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RMS CET 2026: NTA Revises Class 9 Social Science Syllabus, Exam on 13 December
· Source: Amar Ujala
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has revised the Class 9 Social Science syllabus for the Rashtriya Military School Common Entrance Examination (RMS CET 2026). The entrance examination will be conducted on 13 December 2026.
RMS CET 2026 Syllabus Revision Announced
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has revised the Class 9 Social Science syllabus for the Rashtriya Military School Common Entrance Examination (RMS CET 2026). Candidates appearing for the exam can download the revised syllabus PDF from the official website exams.nta.nic.in/rmscet. NTA has clarified that no changes have been made to the syllabus of any other subject. The exam is conducted for admission to Class 6 and Class 9 for the academic session 2027-28.
Important Dates and Selection Process
According to NTA, the RMS CET 2026 for Class 9 will be held on 13 December 2026. Candidates who qualify and are shortlisted in the written examination will have to appear for a medical examination and an interview. The final selection will be made only after the medical test and interview process are completed.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| RMS CET 2026 Class 9 Exam Date | 13 December 2026 |
Participating Rashtriya Military Schools
Admission will be granted across five Rashtriya Military Schools in the country:
- Chail, Himachal Pradesh
- Ajmer, Rajasthan
- Dholpur, Rajasthan
- Belgaum, Karnataka
- Bengaluru, Karnataka
Revised Class 9 Social Science Syllabus Details
The revised syllabus includes chapters based on NCERT's book 'Exploring Society: India and Beyond' (Part 1 and Part 2). The chapter-wise breakdown is given below:
| Part & Unit Code | Unit Name | Chapters Included |
|---|---|---|
| Part 1 - Unit A | India and the World: Land and People | Natural Resources and Their Utilisation |
| Part 1 - Unit B | Tapestry of the Past | Reorganisation of India's Political Map; Rise of the Marathas; Colonial Period in India |
| Part 1 - Unit C | Governance and Democracy | Universal Franchise and India's Electoral System; Parliamentary System: Legislature and Executive |
| Part 1 - Unit D | Economic Life Around Us | Factors of Production |
| Part 2 - Unit A | India and the World: Land and People | World Geography: Some Glimpses |
| Part 2 - Unit B | Tapestry of the Past | India's Long Journey to Freedom |
| Part 2 - Unit C | Our Cultural Heritage and Knowledge Traditions | Journey of Indian Architecture |
| Part 2 - Unit D | Governance and Democracy | Role of Judiciary in Our Society; Citizenship: Rights and Duties |
| Part 2 - Unit E | Economic Life Around Us | Dynamics of Population; India's Urban Landscape; Cultural Currents: 13th to 17th Century |
Questions
Where can students download the revised syllabus?
Students can download the revised syllabus PDF from the official website exams.nta.nic.in/rmscet.
Has the syllabus of any other subject changed for RMS CET 2026?
No, NTA has clarified that no changes have been made to the syllabus of any subject other than Class 9 Social Science.
When will the RMS CET 2026 Class 9 examination be conducted?
The examination is scheduled to be held on 13 December 2026.
What is the selection process after the written test?
Candidates shortlisted from the written exam will be called for a medical examination and an interview before the final selection.
Written in English by Disha Stars from the Amar Ujala report (read the original in Hindi). Check dates and links on the official website before you act.
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