NTA AISSEE 2026 (Sainik School) Admission Online Form

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the notification for the All India Sainik School Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2026 for admission to Class VI and Class IX in all existing and new Sainik Schools across India for the academic session 2026–27. NTA AISSEE 2026 Sainik School Admission Online Form
Eligible students can apply online through NTA before the last date.

Overview

Exam Name	All India Sainik School Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2026
Conducting Authority	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Admission For	Class VI and Class IX
Academic Session	2026–27
Mode of Application	Online
Mode of Exam	Offline (OMR Based)
Exam Date	18 January 2026 (Sunday)
Conducted For	All Sainik Schools & New Sainik Schools under MoD

NTA AISSEE 2026 Online Form – Reminder

National Testing Agency (NTA) Examination 2026 : Short Details

Important Dates

Application Fee

Online Apply Start Date : 10 October 2025
Online Apply Last Date : 09 November 2025 (Extended)
Last Date For Fee Payment : 10 November 2025
Correction Date : 12-14 November 2025
Exam Date : 18 January 2026
Advance City Intimation Slip : Notify Later
Admit Card : Before Exam
Result Declared Date : Will Be Updated Here Soon
Candidates are advised to confirm from the NTA official website.

General / OBC / EWS : ₹ 850/-
SC / ST : ₹ 700/-

Payment Mode (Online): You can make the payment using the following methods:

Debit Card
Credit Card
Internet Banking
IMPS
Cash Card / Mobile Wallet

Eligibility Criteria

For Class VI Admission

Age Limit: Born between 01 April 2013 and 31 March 2016 (both dates inclusive).
Educational Qualification: Must be studying in Class V in the academic year 2025–26.

For Class IX Admission

Age Limit: Born between 01 April 2010 and 31 March 2013 (both dates inclusive).
Educational Qualification: Must be studying in Class VIII in the academic year 2025–26.
Note: Girls are also eligible for admission in Class IX.

Exam Pattern

Class VI (Total Marks – 300)

Subject	No. of Questions	Marks
Mathematics	50	150
Intelligence	25	50
Language	25	50
General Knowledge	25	50
Total	125	300

Class IX (Total Marks – 400)

Subject	No. of Questions	Marks
Mathematics	50	200
English	25	50
Intelligence	25	50
General Science	25	50
Social Studies	25	50
Total	150	400

Syllabus (Brief Outline)

For Class VI

Maths: Basic Arithmetic, Fractions, Geometry, Mensuration, Data Handling.
Language: Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension.
Intelligence: Logical Reasoning, Series, Coding-Decoding, Analogy.
General Knowledge: Science, Environment, Sports, Current Affairs (Elementary Level).

For Class IX

Maths: Algebra, Trigonometry, Geometry, Statistics, Mensuration.
English: Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension, Sentence Correction.
Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Class VIII level).
Social Studies: History, Geography, Civics, Economics.
Intelligence: Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning.

Selection Process

Written Examination (AISSEE 2026) — Conducted by NTA in OMR-based mode.
E-Counselling & School Allotment — Based on marks obtained in AISSEE and candidate preferences.
Document Verification — Original documents verified by respective Sainik Schools.
Medical Examination — Conducted at Military/Service Hospitals to assess fitness.
Final Merit List — Based on performance in written exam and medical fitness.

Documents Required

Birth Certificate
Domicile Certificate
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Previous Class Marksheet (V or VIII)
Passport Size Photograph & Signature
Aadhar Card / ID Proof
Certificate for Defence Category (if applicable)

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How to Apply Online

Visit the NTA AISSEE official website.
Click on “New Candidate Registration”.
Fill personal, educational, and contact details carefully.
Upload required documents — photo, signature, certificates.
Pay the application fee (₹850 / ₹700) through online mode.
Submit and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Important Instructions

Use a valid mobile number and email ID during registration.
Choose exam city, class, and school preferences carefully.
Read the Information Bulletin thoroughly before applying.
Bring Admit Card, Photo ID, and stationery items on the exam day.
No correction allowed after the correction window closes.
Candidates must keep printed copies of the Application Form and Fee Receipt.

Exam Language Options

Class VI: English / Hindi / Regional Language (as per State).
Class IX: English only.

Participating Schools

33 Traditional Sainik Schools under the Ministry of Defence.
More than 35 New Sainik Schools operating under partnership mode.

FAQs

Q1. What is the AISSEE 2026 Exam Date?
👉 18 January 2026 (Sunday).

Q2. Who conducts the AISSEE Exam?
👉 The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts it every year.

Q3. What is the Application Fee for AISSEE 2026?
👉 ₹850 for General / OBC / EWS / Defence / Ex-servicemen and ₹700 for SC / ST.

Q4. Can girls apply for AISSEE 2026?
👉 Yes, girls can apply for both Class VI and Class IX.

Q5. What is the mode of exam?
👉 The exam will be offline OMR-based.

NTA AISSEE 2026 Sainik School Admission Online Form

✅ Conclusion

The AISSEE 2026 Admission Form is a golden opportunity for students to secure admission in India’s prestigious Sainik Schools that prepare students for NDA and Defence Services.
Students must carefully check eligibility, age limit, and application instructions before applying.
Prepare as per the official AISSEE 2026 syllabus to score well and ensure your place in the final merit list.