The National Testing Agency will conduct the All India Sainik School Entrance Examination 2025 for admission class 6 & 9 in Sainik school/ New Sainik Schools across in our country , academic year 2025-26. The exam serves as the entry point for students who wish to join Sainik Schools which aim to prepare for future careers in the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force.
AISSEE Exam Date 2025 for Class 6 & 9
The Sainik School entrance exam is typically held in January every year. However, the exact date of the exam can vary slightly from year to year. For 2025, the exam date for Class 6 and Class 9 is expected to fall around the first last week of January or first week of February. The official date will be announced on the official Sainik School website closer to the exam year 2025.
In the following table we will see the date for the Sainik School Exam 2025 for both Class 6 and Class 9, including important dates for application submission, admit card release and result declaration.
| Online Form Submit Last Date | 13/01/2025 to 5:00 PM |
| Last Date Fee Payment | 14/01/2025 to 11:50 PM |
| Correction Last Date | 16/01/2025 to 18/01/2025 |
| Admit Card Date | January Last Week |
| Mode Of Exam | Offline {OMR sheet based} |
| Exam Pattern | MCQ { Multiple Choice Question } |
| Exam Cities | 190 Cities in All India |
| Exam Date | February First Week |
Duration of Exam :
| Class | Duration | From | To |
| 6th | 150 Min | 02:00 PM | 04:30 PM |
| 9th | 180 Min | 02:00 PM | 05:00 Pm |
Scheme of Exam :
For Class 6th Standard
| Section | Subject | No. of Question | Marks of Each Correct answer | Total Marks |
| A | Language | 25 | 2 | 50 |
| B | Mathematics | 50 | 3 | 150 |
| C | Intelligence | 25 | 2 | 50 |
| D | General Knowledge | 25 | 2 | 50 |
| Total | 125 | 300 |
For Class 9th Standard
| Section | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks of each correct answer | Total Marks |
| A | Mathematics | 50 | 4 | 200 |
| B | Intelligence | 25 | 2 | 50 |
| C | English | 25 | 2 | 50 |
| D | General Science | 25 | 2 | 50 |
| E | Social Science | 25 | 2 | 50 |
| Total | 150 | 400 |
Fee Details :
| Category | Fee Payable |
| General/ Wards of Defence personal and ex-servicemen/OBC | 800 Rupee |
| SC / ST | 650 Rupee |
Eligibility Criteria For Sainik School :
1. Eligibility for Class 6 2025
- Age Limit: The candidate must be between 10 and 11 years old as of 31st March 2025.
- Educational Qualification: The candidate must have passed Class 5 or be currently enrolled in Class 5 from a recognized school.
2. Eligibility for Class 9 2025
- Age Limit: The candidate must be between 13 and 14 years old as of 31st March 2025.
- Educational Qualification: The candidate must have passed Class 8 or be currently enrolled in Class 8 from a recognized school.
Passing Marks for Admission Class 6th& 9th 2025 :
A candidate is eligible for admission to Sainik Schools, if he/she secures a minimum of 25% marks in each subject of the exam and 40% marks in of all subject of AISSEE 2025. Admission will be based on e-counselling as per the merit list of AISSEE 2025 , medical fitness and verification of documents.
In case a SC/ST/OBC category candidates comes in the general merit , he or she would be admitted against general seat and will be adjusted against the reserved share of SC/ST/OBC seats.
After Passing Exam Admission Process in AISSEE :
Interview and Medical Examination 2025 :
After the written exam results are declared, candidates will be called for the next stages of the selection process:
- Interview: The interview round is designed to assess the personality, communication skills and leadership potential of the candidates. It is conducted by the respective Sainik Schools.
- Medical Examination: Candidates who clear the interview are required to undergo a medical examination to ensure they are physically fit to join the school.
Both the interview and medical exam are usually conducted in March and April and candidates must pass both stages to secure admission to the Sainik School.
Final Merit List 2025 :
After the interview and medical examination, the final merit list will be prepared based on the candidate’s performance in the written exam, interview and medical examination. The final list will be published on the official website of Sainik Schools in May 2025. Candidates whose names appear in the merit list will be offered admission to the respective Sainik Schools.
Preparation Tips for Sainik School Exam 2025 :
Preparing for the Sainik School entrance exam 2025 requires focus, dedication and time management. Here are some tips to help you prepare for AISSEE 2025;
- Understand the Exam Pattern and Syllabus: Familiarize yourself with the exam pattern and syllabus to know what to expect.
- Practice Regularly: Regular practice of subjects like Mathematics and English will help you gain confidence.
- Time Management: Create a study timetable and stick to it. Divide your time wisely between all subjects.
- Stay Updated on General Knowledge: Read newspapers, magazines, and general knowledge books to stay updated on current affairs.
- Solve Previous Year Papers: Solving previous year question papers will give you a better understanding of the exam format and help you improve your speed and accuracy.
- Stay Physically Fit: Physical fitness is an important part of Sainik School life, so stay active and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Conclusion :
The Sainik School entrance exam is an important for students who dream of joining the good institutions that future leaders for the Indian Armed Forces. By understanding the exam dates, eligibility criteria, syllabus and preparation strategies, candidates can chances of success. Keep an eye on the official Sainik School website for the latest updates regarding the exam date and other important information. Sainik School OFFICIAL WEBSITE URL https://exams.nta.ac.in/AISSEE/
Good luck with your preparations for the Sainik School Exam 2025! Stay focused, stay disciplined and aim high!