About All India Sainik Schools Entrance Exam (AISSEE) Class 6 and 9 Admission
About All India Sainik Schools Entrance Exam (AISSEE)
The All India Sainik Schools Entrance Exam (AISSEE) is a national-level entrance test conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the Sainik Schools Society, Ministry of Defence, Government of India. AISSEE is the sole gateway for admission into Class VI and Class IX of 33 Sainik Schools across India.
Sainik Schools are residential schools that prepare students academically, physically, and mentally for entry into the National Defence Academy (NDA) and other defence officer training academies. These schools follow the CBSE curriculum and provide holistic development with military-style discipline, sports, and character building.
AISSEE Class 6 — Admission Details
Eligibility Criteria
The candidate must be studying in Class V or have passed Class V.
Age: Between 10 and 12 years as on 31st March of the admission year.
Gender: Both boys and girls are eligible for Class VI admission in all Sainik Schools.
Domicile of the state where the Sainik School is located is preferred (state quota seats).
Exam Pattern — Class 6 (300 Marks)
Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
Mathematics | 50 | 150 |
General Knowledge (GK) | 25 | 50 |
Language (English/Hindi) | 25 | 50 |
Intelligence (Reasoning) | 25 | 50 |
Total | 125 | 300 |
AISSEE Class 9 — Admission Details
Eligibility Criteria
Candidate must have passed Class VIII from a recognized school.
Age: Between 13 and 15 years as on 31st March of the admission year.
Both boys and girls are now eligible for Class IX admission.
Exam Pattern — Class 9 (400 Marks)
Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
Mathematics | 50 | 200 |
Intelligence (Reasoning) | 25 | 50 |
English | 25 | 50 |
General Science | 25 | 50 |
Social Studies | 25 | 50 |
Total | 150 | 400 |
Key Exam Details
Mode: Offline (Pen & Paper, OMR-based)
Duration: 2.5 Hours (150 minutes)
Negative Marking: No negative marking
Medium: English and Hindi
Selection Process
Written Exam (AISSEE): Qualify with merit marks
Medical Examination: Rigorous medical fitness test is mandatory — students must meet strict health standards including vision, hearing, and physical fitness
Document Verification: Original certificates, domicile, caste certificates
e-Counselling: Final seat allocation through online counselling based on merit rank, preferred school, and category
Sainik School Fee Structure (Approximate)
Category | Annual Fee (Approx) |
|---|---|
General | ₹55,000 – ₹65,000 per annum |
SC/ST | Fully exempt (Government scholarship + PM YASASVI) |
OBC | Scholarship available under PM YASASVI scheme |
Defence Personnel Wards | Special concession available |
Note: The PM YASASVI scholarship covers full tuition and hostel fees for eligible OBC, EBC, DNT, SC, and ST students.
List of 33 Sainik Schools in India
Sainik Schools are present across India including Sainik School Satara (Maharashtra), Sainik School Kazhakootam (Kerala), Sainik School Lucknow (UP), Sainik School Kapurthala (Punjab), Sainik School Korukonda (Andhra Pradesh), Sainik School Rewa (MP), Sainik School Gopalganj (Bihar), and many more. Additionally, over 100 new Sainik Schools under PPP (Public-Private Partnership) model have been approved.
Important Links
Official Website (NTA): exams.nta.ac.in/AISSEE
Sainik Schools Society: sainikschool.ncog.gov.in
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