Here are the common eligibility criteria for Army Schools, Rashtriya Military Schools (RMS), Sainik Schools, and similar institutions:

: Common Eligibility Criteria

1.Citizenship:
– Indian Citizenship: All these schools primarily admit Indian citizens. Some Army Schools may admit children of foreign nationals in specific cases, especially if they are children of Army personnel stationed abroad.

2. Age:
– For Class VI Admission: Generally, candidates should be within the age range of 9-12 years as of 31st March of the admission year. This may vary slightly depending on the specific school and class.
– For Class IX Admission: Typically, candidates should be between 11-14 years as of 31st March of the admission year.

3. Academic Requirements:
– For Class VI: Candidates should be studying in Class V at the time of application.
– For Class IX: Candidates should be studying in Class VIII at the time of application.

4. Medical Fitness:
– All candidates must meet the medical fitness standards set by the respective schools. This usually involves a medical examination to ensure that the child is fit for the school’s environment and activities.

5. Documents Required:
– Birth Certificate: Proof of date of birth.
– School Transfer Certificate: Verification of previous schooling.
– Domicile Certificate: Proof of residence.
– Passport-sized Photographs: As per the requirement of the application form.
– **Medical Certificate:** As required by the specific school.

6. Special Considerations:
– Army Schools: Primarily for children of Army personnel, though some schools might admit civilians based on available seats and specific policies.
– RMS and Sainik Schools: Open primarily to children from civilian backgrounds as well, with a focus on providing education to children of defense personnel in some cases.

7. Examination:
– Candidates usually need to pass an entrance examination specific to the school, which may include subjects like Mathematics, General Knowledge, English, and sometimes additional subjects depending on the class.

8. Interview and Counseling:
– Some schools may require an interview or counseling session as part of the selection process, especially for higher classes.

9. Additional Requirements:
– For Sainik Schools: There may be specific criteria related to the child’s potential for military education and discipline.
– For RMS: There may be additional requirements related to the child’s potential for leadership and discipline, given the military-oriented education.

Each school or institution may have specific nuances to these criteria, so it’s always best to check the latest guidelines from the official website or admission notifications of the respective school.