Sainik School Admission 2026 | AISSEE Cutoff, Result, Online Application NTA

Introduction to Sainik School Admission 2026

Sainik School is one of India’s most prestigious residential institutions managed by the Sainik Schools Society under the Ministry of Defence. The All India Sainik School Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2026 is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to Class 6 and Class 9 across 33 established Sainik Schools and 69 newly approved Sainik Schools (NSS) throughout India.

The AISSEE 2026 exam was successfully conducted on 18th January 2026 (Sunday) at various examination centers across India. Over 2 lakh students appeared for this national-level entrance test. The Sainik School Result 2026 is expected to be declared in February/March 2026, and the Sainik School Merit List 2026 will be released along with category-wise cutoff marks.

This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Sainik School Admission 2026-27 including online application process, exam pattern, cutoff marks, counselling procedure, fees structure, and frequently asked questions in both Hindi and English.

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Sainik School 2026: Quick Overview

Particulars	Details
Official Name	All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2026
Conducting Body	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Academic Session	2026-27
Admission Classes	Class 6 and Class 9
Total Sainik Schools	33 Old + 69 New = 102 Schools
Application Start Date	10th October 2025
Application Last Date	9th November 2025 (Extended)
Application Correction Window	12-14 November 2025
Admit Card Release	January 2026 (Released)
Exam Date	18th January 2026 (Completed)
Exam Mode	Offline (Pen-Paper Based Test)
Answer Key Released	11th February 2026
Challenge Answer Key Deadline	14th February 2026
Result Declaration	February/March 2026 (Expected)
E-Counselling Start	22nd February 2026 (Started)
Medical Examination	After Counselling
Official Website	https://exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/
Alternative Website	https://pesa.ncog.gov.in/sainikschoolecounselling
Application Fee (General)	₹650
Application Fee (SC/ST/Girls)	₹450

Sainik School Cutoff Marks 2026: Expected Scores for Class 6 & 9

The Sainik School Cutoff 2026 represents the minimum qualifying marks required for admission to Classes 6 and 9. The cutoff varies based on category, state quota, and individual school demand.

Expected Sainik School Cutoff Marks 2026 (Based on Trends):

Class	Maximum Marks	General Category Expected	OBC Expected	SC/ST Expected
Class 6	300	220 – 240+ marks	200 – 220 marks	170 – 190 marks
Class 9	400	280 – 320+ marks	250 – 280 marks	220 – 250 marks

Subject-wise Minimum Qualifying Marks (AISSEE 2026):

For Old Sainik Schools (General, OBC-NCL, Defence/Ex-Servicemen):

Minimum 25% marks in EACH subject/section
Minimum 40% aggregate marks overall

For New Sainik Schools (All Categories):

Minimum 25% marks in EACH subject/section
Minimum 40% aggregate marks overall

For SC/ST/PwD Categories:

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Minimum 25% marks in EACH subject/section
Minimum 35% aggregate marks overall (relaxed)

State-wise Cutoff Variation:

The cutoff marks differ significantly across states due to:

Home State Quota: 67% seats reserved for domicile candidates
Other State Quota: 33% seats for candidates from other states
Defence Quota: Separate seats for children of defence personnel
SC/ST Reservation: 15% and 7.5% respectively

High Cutoff Schools: Sainik School Sujanpur Tira (Himachal Pradesh), Sainik School Kunjpura (Haryana), Sainik School Kazhakootam (Kerala) – Expected cutoffs 250-270 for Class 6

Low Cutoff Schools: Sainik School Kapurthala (Punjab), Sainik School Tilaiya (Jharkhand) – Expected cutoffs 200-220 for Class 6

Sainik School Admission Process 2026-27: Complete Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Online Application (Completed – October-November 2025)

Registration Process:

Sainik School Admission 2026: Complete Guide to AISSEE Exam, Cutoff Marks, Result & Online Application at exams.nta.nic.in

Visit official NTA website: https://exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/
Click on “Apply Online” for AISSEE 2026
Fill basic details: Name, Date of Birth, Gender, Category
Select preferred Sainik School(s) – Maximum 3 choices allowed
Upload scanned documents: Photograph, Signature, Category Certificate
Pay application fee online (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI)
Submit form and save Application Number

