Dhaka Residential Model College (also referred to as DRMC), formerly known as Residential Model School, is a public school in Mohammadpur, Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh. The school offers education for students ranging from third grade to twelfth grade (approximately ages 7 to 18). With over 4,200 students, 1,000 of which reside in its six dormitories, DRMC is the largest public and one of the largest residential schools in the country. Dhaka Residential Model College is noted for its academic performance and extracurricular activities, having produced many notable alumni including leaders in business, the military and state and national politics as well as senior government officers, scientists and engineers. The government of Bangladesh recognized the school for its strong performance in the Higher Secondary Certificate examination in 2008. The institution was awarded 'Best College' in the 5th National Debate Festival 2010, the largest debate contest in the country by the National Debate Federation Bangladesh. The school quiz team won the championship at the Inter School Quiz Contest 2006, the nationwide school level quiz bowl hosted by Shishu Academy, the national academy for children in Bangladesh. The government of Pakistan founded the school in 1960, when Bangladesh was a part of Pakistan. The school was and still is the only one in Bangladesh under the direct control of the Ministry of Education, and it continues to enjoy this special status as of 2012. DRMC is one of the most competitive schools in the country. Admissions are based on an entrance examination, medical examination and an interview.