A1. The Doon School Scholarship Examination.

A2. A chance to study at The Doon School on a scholarship in case you are a meritorious candidate The amount of financial aid will be determined by the Scholarship committee based on the documents provided by the parents.

A3.

1. Boys between the age of 11-12 years on 30th September of the exam year – For Class VII
2. Boys between the age of 12-13 years on 30th September of the exam year – For Class VIII

A4. Class VII and Class VIII

A5. Sunday, 19th April 2026

A6. English, Mathematics & Science

A7. Online, MCQ Format Exam

A8. 45 mins each subject

A9. Visit our Website – https://www.doonschool.com/dsse/

1. Fill Online Registration Form
2. Pay the Registration Fee Online

A10. Rs 100/-

A11. No. This is the preliminary exam to get qualified for the main Admissions Test which will take place in August 2026.

A12. Yes. The candidate can appear for the main Admissions Test after paying the Registration Fee as per the School’s Admissions Policy.

A13. Yes, however, your registration fee will not be refunded.

A14. Your son will be eligible for a Scholarship anywhere around 20% to 120%. The Doon School Scholarship Committee reserves the right to the award of all need and merit based scholarships.

A15.

1. In search for exceptional boys from all backgrounds
2. Diversity and inclusivity is very important to the School

A16. This exam is only for Indian citizens residing in India and for OCI holders only.

A17.

1. Once selected, the candidate is then eligible to appear for the main Doon School Admissions Test
2. Although, the parents do not have to pay The Doon School Registration Fees for the main Admissions test, they still have to bear any expense that may be needed for them to travel to the nearest examination centre

A18. No. But he will be eligible for Admission as a full fee paying student.

A19. As per NCERT guidelines for English, Mathematics & Science

1. For Class VI appearing for Class VII examination
2. For Class VII appearing for Class VIII examination