Required Documents for Application:

Recent color photograph (10-50 KB)
Scanned signature (10-50 KB)
Date of Birth Certificate (10th or School Certificate)
Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates)
Domicile Certificate (for home state quota)
Income Certificate (if applicable)
Defence Service Certificate (for defence quota)

Step 2: AISSEE Examination (Completed – 18th January 2026)

Class 6 Exam Pattern:

Subject	Questions	Marks	Duration
Mathematics	50	150	2 Hours
Intelligence	25	50
Language (English/Hindi)	25	50
General Knowledge	25	50
Total	125	300	120 Minutes

Class 9 Exam Pattern:

Subject	Questions	Marks	Duration
Mathematics	50	150	2.5 Hours
English	25	50
General Science	25	50
Social Studies	25	50
Intelligence	25	50
Language (Hindi/Regional)	25	50
Total	175	400	150 Minutes

Important: There is NO negative marking in AISSEE examination.

Step 3: Answer Key Challenge (11-14 February 2026)

NTA released the provisional answer key on 11th February 2026. Candidates can challenge incorrect answers:

Challenge fee: ₹200 per question (non-refundable)
Deadline: 14th February 2026
Final answer key will be released after reviewing objections

Step 4: Result Declaration (February/March 2026)

How to Check Sainik School Result 2026:

Method 1: Direct Website Access

Visit: https://exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/
Click on “AISSEE 2026 Result” link
Enter Application Number and Date of Birth
Click “Submit” to view Scorecard
Download and save PDF for future reference

Method 2: Alternative Portal

Go to: https://nta.ac.in
Navigate to “Results” section
Select “Sainik School AISSEE 2026”
Login with credentials to download scorecard

Information on Sainik School Scorecard 2026:

Candidate’s name, roll number, category
Subject-wise marks obtained
Total marks and qualifying status
Category rank (if qualified)
Eligibility for counselling

Step 5: E-Counselling Registration (Started 22nd February 2026)

Counselling Process:

Registration opens after result declaration
Website: https://pesa.ncog.gov.in/sainikschoolecounselling
Upload required documents and certificates
Fill school preferences (choice filling)
Pay counselling fee: ₹1,000 (non-refundable)
Seat allotment based on merit, preferences, and availability

Choice Filling Strategy:

Fill maximum number of schools in order of preference
Consider home state vs other state quota carefully
Check previous year cutoffs of each school
Girls should apply to co-educational or girls-only Sainik Schools

Step 6: Medical Examination

Shortlisted candidates will undergo medical tests at allotted Sainik School:

Physical Standards Required:

For Boys (Class 6):

Height: Minimum 132 cm
Weight: Proportionate to height and age
Chest: Must have sufficient expansion (3-4 cm minimum)

For Girls (Class 6):

Height: Minimum 130 cm
Weight: Proportionate to height and age

For Boys (Class 9):

Height: Minimum 152 cm
Weight: Proportionate to height and age
Chest: Must have sufficient expansion

For Girls (Class 9):

Height: Minimum 148 cm
Weight: Proportionate to height and age

Medical Fitness Tests:

Vision test (6/6 or 6/9 correctable)
Hearing test (normal hearing required)
General physical examination
X-ray (if required)
Dental check-up

Medical Disqualifications:

Severe vision impairment not correctable
Hearing defects
Chronic diseases (asthma, diabetes, heart conditions)
Physical deformities affecting military training
Psychological/mental disorders

Step 7: Final Merit List & Admission

Final Selection Criteria:

AISSEE written exam performance (primary criterion)
Medical fitness (qualifying nature)
Document verification (mandatory)
Seat availability in chosen school

Documents Required for Final Admission:

Original Birth Certificate
Original Marksheets (Class 5 for Class 6 admission / Class 8 for Class 9)
Transfer Certificate from previous school
Character Certificate
Caste Certificate (if claiming reservation)
Domicile Certificate
Income Certificate
Medical Fitness Certificate
6-8 recent passport-size photographs
Aadhaar Card

Admission Fee Structure (Approximate – varies by school):

Admission Fee: ₹15,000 – ₹25,000
Annual Fees: ₹80,000 – ₹1,20,000 per year
Includes: Tuition, boarding, lodging, uniforms, books
RTE Quota Students: FREE education under 40% RTE seats

