Bishop Cotton School, Shimla | New Shimla, Shimla
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh4.3 (18 votes)
Boarding School
ICSE, IGCSE
Only Boys School
Class 4 - Class 12Boarding SchoolICSE, IGCSEOnly Boys SchoolClass 4 - Class 12
₹ 7,80,000AnnumAdmision open
About School: The students at Bishop Cotton School, Shimla enjoy a spacious and secure 35-acre mountain-top campus set in the beautifu...
School Details
Common Details
Student teacher ratio:1:8
Language of Instruction:English
Establishment year:1859
Total student strength:450
Min entry age:08 Year(s) 00 Month(s)
Affiliation status:ISC/ICSE
Location Details
Location:National Highway 22, Near UCO Bank, New Shimla
Nearest Airport:Shimla Airstrip - 12 KM (12 km)
Nearest Railway:Shimla (6 km)
Highlights
Academics:100% Pass rate, topper scored 98%
Accommodation detail:Boys sleep in dormitories, all the boys have equal beds and cupboard space. Each dormitory has its own shower and washroom facilities with plenty of hot water, heated by solar power and electricity. Matrons and wardens look after the boys and act as their house parents. Each dorm has its own TV and common room space. Mobiles are allowed but need to be handed into the Matrons during the week.
Mess facilities:There are 2 dining halls, one for the juniors and one for the seniors. There is a mix of menu that includes continental, Chinese and Italian food. Boys are given mid morning snacks and afternoon tea - and freshly cooked nutritious meals twice daily.
Co-curricular:Many trophies won from across India - for Debates, MUN and Quiz Competitions
Sports:Football, Cricket, Badminton, Basketball Winners, Daily Sports twice a day, with 17 different sports to choose from
Ranking:Number 1 Legacy Boys Boarding School, 2024/5 - EducationWorld
Other details:BCS hold unique trips and treks every year for all pupils -
International School exchanges
International Cultural and Sports tours
Mountaineering Club for Class XI students
Alumni:Bishop Cotton School, Shimla has produced Ambassadors, UN Contingent Commanders, Politicians, Generals, Admirals, Air Marshals, Industrialists, Authors, Actors, prominent Doctors, Teachers, Engineers, Civil Servants, Cricketers and a Chief Minister. Old Cottonians have won national gold medals in air rifle shooting, boxing and taekwondo.
Exchange program:BCS boys regularly go on international school exchange programs to the United Kingdom. This is once they are older in Class X upwards.
Contact Details
Email:[email protected]
Website:bishopcottonshimla.com
Phone number:+91 780 773 6880, +91
Landline:+91 177 262 0880
Social Media:
Key Differentiator
Bishop Cotton School, Shimla boys are independent and go onto become leadersCharacter building is as important as academics for CottoniansBCS boys are resilient, team players and are also caring towards othersBCS boys are taught to do the right thingThere is plenty of team sports and healthy competition in Sports and AcademicsBCS has 2 live in counsellors who help the boys to settle inBCS has boxing, forest obstacle course, shooting range and PT twice a dayThe small class sizes help with academics, remedials and tutoringAdmission DetailsAdmission Link:https://bishopcottonshimla.com/apply-to-bcs/
Admission Process:To register your interest in becoming part of our Cottonian family go to our website www.bishopcottonshimla.com or call the Admissions Mobile: +91 780 773 6880 Entrance exam in English and Maths with an interview with parents and child. Bishop Cotton is a boys’ school affiliated to the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examination (CISCE), and also the IGCSE Cambridge International school board. Technically a CBSE Class X candidate, or one from any other board, subject to his results and approval of the ISC Council, can join an ISC School if the school is able to admit him. Having 2 boards gives our students international opportunities.
Bishop Cotton School, Shimla will be holding physical Admissions tests into the school for the next academic year. Our new academic year starts in February and ends in December
To register visit: www.bishopcottonshimla.com or contact [email protected] or call: 078077 36880 our admissions line. You can also contact the school during office hours on: (0177) 262 0880 (6 lines). Locations to take the Admissions test include: Delhi, Shimla. For Y2026, Entrance Test on 27th September 2025 in Shimla and 4th October 2025 in Delhi.
Seats in Entry Class - Day School:24
Additional Information
Co-curricular:Many trophies won from across India - for Debates, MUN and Quiz Competitions
Academic:100% Pass rate, topper scored 98%
Exchange Program:BCS boys regularly go on international school exchange programs to the United Kingdom. This is once they are older in Class X upwards.
Awards & recognitions
Ranking info ::Number 1 Legacy Boys Boarding School, 2024/5 - EducationWorld
Academic info ::100% Pass rate, topper scored 98%
Co - Curricular info ::Many trophies won from across India - for Debates, MUN and Quiz Competitions
Sport info ::Football, Cricket, Badminton, Basketball Winners, Daily Sports twice a day, with 17 different sports to choose from
Other info ::BCS hold unique trips and treks every year for all pupils -
International School exchanges
International Cultural and Sports tours
Mountaineering Club for Class XI students
FeesICSE Board Fee Structure - Boarding Schools
Admission Fee Application Fee₹15,000
One-Time Payment₹65,000
Security Deposit₹3,00,000
Yearly Fee₹7,80,000
ICSE Board Fee Structure - International Students
Admission Application Fee$ 425
One-Time Payment$ 1,394
Security Deposit$ 1,199
Yearly Fee$ 12,159
IGCSE Board Fee Structure - Boarding Schools
Admission Fee Application Fee₹15,000
One-Time Payment₹65,000
Security Deposit₹3,00,000
Yearly Fee₹7,80,000
IGCSE Board Fee Structure - International Students
Yearly Fee$ 9,750
*Disclaimer: The above-listed fee details are for informational purposes only. Current fees may vary depending on recent changes.
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Last updated: : 27 May 2025
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