Dehradun Military Academy (DMA) offers RIMC coaching in Dehradun for children who want to join the Rashtriya Indian Military College in Class 8. RIMC, founded in 1922, is one of India’s oldest military schools, and many of its cadets go on to try for the National Defence Academy. Getting in needs a strong written exam, a confident interview and a medical check.
We know your child is still young. That is why our classes are patient, small and well planned. Children learn Mathematics, English and General Knowledge step by step, practise speaking with confidence, and stay active through age-appropriate fitness and sports. Parents receive a progress report every month, so you always know how your child is doing.
The RIMC entrance is competitive, and most children have never sat for an exam like it. At DMA, students preparing for RIMC practise in the same format as the real papers, with weekly and monthly mock tests and regular doubt sessions. Each batch has about 40 students, so teachers notice when a child is stuck. Mentors who have worked as SSB assessors guide children for the viva-voce, and a monthly progress report keeps parents involved at every stage.
Our approach has three parts. First, written preparation: clear concepts in Mathematics, careful writing practice in English, and steady General Knowledge revision. Second, personality and interview practice, so children learn to answer questions calmly and speak in full sentences. Third, a daily routine with study hours, physical activity and sports suited to their age. Retired defence officers visit for motivational talks, which help children understand what life at a military college is really like.
Share your child’s details below and our counsellor will call you to explain the RIMC preparation programme and answer your questions.
Dehradun Military Academy is a defence-exam preparation institute led by Director Mr. Sandeep Tamta, with a city office on Ring Road, Dehradun and a residential campus near Mall Road, Mussoorie. Children preparing for RIMC get notes, practice papers, weekly and monthly mock tests and regular doubt sessions. Mentors include DIPR-qualified, retired ex-SSB assessors, and retired defence officers give guest lectures. The campus has a library, IT and science labs, a GTO ground and more than 10 sports academies, including boxing, fencing, shooting, table tennis, athletics and yoga. Separate hostels for boys and girls are looked after by ex-army male and female wardens, with 24×7 CCTV, an in-house nurse and a hospital tie-up. Students can also revise on our app, “DMA: Defence Exam Preparation”.
Young children learn best when they feel supported. At DMA, each topic is taught in simple steps and then practised through worksheets and practice papers. Weekly and monthly mock tests show where a child needs more help, and regular doubt sessions give them time to ask questions without hesitation. Mentors help children prepare for the viva-voce by practising how to introduce themselves, talk about their interests and answer general questions. Children can also revise on our e-learning app, “DMA: Defence Exam Preparation”. Every month, parents receive a progress report covering test scores, strengths and areas that need attention.
Parents choose DMA because it offers focused preparation in a safe and caring setting. Batches have about 40 students, so teachers can follow each child’s progress. Mentors include DIPR-qualified, retired ex-SSB assessors who understand how interviews work, and retired defence officers give talks that inspire children. The residential campus near Mall Road, Mussoorie has separate hostels for boys and girls, ex-army male and female wardens, 24×7 CCTV, an in-house nurse and a hospital tie-up. With more than 10 sports academies, a library and labs, children study well and also stay active. We do not promise selection, but we make sure your child is fully prepared.
RIMC looks for children who are curious, disciplined and confident, not just good at exams. Our RIMC coaching in Dehradun helps children build these habits gently. A fixed daily routine teaches time management. Morning fitness and evening sports are part of every day. Short speaking exercises, reading and discussion help shy children find their voice before the viva-voce. The routine is meant to help children practise being organised, independent and confident.
Fees depend on the course, class and hostel option; our counsellor shares the current fee structure with you.
A balanced plan for young RIMC aspirants: written exam preparation, viva-voce practice, all-round growth and caring hostel life.
Written Exam Preparation for RIMC
Step-by-step classes in Mathematics, English and General Knowledge, with notes, practice papers and regular mock tests in the exam pattern.
Viva-voce (Interview) Preparation
Mock interviews, speaking practice and general awareness sessions guided by mentors who have served as SSB assessors, so children answer calmly and clearly.
All-round Development
Age-appropriate daily fitness, 10+ sports academies on campus, yoga, the library and labs help children grow healthy, curious and confident.
