The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official notification for AISSEE 2026 (All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination) for admission to Class 6 and Class 9 in Sainik Schools across India for the academic session 2026-27.
Students who wish to take admission in Sainik Schools can apply online before the last date. Below you will find complete details about eligibility, age limit, exam pattern, important dates, and application process .
AISSEE 2026 Overview
Particulars Details Conducting Body National Testing Agency (NTA) Exam Name All India Sainik Schools Entrance Exam (AISSEE) 2026 Academic Session 2026-27 Admission For Class 6 & Class 9 Exam Mode Pen & Paper / OMR Based Application Mode Online Level National Level
Important Dates
Event Date 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 Exam City Details 06 January 2026 Admit Card 12 January 2026 Answer Key 11 February 2026 (Available Now) Result Declared Date Will Be Updated Here Soon
Application Fee
Category Fee General / OBC ₹650/- SC / ST ₹500/- Payment Mode Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI)
Eligibility Criteria
For Class 6 Admission:
Student must be studying in Class 5 at a recognized school.
Age should be between 10 to 12 years as on the prescribed date.
For Class 9 Admission:
Student must be studying in Class 8 at a recognized school.
Age should be between 13 to 15 years as on the prescribed date.
(Age relaxation applicable as per rules.)
Exam Pattern
For Class 6:
Subject Questions Marks Mathematics 50 150 Intelligence 25 50 Language 25 50 General Knowledge 25 50 Total 125 300
For Class 9:
Subject Questions Marks Mathematics 50 200 Intelligence 25 50 English 25 50 General Science 25 50 Social Science 25 50 Total 150 400
No negative marking
Exam Duration: 2.5 to 3 Hours
Admission Process
AISSEE Written Examination
Medical Examination
Final Merit List
School Allotment & Admission
How to Apply Online for AISSEE 2026
Visit the official AISSEE website
Click on “AISSEE 2026 Registration”
Complete registration with basic details
Fill out the application form
Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates)
Pay the application fee
Submit and download confirmation page
IMPORTANT LINKS
Important Instructions
Read official notification carefully before applying
Ensure correct date of birth and category details
Keep scanned documents ready before starting application
Admit card will be available online only
