AISSEE 2027: Applications open for admission to classes 6 and 9 in Sainik Schools; find out when the entrance exam will be held..
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has commenced the online application process for the All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE-2027). This examination facilitates admission into Class 6 and Class 9 for the 2027-28 academic session across Sainik Schools and approved new Sainik Schools nationwide. The NTA issued an official notification regarding this on November 3, 2026. Interested students and their parents/guardians can submit their applications by visiting the official website: exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/.
AISSEE 2027: Key Dates (From Application to Examination)
According to the schedule released by the NTA, the important dates concerning the application process and the entrance examination are as follows:
Event Date
Online application process begins November 3, 2026
Last date for application (without late fee) December 2, 2026
Last date for payment of application fee (standard) December 2, 2026
Application with late fee December 3 to 6, 2026
Last date for payment of fee (with late fee) December 6, 2026
Correction window for applications December 7 to 9, 2026
Information regarding examination city January 11, 2027
Date of release of admit cards January 25, 2027
Entrance examination January 31, 2027
Results To be announced later
Candidates applying with a late fee will be required to pay an additional amount of ₹500 over and above the standard examination fee.
Age Limit and Academic Qualifications for Class 6 and Class 9
The age of the candidate will be calculated as of March 31, 2027. Class | Prescribed Date of Birth Range | Academic Qualification
Class 6 | 1 April 2015 to 31 March 2017 | Must be studying in or have passed Class 5
Class 9 | 1 April 2012 to 31 March 2014 | Must have passed Class 8 from a recognized school at the time of admission
Both boys and girls can apply for admission to Class 6 and Class 9. However, for Class 9, the admission of girls will depend on the availability of seats at the respective school. The rules and number of seats for the admission of girls may vary from one 'New Sainik School' to another.
Two Options for Admission to New Sainik Schools
Two distinct categories have been established for admission to the approved 'New Sainik Schools'.
1. 40 percent of seats: Category A
These seats will be filled by eligible candidates from across the country based on an all-India merit list. Candidates must appear for the AISSEE 2027 and meet the prescribed eligibility criteria.
2. Up to 60 percent of seats: Category B
These seats are reserved for students already enrolled in the respective 'New Sainik School'.
For admission to Class 6, the student must be studying in Class 5 at that same school.
For admission to Class 9, the student must be studying in Class 8 at that same school.
The student must also qualify for the AISSEE 2027 examination.
If any seats under Category B remain vacant, they will be filled under Category A.
Admission Test Pattern for Class 6 and Class 9
In the AISSEE 2027, all questions across all subjects will be of the multiple-choice type. The examination will be conducted in a pen-and-paper format using OMR sheets. Details Class 6 Class 9
Exam Duration 150 minutes 180 minutes
Question Type Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQ) Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQ)
Exam Medium 13 languages English only
Exam Mode Pen-and-paper and OMR Pen-and-paper and OMR
The Class 6 examination will be conducted in 13 languages, providing students from different regions the opportunity to take the exam in their own language. In contrast, the Class 9 examination will be conducted exclusively in English.
What is the application fee?
The NTA has set application fees for different categories.
Category Application Fee
General Category ₹850
Children of Defence Personnel and Ex-servicemen ₹850
OBC-NCL ₹850
SC/ST ₹700
For applications submitted with a late fee, candidates from all categories will be required to pay an additional ₹500 over and above the standard application fee. Any additional charges levied by the bank or payment service provider, as well as applicable taxes, must be paid separately. The application fee is non-refundable.
How to apply for AISSEE 2027?
Candidates can apply online by following the steps given below:
Visit the official NTA website: exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society.
Open the AISSEE-2027 application link.
Register using your email address and mobile number.
Fill in your personal, academic, and other required information in the application form.
Select four cities of your choice for the examination.
Upload your photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
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