Sainik School Admission 2026 – Apply Online for AISSEE Entrance Exam
📅 Last Date: 9 November 2025
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official notification for the All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2026. This exam is conducted for admission to Class VI and Class IX in Sainik Schools across India for the academic session 2026–27.
Students who wish to study in Sainik Schools can now apply online through the official AISSEE portal between 10 October 2025 and 9 November 2025.
All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2026 – Overview
| Exam Name | All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2026 |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Academic Session | 2026–27 |
| Admission For | Class VI and Class IX |
| Exam Type | Admission Test |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Application Fee | ₹850 / ₹700 |
| Exam Date | 18 January 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria for AISSEE 2026-
For Class VI Admission
- Age Limit: 10 to 12 years as on 31 March 2026.
- Date of Birth: Between 1 April 2014 and 31 March 2016.
- Gender: Admission open for both boys and girls.
For Class IX Admission
- Age Limit: 13 to 15 years as on 31 March 2026.
- Date of Birth: Between 1 April 2011 and 31 March 2013.
- Qualification: Must have passed Class VIII from a recognized school.
- Gender: Admission open for both boys and girls.
Application Fee Details –
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Wards of Defence Personnel / Ex-Servicemen / OBC (NCL) | ₹850 |
| SC / ST | ₹700 |
Mode of Payment: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI)
Scheme of Examination-
Mode: Offline (Pen and Paper on OMR Sheet)
Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Negative Marking: No negative marking
For Class VI Admission–
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Language | 25 | 50 |
| B | Mathematics | 50 | 150 |
| C | Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| D | General Knowledge | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 125 | 300 |
Medium of Exam: English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu & Urdu.
Exam Time: 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM (150 Minutes)
For Class IX Admission–
| Section | Subject | Questions | 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 |
Medium of Exam: English only.
Exam Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM (180 Minutes)
How to Apply for Sainik School Admission 2026?
- Visit the official NTA AISSEE website.
- Register using a valid Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Fill in personal and academic details carefully.
- Upload required documents:
- Recent Photograph
- Signature
- Left-hand Thumb Impression
- Date of Birth Certificate
- Domicile Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway.
- Download and print the Confirmation Page for future use.
📅 Important Dates of AISSEE 2026-
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 10 October 2025 |
| Start of Online Application | 10 October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 9 November 2025 (5:00 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 10 November 2025 (11:50 PM) |
| Exam Date | 18 January 2026 |
Important Web Links-
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Latest Notice | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs – Sainik School Admission 2026
Q1. What is the last date to apply for AISSEE 2026?
👉 9 November 2025 (till 5:00 PM).
Q2. What is the application fee for General category students?
👉 ₹850.
Q3. What is the age limit for Class VI admission?
👉 Between 10 and 12 years as on 31 March 2026.
Q4. When will the AISSEE 2026 exam be conducted?
👉 On 18 January 2026.
Q5. Is there negative marking in AISSEE 2026?
👉 No, there is no negative marking for wrong answers.
