Govt. Sri Ranbir Higher Secondary School, the poineer institution of J&K State, was founded by Dogra Ruler Maharaja Ranbir Singh and was constructed by Raja Partap Singh before 1880. At that time, it had the privilege to be the first school of its kind in the state. At the very outset, it was named as Jammu Collegiate School. Later, it was named after its founder the Maharaja Ranbir School. That is why it is called SRML Higher Secondary School (Sri Ranbir Multilateral Higher Secondary School).

The building between Tennis Hall and Canteen block was used as Rasala for many years. The office of the school at present was used by Dogra Rulers to deliver justice to the public and the Sangeet Hall was used for Conference and Musical Programme. Since the day its foundation stone was laid in 1872, it has produced numerous architects of the country. The outstanding personalities like :

and many others have been the venerable students of this institution. This institution still feels a glow of pride when the people recollect that the tallest man and the tallest leader of J&K State Late Jenab Shiekh Mohammad Abdullah also graced this institution by serving for a few days. This institution is still adding feathers to its crown by producing the meritorious students in studies, sports, NCC and games.

The staff is endeavouring earnestly to maintain the prestine glory of the institution and to enhance its academic standard. Following Educational luminaries have honoured the chair and maintained the premiership of the institute by their sincere efforts from time to time as per the date available.