The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the notification for the All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2026 for admission into Class VI and Class IX across 33 Sainik Schools in India for the academic session 2026–2027. Sainik Schools are English-medium residential institutions affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and managed by the Sainik Schools Society under the Ministry of Defence. These schools aim to prepare young cadets for entry into the National Defence Academy (NDA), Indian Naval Academy, and other officer training institutions. Interested students can apply online through the NTA AISSEE portal from 10th October 2025 to 9th November 2025.
🏫 Sainik School Admission 2026 – Apply Online for Class VI & IX Admission 🏫
| Sainik School Admission 2026 – Overview | |
| Exam Name | All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Academic Session | 2026 – 2027 |
| Date of Examination | 18th January 2026 (Sunday) |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (Pen & Paper – OMR Based) |
| Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Sainik School, Goalpara (Assam) – Seat Details
| Class | No. of Seats |
|---|---|
| Class VI | 80 Seats |
| Class IX | 9 Seats |
Reservation Details
- 67% seats reserved for candidates domiciled in the respective State/UT.
- 33% seats reserved for candidates from other States and UTs.
Duration of Exam
- Class VI: 150 Minutes
- Class IX: 180 Minutes
Eligibility Criteria
| Class | Age Criteria (as on 31 March 2026) | Other Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Class VI | 10 to 12 years (Born between 01 April 2014 and 31 March 2016) | Admission open for both Boys & Girls |
| Class IX | 13 to 15 years (Born between 01 April 2011 and 31 March 2013) | Must have passed Class VIII; Admission open for Girls (if vacancies available) |
Examination Fee
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | ₹700/- |
| Others | ₹850/- |
Payment Mode: Online through Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
Scheme of AISSEE 2026
Class VI Entrance Exam
| Section | Subject | No. of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Language | 25 | 50 |
| B | Mathematics | 50 | 150 |
| C | Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| D | General Knowledge | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 125 | 300 | |
Class IX Entrance Exam
| Section | Subject | No. of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Mathematics | 50 | 200 |
| B | Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| C | English | 25 | 50 |
| D | General Science | 25 | 50 |
| E | Social Science | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 150 | 400 | |
Qualifying Marks
- Minimum 25% marks in each subject and 40% marks in aggregate (for General category).
- No minimum marks required for SC/ST candidates.
- Final admission based on e-counselling, medical fitness and document verification.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting Date of Online Application | 10th October 2025 |
| Last Date of Online Application | 9th November 2025 |
| Admit Card Download | Three weeks before exam |
| Entrance Exam Date | 18th January 2026 |
| Publication of Merit List | To be announced |
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