Sainik School for Class 6 or Class 9 for the academic year 2026-27, today is the last date to complete your online application for the All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE 2026). The exam is your gateway to a residential, defence-oriented schooling environment under the Sainik Schools Society. According to official updates, the application window closes on 30 October 2025.
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🗓 Important Dates & Timeline
The application window for AISSEE 2026 opened several weeks ago, and the last date to apply is 30 October 2025.
Some sources mention that the fee payment deadline may extend to 31 October 2025.
After application closing, a correction window will open shortly (likely early November) where you may edit certain details.
The offline examination (AISSEE) will be scheduled in January 2026 (for many Sainik Schools) for both classes 6 & 9.
Admit cards, answer key, result, medical tests and final admission processes will follow in due course.
✅ Eligibility Criteria – Who Can Apply?
Class 6 Admission
Age: Must be between 10-12 years as of 31 March 2026. That typically means date of birth between 1 April 2014and 31 March 2016.
Academic: Must be studying in Class 5 at a recognised school at the time of application.
Gender & Nationality: In most Sainik Schools both boys and girls can apply for Class 6. Nationality: Indian citizens.
Class 9 Admission
Age: Must be between 13-15 years as of 31 March 2026. Typically, born between 1 April 2011 and 31 March 2013.
Academic: Should be studying in Class 8 in a recognised school at time of application.
Gender & Nationality: Mostly boys admitted to Class 9; in some schools girls’ admission may be subject to availability/seat share. Nationality: Indian citizens.
Ensure you meet all eligibility conditions before submitting your application; failure to do so may lead to rejection.
💰 Application Fee & How to Apply
The registration process is online only through the official portal of the exam conducting body (National Testing Agency – NTA) for AISSEE.
The fee varies by category (General/OBC vs SC/ST) – for earlier years, example fee was around ₹800 for General/OBC and ₹650 for SC/ST.
Steps to apply:
Visit official portal – e.g., exams.nta.ac.in/AISSEE.
Click “New Registration” → fill basic details (name, DOB, email, phone) → generate login.
Fill the detailed application form – personal, academic, school details, programme (Class 6 or Class 9), category, etc.
Upload scanned photograph, signature, and other required documents as per guidelines.
Pay application fee online → submit form → download/print acknowledgement for records.
Today is the final day to ensure your application is submitted and fee paid. Don’t wait until last minute due to server traffic or payment issues.
🔍 Selection Process & What Happens Next
After applications close and the admit cards are issued, the AISSEE exam (paper-based) will take place for both classes.
The exam will be objective/MCQ type (offline) and will have separate durations for Class 6 and Class 9.
Post exam: Answer key → objections window → result → e-counselling. Final admission includes medical fitness test and document verification.
Merit list is prepared based on performance; selected students will be allotted seats.
📄 Required Documents & Preparations
Before you apply (and later if selected), keep ready:
Birth certificate (to verify age eligibility)
School bonafide/marksheet (Class 5 for Class 6 admission; Class 8 for Class 9 admission)
Domicile certificate (if applicable)
Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC) if claiming reservation
Passport-size photograph, scanned signature
Aadhaar or other ID as per instructions
Consult the official information bulletin of AISSEE for full list.
✅ Why This Deadline Matters
Missing today’s deadline means no chance to appear in AISSEE 2026 for Sainik Schools for Class 6 or Class 9 this year.
Sainik Schools are among the premier residential schools in India focusing on academic excellence and preparatory education for defence services. Getting this exam opportunity is significant.
The competition is tough — registering on time is the first step. After registration, proper preparation is essential.
🧠 Final Thoughts
If you or your child is eligible and intends to gain admission into a Sainik School for Class 6 or Class 9 in session 2026-27, act now and complete your registration before it closes today, 30 October 2025. Ensure your eligibility is verified, documents are ready, fee payment is completed, and you keep the acknowledgement safely.
Once the registration is done, focus your energies on preparation for the entrance exam: review the exam pattern, practise sample papers, strengthen core subjects (Maths, English, GK, Science), and maintain physical fitness.
