AISSEE 2027 applications are open from 3 November to 2 December 2026 on the NTA website. The exam for Class VI and Class IX admission to Sainik Schools will be held on 31 January 2027, a Sunday.
It covers 33 Sainik Schools and approved New Sainik Schools for the 2027-28 academic year. Girls can apply for both classes, though Class IX seats depend on availability. More updates are on our Admission page.
AISSEE 2027: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam | All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination 2027 |
| Classes | VI and IX |
| Academic Year | 2027-28 |
| Mode | Pen and paper, on OMR sheet |
| Website | exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application | 3 November to 2 December 2026, 11:50 pm |
| Late Application (Rs. 500 late fee) | 3 to 6 December 2026 |
| Form Correction | 7 to 9 December 2026 |
| Exam City Slip | 11 January 2027 |
| Admit Card | 25 January 2027 |
| Exam | 31 January 2027 |
| Answer Keys | To be announced later |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General, Defence and ex-servicemen wards, OBC (NCL) | Rs. 850 |
| SC / ST | Rs. 700 |
Bank or service charges may apply extra. The fee is not refundable.
Eligibility for Sainik Schools
| Class | Age on 31 March 2027 | Born Between |
|---|---|---|
| VI | 10 to 12 years | 1 April 2015 and 31 March 2017 |
| IX | 13 to 15 years | 1 April 2012 and 31 March 2014 |
A Class IX candidate must have passed Class VIII from a recognised school at the time of admission. New Sainik Schools have some of their own rules, so please read Chapter 5 of the bulletin.
Exam Pattern
| Class VI Section | Questions | Marks | Class IX Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Language | 25 | 50 | Mathematics | 50 | 200 |
| Mathematics | 50 | 150 | Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| Intelligence | 25 | 50 | English | 25 | 50 |
| General Knowledge | 25 | 50 | General Science | 25 | 50 |
| Social Science | 25 | 50 | |||
| Total | 125 | 300 | Total | 150 | 400 |
There is no negative marking. Class VI runs 2 pm to 4:30 pm, and Class IX runs 2 pm to 5 pm. Class IX is in English only, while Class VI can be taken in English, Hindi and several regional languages.
How Admission Works
Marks alone do not complete the admission. Seats are given through e-counselling, according to rank in the merit list, along with medical fitness and checking of original documents. In Sainik Schools, 67% of seats are for the Home State or UT and 33% for other states.
How to Apply
- Read the Information Bulletin fully.
- Open the AISSEE 2027 Application Form on the NTA site.
- Register, and fill in the candidate’s details as per documents.
- Choose exam cities and the school.
- Pay the fee and save the confirmation.
Which Schools Are Covered?
Sainik Schools are English-medium residential schools, affiliated to CBSE and run by the Sainik Schools Society under the Ministry of Defence. AISSEE covers:
| School Type | Admission Through AISSEE |
|---|---|
| 33 Sainik Schools | Class VI and Class IX |
| Approved New Sainik Schools | Class VI at 80 schools, Class IX at 40 schools |
New Sainik Schools can differ in fees, education board and language of instruction, and the bulletin lists them in an appendix.
Home State and Seat Rules
Home State means the state where the school you chose is located, and it depends on your domicile. As an illustration, the bulletin says that out of 100 seats, 67 go to Home State or UT candidates and 33 to other states. The seats are then divided among categories. Category changes after submission are possible only through the correction window.
Mediums and Exam Cities
Class VI candidates can choose from 13 languages: English, Marathi, Odia, Bengali, Hindi, Assamese, Punjabi, Tamil, Gujarati, Telugu, Kannada, Urdu and Malayalam. The chosen language does not have to match the school’s region. Exam cities are listed in Appendix IV of the bulletin. Your centre appears on the admit card.
Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Information Bulletin | Click Here |
| AISSEE Official Page | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date without a late fee?
2 December 2026, up to 11:50 pm.
Can girls apply for Class IX?
Yes, subject to the availability of vacancies.
Is the exam online?
No. It is pen and paper, on an OMR sheet.
Are wrong answers penalised?
No. The bulletin says there is no negative marking.