Sainik School Books & Syllabus 2026

Recommended Books for Class 6 AISSEE Preparation:

Mathematics:

NCERT Class 5 & 6 Mathematics
R.S. Aggarwal Mathematics Class 6
Arihant Sainik School Class 6 Guide
Lucent’s Quantitative Aptitude

General Knowledge:

Lucent’s General Knowledge
National Geographic Kids
Current Affairs magazines (last 6 months)
NCERT EVS Class 4 & 5

English Language:

Wren & Martin Grammar
NCERT English Textbooks
Oxford Junior English Translation

Intelligence/Reasoning:

R.S. Aggarwal Reasoning
Arihant Mental Ability for Class 6

Hindi:

NCERT Hindi Books Class 5 & 6

Recommended Books for Class 9 AISSEE Preparation:

Mathematics:

NCERT Mathematics Class 8 & 9
R.D. Sharma Class 9
Previous year AISSEE papers

English:

High School English Grammar (Wren & Martin)
NCERT English Class 8 & 9

General Science:

NCERT Science Class 8 & 9
S.Chand Science for Competitive Exams

Social Studies:

NCERT History, Geography, Civics Class 8 & 9
Lucent’s General Knowledge

Intelligence:

Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal

Is Sainik School Free of Cost? Fee Structure & RTE Quota

Sainik School is NOT completely free, but offers various fee concessions:

Fee Waiver Categories:

1. RTE (Right to Education) Quota – 40% Seats:

Completely FREE education including tuition, boarding, uniforms, books
For economically weaker sections
Family annual income below ₹2.5 lakh

2. Defence Personnel Children:

Significant fee concessions
Priority in admission process
Scholarship schemes available

3. SC/ST Students:

Government scholarship covers major expenses
Reduced fees compared to general category

4. Orphan Students:

Special fee waiver provisions
Case-by-case evaluation

Regular Fee Structure (Non-RTE):

Annual Fees Range: ₹80,000 – ₹1,20,000

Breakdown (approximate):

Tuition Fee: ₹40,000 – ₹60,000
Boarding & Lodging: ₹25,000 – ₹40,000
Uniforms & Books: ₹10,000 – ₹15,000
Extracurricular Activities: ₹5,000 – ₹10,000

One-time Admission Fee: ₹15,000 – ₹25,000

How Many Sainik Schools are in India?

Total Sainik Schools in India (2026): 102 Schools

Category-wise Distribution:

Old/Established Sainik Schools: 33
New Sainik Schools (NSS) – Approved: 69

State-wise List of Sainik Schools:

North Zone:

Sainik School Kunjpura (Haryana)
Sainik School Kapurthala (Punjab)
Sainik School Nagrota (Jammu & Kashmir)
Sainik School Rewari (Haryana)
Sainik School Jhunjhunu (Rajasthan)
Sainik School Chittorgarh (Rajasthan)

South Zone:

Sainik School Kazhakootam (Kerala)
Sainik School Bijapur (Karnataka)
Sainik School Amaravathinagar (Tamil Nadu)
Sainik School Kodagu (Karnataka)
Sainik School Kunjpura (Kalikiri, Andhra Pradesh)
Sainik School Korukonda (Andhra Pradesh)

East Zone:

Sainik School Gopalganj (Bihar)
Sainik School Nalanda (Bihar)
Sainik School Tilaiya (Jharkhand)
Sainik School Bhubaneswar (Odisha)
Sainik School Purulia (West Bengal)
Sainik School Goalpara (Assam)

West Zone:

Sainik School Balachadi (Gujarat)
Sainik School Satara (Maharashtra)
Sainik School Chandrapur (Maharashtra)
Sainik School Rewa (Madhya Pradesh)

Central Zone:

Sainik School Rewa (Madhya Pradesh)
Sainik School Ghorakhal (Uttarakhand)
Sainik School Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh)

Plus 69 New Sainik Schools across various states under the NSS scheme.