Doubt Sessions for Better Understanding
Regular doubt sessions give every child a chance to ask questions and fix weak topics before the next test.
Safe Hostel and Mess for Young Students
Separate hostels for boys and girls under the care of ex-army male and female wardens, with 24×7 CCTV, an in-house nurse, a hospital tie-up and a mess with a fixed weekly meal plan.
Get complete details of our courses, campus and hostel facilities in one place.
The Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC) in Dehradun was founded in 1922. Today it is a military school that admits children in Class 8 and aims to prepare them for a career as officers, with many cadets going on to try for the National Defence Academy. Girls have also been admitted since 2022. Admission is through a written entrance exam, a viva-voce and a medical examination.
As per the latest notice, the RIMC entrance exam for the July 2027 term is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) as a pen-and-paper test; earlier cycles were conducted through the state governments. Exam dates and registration status change every cycle, so please verify them in the latest NTA/RIMC notice.
| Paper | Marks | Notes |
| Mathematics | 200 | Class 7–8 level concepts and problem solving |
| English | 125 | Writing, comprehension and grammar |
| General Knowledge | 75 | Science, social studies and current affairs |
| Viva-voce | 50 | Only for children who qualify the written exam |
A child must reach the qualifying marks in each written paper (50% per paper as per the latest notice) to be called for the viva-voce. After the viva-voce comes the medical examination, and the final merit list depends on the vacancies available.
Cadets at RIMC study up to Class 12 under the CBSE board and the college aims to prepare them for the NDA exam alongside school; selection to NDA is decided by that exam. For many families, it is an early start towards a career as an officer in the armed forces.
The exact syllabus and paper format are given in the official information bulletin, so please read it carefully.
Throughout the year, parents receive a monthly progress report, so they can see how their child is improving in each paper.
Always check the official notification at rimc.edu.in and the NTA RIMC page for the latest dates, eligibility and exam details.
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Admission through the RIMC entrance exam is to Class 8 only. Your child should be studying in Class 7 or have passed Class 7 from a recognised school at the time of applying, and must also fall within the age window for that term.
As per the latest notice, for the July 2027 term the child must be 12½ to 14 years old on 1 July 2027. The age rule changed recently and earlier terms used a different window, so please check the NTA/RIMC notice for the term your child is applying to.
Yes. Girls have been admitted to RIMC since 2022, and they take the same written exam, viva-voce and medical examination as boys. At DMA, girls preparing for RIMC stay in a separate girls’ hostel looked after by female ex-army wardens, with 24×7 CCTV on campus.
As per the latest notice, the exam for the July 2027 term is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA); earlier cycles were conducted through state governments. Dates and registration status change every cycle, so please verify them in the latest NTA/RIMC notice.
The written exam has three papers: Mathematics (200 marks), English (125 marks) and General Knowledge (75 marks). A child must get the qualifying marks in each paper (50% per paper as per the notice) to reach the viva-voce, which carries 50 marks. A medical examination follows.
RIMC admits students twice a year, for the January and July terms, and the entrance exam has usually been held in June and December. Dates can change, so please follow the official NTA/RIMC notice for each cycle. Our counsellor can also help you understand which term suits your child’s age.
We hold mock interviews and speaking practice with mentors who include retired ex-SSB assessors. Children learn to introduce themselves, talk about their school and hobbies, and answer general awareness questions calmly. Group discussions and reading habits help shy children become more confident over time.
Yes, safety comes first. Boys and girls stay in separate hostels under the care of ex-army male and female wardens, with 24×7 CCTV on campus. An in-house nurse and a hospital tie-up take care of health, and the mess follows a fixed weekly meal plan that you can see on this page.
Fees depend on the course, your child’s class and the hostel option you choose. Our counsellor shares the current fee structure with you on call or WhatsApp. You can call Ms. Satvika Singh Choudhary on 92596 80798, or see our fee structure page.
Fill in the online registration form, and a counsellor will call you. Your child then takes a short written entrance test, followed by an interview. After documents are submitted, the seat is confirmed. For any help, call our counsellors Ms. Lalita Jatav (79832 05409) or Mrs. Divya Harjeet (82658 81135).
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