RIMC Entrance Examination (RIMCEE-2026) for admission to Class VIII for the July 2027 term. Check the official exam date, application last date, eligibility, fee, paper pattern and complete syllabus.
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+91-95301-18000The following details are based on the RIMCEE-2026 examination information supplied for this page, including the official syllabus pages and NTA exam notice.
06 December 2026 (Sunday)
Pen paper based test
Descriptive Mathematics & English and MCQs in General Knowledge.
39 cities across India, as mentioned in the Information Bulletin.
For admission to Class VIII for the July 2027 term.
Candidate should be not less than 12½ years and not more than 14 years on 01 July 2027.
Important dates for the RIMCEE-2026 application and examination.
| Event | Date / Details |
|---|---|
| Online Submission of Application Form | 01 September 2026 to 30 September 2026, up to 05:00 PM |
| Last Date for Application Form | 30 September 2026, up to 05:00 PM |
| Last Date of Successful Fee Transaction | 30 September 2026, up to 11:50 PM |
| Late Application & Late Fee Window | 01 October 2026 to 07 October 2026, up to 05:00 PM |
| Last Date for Submission of Late Fee | 07 October 2026, up to 11:50 PM |
| RIMC December 2026 Exam Date | 06 December 2026 (Sunday) |
Check the official eligibility and fee details before applying.
Examination fee can be paid online through Credit Card / Debit Card / Net-Banking / UPI.
The RIMCEE-2026 application is submitted online through the official NTA portal.
Use the official RIMCEE-2026 online application link and read the Information Bulletin carefully.
Enter the candidate's required details accurately as instructed in the official application process.
Pay the applicable examination fee online using Credit Card, Debit Card, Net-Banking or UPI.
Complete the application and successful fee transaction within the prescribed date and time.
Mathematics is a descriptive, pen-and-paper written examination in Stage-I. The broader syllabus covers Arithmetic, Algebra, Basic Operations, Geometry and Mensuration.
| Sr. No. | Mathematics Topic | Sr. No. | Mathematics Topic |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Natural Numbers | 25 | Operation on Numbers |
| 2 | LCM and HCF | 26 | Temperature |
| 3 | Unitary Method | 27 | Arranging of Fractions |
| 4 | Fractions | 28 | Indian & International System of Numerals |
| 5 | Profit and Loss | 29 | Large Numbers in Practice - Conversion in Measuring Units |
| 6 | Ratio and Proportion | 30 | Properties of Whole Numbers |
| 7 | Simplification | 31 | Prime & Composite Numbers |
| 8 | Average | 32 | Divisibility Tests |
| 9 | Percentage | 33 | Point, Line Segment, Line, Intersecting Lines, Parallel Lines, Ray, Curves, Polygons, Angles |
| 10 | Area and Perimeter | 34 | Types of Angles; Classification of Triangles - Sidewise, Anglewise; Polygons |
| 11 | Simple Interest | 35 | Properties of Integers; Addition & Subtraction of Integers |
| 12 | Lines and Angles | 36 | Fraction on Number Line; Proper, Improper & Mixed Fractions |
| 13 | Complementary and Supplementary Angles | 37 | Equivalent Fractions; Simplest Form; Like Fractions; Comparing, Addition & Subtraction of Fractions |
| 14 | Conversion of Units | 38 | Comparing Decimals; Decimal Addition & Subtraction |
| 15 | Roman Numerals | 39 | Recording & Organization of Data; Pictograph & its Interpretation |
| 16 | Types of Angles | 40 | Perimeter & Area of Square, Rectangle, Parallelogram, Triangle; Arc Length / Circumference |
| 17 | Circle | 41 | Patterns in Mathematics |
| 18 | Volume of Cube and Cuboids | 42 | Rational |
| 19 | Prime and Composite Numbers | 43 | Real numbers fundamental operation (Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) |
| 20 | Plane Figures | 44 | Test of divisibility by 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9 and 11 |
| 21 | Decimal Numbers | 45 | Brackets and removal Brackets; Changing of units |
| 22 | Speed and Time | 46 | Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division; Simple Factors; simple problems based on A2-B2; split the Middle Term; simple linear equation of one variable and application; exponents and indices; simple formula-based problems |
| 23 | Time and work | 47 | Area of figures which can be split up into figures (field book); Volume and surface area of cube and cuboids, etc. |
| 24 | Simple problems of time and distance | 48 | Temperature |
English is a descriptive, pen-and-paper written examination in Stage-I.
| Sr. No. | English Topic | Sr. No. | English Topic |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Comprehension Passage | 19 | Idioms and Phrases |
| 2 | Preposition | 20 | Collective Nouns |
| 3 | Article | 21 | Number |
| 4 | Vocabulary | 22 | Gender |
| 5 | Verbs and Type | 23 | Adverbs |
| 6 | Confusing Words | 24 | Rhyming Words |
| 7 | Question Tags | 25 | Singular/Plural |
| 8 | Types of Sentence | 26 | Subject & Predicate |
| 9 | Tense forms | 27 | Conjunctions |
| 10 | Kinds of Nouns | 28 | Poem |
| 11 | Kinds of Pronouns | 29 | Composition |
| 12 | Correct Spelling | 30 | Picture writing |
| 13 | Ordering of words in sentence | 31 | Letter (Formal, Informal) |
| 14 | Sentence Formation | 32 | Direct |
| 15 | Antonyms | 33 | Indirect speech |
| 16 | Synonyms | 34 | Use of Articles |
| 17 | Adjectives | 35 | Homophones |
| 18 | Interjection |
General Knowledge is an objective-type (multiple choice questions) examination in Stage-I.
