01 January 2027. This means they should not be born earlier than 02 January 2014 and not later than 01 July 2015.
3. What is the educational qualification required?
The candidate should either be studying in Class VII or have passed Class VII from a recognized school at the time of admission, i.e., on 01 January 2027.
4. What is the examination pattern and maximum marks?
The examination consists of a written test and a viva-voce. The subjects and maximum marks are:
- Mathematics: 200 Marks
- English: 125 Marks
- General Knowledge: 75 Marks
- Viva-Voce: 50 Marks (only for candidates who qualify in the written exam)
- Total: 450 Marks
5. How can I obtain the application form and prospectus?
The Prospectus-cum-Application Form can be obtained from RIMC, Dehradun in two ways:
- Online: By making an online payment of Rs. 600/- (General) or Rs. 555/- (SC/ST) on the RIMC website (https://rimc.edu.in). The form will be dispatched by Speed Post.
- By Demand Draft: By sending a written request with a Demand Draft of Rs. 600/- (General) or Rs. 555/- (SC/ST) drawn in favor of “THE COMMANDANT RIMC FUND” to the RIMC address.
6. What is the last date to submit the application form?
The application form must reach the respective State Government (not RIMC, Dehradun) by 05 April 2026.
7. What are the mandatory documents to be attached with the application?
The mandatory documents include:
- Birth Certificate (from Municipal Corporation/Gram Panchayat)
- Domicile Certificate
- SC/ST Certificate (if applicable)
- A certificate from the Principal of the current school (original)
- Photocopy of Aadhar Card (both sides) — this is mandatory.
- Two passport-size photographs
8. Where should the application form be sent?
The application form must be sent to the respective State Government (as mentioned in the Guidelines to Admission). It should not be sent to Rashtriya Indian Military College, Dehradun.
9. What is the fee structure for the first year?
The annual fees for the first year are:
- General Candidates: ₹98,650/- plus a refundable deposit of ₹50,000/- (Total ₹1,48,650/-).
- SC/ST Candidates: ₹81,850/- plus a refundable deposit of ₹50,000/- (Total ₹1,31,850/-).
10. How will I know the result and what about the medical examination?
- Result: The result will be uploaded on the official RIMC website: https://rimc.edu.in. Candidates are responsible for checking it regularly.
- Medical Examination: Only candidates finally selected after the viva-voce will undergo a medical examination at selected Military Hospitals. Selection is confirmed only after being found medically fit and receiving Joining Instructions.