Important Links Table – Sainik School 2026

Link Purpose	Direct URL	Status
NTA AISSEE Official Website	https://exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/	Active
Online Application Portal	https://exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/	Closed
Admit Card Download	https://exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/	Released
Answer Key & Response Sheet	https://exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/	Active (till 14 Feb)
AISSEE Result 2026	https://exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/	Awaiting
E-Counselling Portal	https://pesa.ncog.gov.in/sainikschoolecounselling	Active (Started 22 Feb)
Sainik School Society	https://www.sainikschoolsociety.gov.in	Active
NTA Main Website	https://nta.ac.in	Active
Information Bulletin PDF	https://exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/bulletin	Available
Cutoff Marks (After Result)	https://exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/	Will be active
Merit List PDF	https://exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/	After result
NTA Helpdesk	Email: sainikschool@nta.ac.in	Active

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Hindi & English

Hindi FAQs (हिंदी में प्रश्न)

प्रश्न 1. सैनिक स्कूल में सीट कैसे मिलती है?

सैनिक स्कूल में सीट पाने के लिए National Testing Agency (NTA) द्वारा आयोजित AISSEE परीक्षा qualify करनी होती है। परीक्षा में अच्छे marks लाने के बाद E-Counselling में Registration करना होता है। फिर Medical Test pass करना अनिवार्य है। अंत में Merit List के आधार पर Final Admission मिलता है।

प्रश्न 2. क्या सामान्य लोगों को सैनिक स्कूल में एडमिशन मिल सकता है?

हां, बिल्कुल! सैनिक स्कूल में General category के candidates को admission मिलता है। हालांकि, कुछ seats Defence Personnel के बच्चों के लिए reserved होती हैं। लेकिन अधिकांश seats (Home State Quota – 67%, Other State Quota – 33%) सभी categories के लिए open हैं। इसके अलावा 40% seats RTE (Right to Education) quota के तहत economically weaker sections के लिए FREE हैं।

प्रश्न 3. सैनिक स्कूल का कट ऑफ कितना जाता है?

Sainik School का cutoff marks हर साल अलग-अलग होता है और यह school, state, और category पर depend करता है। 2026 के लिए expected cutoff:

Class 6: General category के लिए 220-240 marks (out of 300)
Class 9: General category के लिए 280-320 marks (out of 400)
SC/ST category के लिए cutoff कम होता है (लगभग 170-190 for Class 6, 220-250 for Class 9)

प्रश्न 4. सैनिक स्कूल की मेरिट सूची कब जारी होगी?

AISSEE 2026 की Merit List फरवरी/मार्च 2026 में NTA official website पर जारी होगी। Result के साथ ही Category-wise और School-wise Merit List PDF भी download के लिए उपलब्ध होगी।

प्रश्न 5. सैनिक स्कूल में 40% रूट क्या है?

40% Route का मतलब है RTE (Right to Education) Quota। यह government policy के तहत economically weaker sections (EWS) के बच्चों के लिए reserved seats हैं। इन 40% seats पर admission पूरी तरह FREE होता है – कोई tuition fees, boarding fees, या uniform charges नहीं लगती। Family की annual income ₹2.5 lakh से कम होनी चाहिए।

प्रश्न 6. 2025 में ऐसी कक्षा 9 का कटऑफ क्या है?

AISSEE 2025 (January 2025 exam) का Class 9 cutoff marks:

General: लगभग 285-310 marks (out of 400)
OBC: 255-280 marks
SC/ST: 225-250 marks ये marks approximate हैं और school-wise vary करते हैं। High-demand schools का cutoff ज्यादा होता है।

प्रश्न 7. सैनिक स्कूल मेरिट लिस्ट कैसे चेक करें?

Merit List check करने के लिए:

Visit करें: https://exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/
“AISSEE 2026 Merit List” link पर click करें
अपनी Category और School select करें
PDF download करें
अपना Application Number search करें

प्रश्न 8. क्या मैं 9 में सैनिक स्कूल ज्वाइन कर सकता हूं?

हां! Sainik School में Class 9 में भी admission होता है। आपको AISSEE Class 9 exam qualify करनी होगी। Age limit: 13 से 15 years (as on 31st March 2026)। Class 8 pass होना अनिवार्य है।

प्रश्न 9. सैनिक स्कूल में कितने मार्क्स चाहिए 2026?