| Sr. No. | General Knowledge Topic | Sr. No. | General Knowledge Topic |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | National Symbols of India | 20 | Sports and Games (India & World); renowned personalities, major competitions and trophies associated with various games |
| 2 | Application of Science in daily life | 21 | Relationship between Animals and Human Beings |
| 3 | Major inventions and Nobel prizes | 22 | Taste and Digestion (Basic concepts) |
| 4 | Icons and Symbols of India: National Insignia, National Emblem, Sport, Bird, Animal etc. (Elementary awareness of such symbols) | 23 | Cooking and Preserving Techniques |
| 5 | States of India: Capitals, languages, climatic conditions, lifestyle, culture and heritage | 24 | Germination and Seed Dispersal |
| 6 | Renowned personalities in the fields of art, music, dance, sports, literature, etc. | 25 | Experiment with Water on Everyday Life |
| 7 | Major Religions of India (elementary awareness about founder, place of origin, religious books and important ideas) | 26 | Water Pollution and Microbial Diseases |
| 8 | Defence: Equivalent Ranks in three services, Weapons, Aircraft, Missiles & Warships (Elementary awareness) | 27 | Concepts on Mountain Terrain and Lifestyle |
| 9 | Traditional Water Harvesting Techniques | 28 | Shape of Earth and Gravitation (Basic concepts) |
| 10 | Conservation of Nature | 29 | Non-Renewable Energy Sources (Fossil Fuels) |
| 11 | Solar System and Our Earth | 30 | Food, Culture, Habitat, Languages etc. of various regions (Basic concepts) |
| 12 | Environmental Issues – Ozone depletion, Pollution etc. | 31 | Names of young ones of different animals |
| 13 | Historical Monuments of India | 32 | Functions of Body Parts of Plants and Animals |
| 14 | International Organizations: Basic knowledge about structure, functioning and objectives of United Nations, World Bank etc. | 33 | Indian Literary and Cultural Personalities: Names and fields of achievements |
| 15 | Natural Calamities: Floods, earthquakes, tsunamis, cyclones, etc. | 34 | Indian Literary and Cultural Awards (Names of the awards and recent recipients) |
| 16 | Famous Books and Authors | 35 | Evaporation, Condensation and Water Cycle (Basic concepts) |
| 17 | Current Affairs | 36 | Life of Farmers (Farming techniques) |
| 18 | Different Types of Scientific Devices Used in Daily Life | 37 | Tribal Communities and Forest Produce |
| 19 | Art and Culture (Music, Classical and Folk Dance); renowned personalities, instrumental and vocal music, major dance forms |
The supplied NTA examination notice specifies the following paper pattern.
Descriptive examination, pen-and-paper based written test in Stage-I.
Descriptive examination, pen-and-paper based written test in Stage-I.
Objective Type / MCQs in Stage-I.
Use the official NTA portal for the application and examination updates.
Candidates desirous of appearing in RIMCEE-2026 are advised to apply online only through the official NTA website within the prescribed timelines.
Open RIMC 2026 ApplicationHelpline: 011-40759000 / 011-69227700
Email: rimc@nta.gov.in
Official RIMCEE Website: exams.nta.nic.in/RIMCEE/
Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official NTA website for the latest updates regarding the examination.
Use the official syllabus as the foundation for a structured preparation plan.
Work systematically through the Mathematics, English and General Knowledge topics listed in the RIMCEE syllabus.
Build written-answer accuracy and presentation for Mathematics and English.
Revise science, social sciences, current affairs, India, defence, culture and other listed GK areas.
Use timed practice, revision and error analysis to improve examination readiness.
Watch the Asian Defence Academy video for an explanation of the RIMCEE-2026 examination and application process.
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Important questions answered from the supplied RIMCEE-2026 examination information.
The RIMCEE-2026 examination is scheduled for 06 December 2026 (Sunday).
The online application can be submitted from 01 September 2026 to 30 September 2026 up to 05:00 PM. Successful fee transaction is allowed up to 11:50 PM on 30 September 2026.
Yes. The late application window is 01 October 2026 to 07 October 2026 up to 05:00 PM, with a late fee of ₹500. The last date for the late-fee transaction is 07 October 2026 up to 11:50 PM.
For admission in the July 2027 term, the candidate should be not less than 12½ years and not more than 14 years on 01 July 2027.
The supplied examination notice specifies eligibility for admission to Class VIII.
Mathematics and English are descriptive pen-and-paper written examinations, while General Knowledge is objective type / MCQs in Stage-I.
The supplied NTA notice states that the examination will be conducted in 39 cities across India, as mentioned in the Information Bulletin.
₹1,000 for General / Wards of Defence Personnel / Ex-servicemen / OBC (NCL), ₹750 for SC/ST, plus a ₹500 late fee where applicable.
Applications should be submitted through the official NTA RIMCEE-2026 online application portal linked on this page.
For the December 2026 RIMCEE examination, submit the online application within the prescribed timeline and prepare according to the official syllabus.
Important: The exam date, application schedule, fee, eligibility, paper pattern and syllabus on this page have been updated from the RIMCEE-2026 examination information supplied for this page. Candidates should always treat the latest official NTA/RIMC Information Bulletin and notification as final in case of any subsequent update.
