RIMC Entrance Exam (RIMCEE) 2026 for Class VIII

The National Testing Agency (NTA), in collaboration with Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC), Dehradun, has released the notification for the RIMC Entrance Examination (RIMCEE) – 2026. This recruitment-like admission process is for students seeking entry into Class VIII for the July 2027 term. Candidates who meet the prescribed age and education eligibility can apply online through the official NTA portal.

For RIMCEE 2026, the online application window will remain open from September 1, 2026 to September 30, 2026 (up to 5:00 PM). A late submission window is also available from October 1, 2026 to October 7, 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) with an additional late fee. Applications are accepted online, and selection is based on a three-stage process: a Stage-I written examination, followed by a Stage-II viva voce (interview), and finally a Stage-III medical examination.

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

The notification is for admission to Class VIII at Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC), Dehradun. The total number of seats/vacancies is not specified in the provided information.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must be studying in Class VII or must have passed Class VII from a recognized school at the time of admission.

Age Limit

For the July 2027 term, the candidate’s age must be not less than 12 1/2 years and not more than 14 years as on July 1, 2027. The eligible date of birth range is July 2, 2013 to January 1, 2015 (both dates inclusive).

Application Fee

Payment is to be made online using available methods such as Credit/Debit Cards, Net Banking, or UPI.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official NTA RIMCEE portal: https://exams.nta.nic.in/RIMCEE/.
2. Read the Information Bulletin carefully to confirm that you meet the eligibility requirements.
3. Click the Online Application Form link.
4. Register using your own Email ID and Mobile Number. Note down the system-generated Registration Number.
5. Fill in all required details in the online application form.
6. Upload the scanned images of the required documents (including photograph, signature, and left-hand thumb impression, as specified in the bulletin).
7. Pay the application fee online using Net Banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card.
8. Re-check all details before final submission.
9. Download and print the Confirmation Page for future reference.

Salary & Pay Scale

No salary or pay scale is applicable for this admission-based entrance examination. The notification only specifies application fees for the exam.

Selection Process

Selection for RIMCEE-2026 is conducted in three stages. In Stage-I, candidates appear for a written examination on December 6, 2026. Candidates who qualify in the written exam are then called for Stage-II, a viva voce (interview) conducted by a selection board at the candidate’s state/domicile. The interview requires candidates to secure 50% marks. Finally, Stage-III is a medical examination for candidates included in the medical call-up list; it is conducted at selected Military Hospitals, and only medically fit candidates are considered for final selection as per prescribed standards.

Candidates who are eligible for RIMC admission to Class VIII should complete their online application on or before September 30, 2026 (the last date without late fee) to avoid missing the opportunity.