RIMC Admission 2026 is the process to get admission into Class 8 at the Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC), Dehradun, through the RIMC Entrance Exam. The exam is held twice a year — in June and December — for admission in the January and July terms. The 07 June 2026 exam (for the January 2027 term) is now over; the next RIMC Entrance Exam is in December 2026 (for the July 2027 term), for which dates will be notified at rimc.edu.in. On this page you get complete details of RIMC Admission — eligibility, exam dates, application form, admit card, exam pattern, result, fees, and preparation.
Latest – The RIMC Entrance Exam was held on 07 June 2026 for the Jan 2027 term. The December 2026 exam notification (for the July 2027 term) is awaited at rimc.edu.in. Check the RIMC Application Form details here.
RIMC Admission 2026
The Rashtriya Indian Military College (also called Rashtriya Bhartiya Sainya College) is a Category ‘A’ Training Establishment of the Ministry of Defence, established in 1922 in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. It admits students to Class 8, and both boys and girls are eligible. RIMC prepares cadets for entry into the National Defence Academy (NDA) and a career in the armed forces.
RIMC Entrance Exam 2026 – Important Dates
The key dates of the latest (June 2026) and upcoming (December 2026) RIMC Entrance Exam cycles are below. Always confirm the latest schedule at rimc.edu.in.
| Event | June 2026 Exam (Jan 2027 term) | December 2026 Exam (Jul 2027 term) |
|---|---|---|
| Notification released | 09 Feb 2026 | To be announced |
| Application last date (to State Govt) | 15 Apr 2026 (extended from 05 Apr) | To be announced |
| Admit card | First week of May 2026 | To be announced |
| Written exam | 07 June 2026 (Sunday) | December 2026 (to be announced) |
| Viva-voce & Medical | Intimated to qualified candidates | To be announced |
| Result | At rimc.edu.in | To be announced |
RIMC Admission – Overview
| Name of Exam | RIMC Entrance Exam |
| Full Form of RIMC | Rashtriya Indian Military College |
| Conducted By | Rashtriya Indian Military College, Dehradun (Ministry of Defence) |
| Admission To | Class 8 (Class VIII) |
| Eligible | Boys and Girls |
| Frequency | Twice a year (June & December) |
| Admission Terms | January and July |
| Selection | Written Exam + Viva-voce + Medical Exam |
| Total Seats | 36 (across States/UTs each cycle) |
| Official Website | rimc.edu.in |
RIMC Admission Eligibility Criteria
- Class: The candidate must be studying in Class VII, or have passed Class VII, from a recognised school at the time of admission.
- Age: Between 11½ and 13 years on the admission date. For the June 2026 exam (Jan 2027 term), candidates had to be born between 02 January 2014 and 01 July 2015 (both inclusive). The age window shifts for each cycle. No change of date of birth is entertained later.
- Gender: Both boys and girls are eligible to apply.
RIMC Entrance Exam Pattern
The RIMC written examination is of 450 marks across three subjects, followed by a viva-voce for those who qualify. Maths and General Knowledge papers may be answered in Hindi or English. A candidate must score at least 50% in each subject to qualify.
| Subject | Marks | Timing |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 200 | 0930 – 1100 hrs |
| General Knowledge | 75 | 1200 – 1300 hrs |
| English | 125 | 1430 – 1630 hrs |
| Viva-voce (for written-qualified) | 50 | Intimated later |
| Total | 450 |
RIMC Selection Process
- Written Examination – Maths, General Knowledge and English (450 marks with viva).
- Viva-voce (50 marks) – held only for candidates who qualify the written exam; tests intelligence, personality and communication.
- Medical Examination – conducted at a Military Hospital; only medically fit candidates are selected. Final selection is confirmed only when Joining Instructions are issued.
RIMC Application Form
RIMC issues a Prospectus-cum-Application Form (along with a booklet of old question papers) at a cost of Rs 600 for General and Rs 555 for SC/ST candidates. You can obtain it via online payment on rimc.edu.in or by demand draft, then submit the completed form in duplicate to your State Government before the last date. Full steps and documents are on the RIMC Application Form page.
RIMC Admit Card
The RIMC admit card is issued by the respective State Government / SCERT, since applications are processed by the states, and updates are posted at rimc.edu.in. Carry the admit card with a valid photo ID to the exam centre. See the RIMC Admit Card page for details.
RIMC Result and Merit List
The written result is published at rimc.edu.in as State-wise and All-India merit lists, separately for boys and girls, usually a few weeks after the exam. Qualified candidates then appear for the viva-voce and medical examination. Check the RIMC Result page for how to check and what comes next.
RIMC Fees
| Category | Annual Fee | Security Deposit (one-time) | First-Year Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | Rs 98,650 | Rs 50,000 | Rs 1,48,650 |
| SC/ST | Rs 81,850 | Rs 50,000 | Rs 1,31,850 |
The one-time security deposit is refunded when the cadet graduates from the College. The application/prospectus fee (Rs 600 / Rs 555) is separate and non-refundable.
How to Prepare for RIMC Entrance Exam
Practising RIMC previous year question papers is the best way to understand the level and pattern of the Maths, English and General Knowledge papers. Focus on strong fundamentals in mathematics, English grammar and comprehension, and current affairs / general awareness, and take timed practice tests to build speed and accuracy.
RIMC Admission 2026 – FAQs
When is the RIMC Entrance Exam 2026?
The June 2026 RIMC Entrance Exam was held on 07 June 2026 (for the January 2027 term). The next exam is in December 2026 (for the July 2027 term); its dates will be notified at rimc.edu.in.
What is the eligibility for RIMC admission?
The candidate must be studying in (or have passed) Class VII and be aged 11½ to 13 years on the admission date. Both boys and girls can apply.
Can girls apply for RIMC?
Yes. Both boys and girls are eligible to apply for admission to Class 8 at RIMC, Dehradun.
What is the RIMC exam pattern?
The written exam has Mathematics (200), General Knowledge (75) and English (125) — 400 marks — plus a 50-mark viva-voce for those who qualify, taking the total to 450. A candidate must score at least 50% in each subject.
What is the official website of RIMC?
The official website of the Rashtriya Indian Military College is rimc.edu.in, where notifications, results and merit lists are published. If you have any queries on RIMC Admission 2026, please ask in the comments below — and if this page helped you, do share it with your friends!