Qualifying marks (minimum passing):

हर subject में 25% (60-75 marks)
Overall aggregate 40% (120 marks for Class 6, 160 marks for Class 9)

लेकिन admission पाने के लिए cutoff marks ज्यादा होते हैं:

Class 6: 220-240+ marks recommended
Class 9: 280-320+ marks recommended

प्रश्न 10. सैनिक स्कूल में एडमिशन के लिए कौन से डॉक्यूमेंट चाहिए?

जरूरी documents:

Birth Certificate (original)
Class 5 Marksheet (for Class 6) / Class 8 (for Class 9)
Transfer Certificate
Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC)
Domicile Certificate
Income Certificate (for RTE quota)
Medical Fitness Certificate
Aadhaar Card
Passport-size photographs (6-8)

English FAQs

Question 1. Is Sainik School free of cost?

Sainik School is NOT completely free, but offers significant fee concessions. Under the 40% RTE (Right to Education) quota, education is completely FREE for economically weaker sections with family income below ₹2.5 lakh annually. This covers tuition, boarding, uniforms, and books. For regular admission (non-RTE), annual fees range from ₹80,000 to ₹1,20,000 depending on the school. SC/ST students get government scholarships, and defence personnel children receive fee concessions.

Question 2. How many Schools are in Sainik School?

As of 2026, there are 102 Sainik Schools in India:

33 Old/Established Sainik Schools operating since various years
69 New Sainik Schools (NSS) approved by the government under expansion scheme

These schools are spread across different states, covering North, South, East, West, and Central zones of India.

Question 3. How to get a seat in Sainik School?

To get admission in Sainik School, follow these steps:

Apply online for AISSEE exam at exams.nta.nic.in
Appear for written exam (Class 6 or Class 9)
Qualify the exam by scoring above cutoff marks
Register for E-Counselling and fill school preferences
Pass Medical Examination at allotted Sainik School
Complete document verification
Pay admission fees and join the school

Selection is based on AISSEE exam performance, with separate cutoffs for different categories and states.

Question 4. What is the cutoff of AISSEE class 9 in 2025?

The AISSEE 2025 Class 9 cutoff marks varied by category and school:

General Category: 285-310 marks (out of 400)
OBC Category: 255-280 marks
SC/ST Category: 225-250 marks

High-demand schools like Sainik School Sujanpur Tira and Kunjpura had cutoffs near 310-320 marks, while schools like Kapurthala and Tilaiya had lower cutoffs around 270-285 marks.

Question 5. What is the cutoff of Sainik School in 2026?

The official AISSEE 2026 cutoff will be declared with the result in February/March 2026. Based on expert analysis and previous trends:

Expected Class 6 Cutoff 2026:

General: 220-240 marks (out of 300)
OBC: 200-220 marks
SC/ST: 170-190 marks

Expected Class 9 Cutoff 2026:

General: 280-320 marks (out of 400)
OBC: 250-280 marks
SC/ST: 220-250 marks

Question 6. What are the physical standards required for Sainik School?

For Boys:

Class 6: Height minimum 132 cm, proportionate weight, chest expansion 3-4 cm
Class 9: Height minimum 152 cm, proportionate weight, chest expansion required

For Girls:

Class 6: Height minimum 130 cm, proportionate weight
Class 9: Height minimum 148 cm, proportionate weight

Medical Fitness:

Vision: 6/6 or 6/9 (correctable with glasses)
No chronic diseases (asthma, diabetes, heart conditions)
No physical deformities affecting military training
Normal hearing capacity

Question 7. When will the Sainik School result 2026 be declared?

NTA will declare the AISSEE 2026 Result in February/March 2026 (expected). The result will be available on the official website: https://exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/

Candidates will need their Application Number and Date of Birth to check results. The scorecard will include subject-wise marks, total score, and qualifying status.

Question 8. Can general category students get admission in Sainik School?

Yes, absolutely! General category students can get admission in Sainik Schools. While some seats are reserved for Defence personnel children, majority of seats are available under:

Home State Quota (67%): For domicile candidates of the state where school is located
Other State Quota (33%): For candidates from other states
Both quotas are open to all categories including General

General category students need to score higher in the entrance exam compared to reserved categories, but admission is definitely possible based on merit.

Question 9. What is the exam pattern for Sainik School Class 6?