AISSEE 2027 Application Form – Apply Online for Sainik School Admission, Class 6 and 9
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the Information Bulletin for the All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2027. The examination is conducted for admission to Class 6 and Class 9 in Sainik Schools and approved New Sainik Schools for the academic session 2027–28.
Eligible students can submit the AISSEE 2027 Application Form online from 03 November 2026 to 02 December 2026. The entrance examination will be held on 31 January 2027 in offline OMR mode. Both boys and girls can apply, subject to the age requirements and availability of seats in the selected school.
AISSEE 2027 Admission Overview
AISSEE is a national-level entrance examination conducted by NTA for students seeking admission to Sainik Schools. Admission is based on entrance examination performance, e-counselling, medical fitness and document verification.
| Particulars | Details |
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| Examination Name | All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2027 |
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Academic Session | 2027–28 |
| Admission For | Class 6 and Class 9 |
| Schools | Sainik Schools and Approved New Sainik Schools |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Exam Date | 31 January 2027 |
| Application Start Date | 03 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 02 December 2026 |
| Official Website | https://exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/ |
| Category | School Admission / Entrance Examination |
Important Dates for AISSEE 2027
Candidates should check the following AISSEE 2027 Important Dates before submitting the application form.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification / Information Bulletin | 03 November 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 03 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 02 December 2026 (11:50 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 02 December 2026 (11:50 PM) |
| Late Application Window | 03–06 December 2026 |
| Late Fee | ₹500 |
| Last Date with Late Fee | 06 December 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 07–09 December 2026 |
| Advance City Intimation Slip | 11 January 2027 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 25 January 2027 |
| AISSEE 2027 Exam Date | 31 January 2027 |
| Answer Key / OMR Sheet | Notified Later |
| Result Declaration | Notified Later |
| Counselling Date | Notified Later |
Courses and Classes Offered under AISSEE 2027
AISSEE 2027 is conducted for admission to the following classes in Sainik Schools and approved New Sainik Schools.
| School Type | Class | Academic Session |
|---|---|---|
| Existing Sainik Schools | Class 6 | 2027–28 |
| Existing Sainik Schools | Class 9 | 2027–28 |
| Approved New Sainik Schools | Class 6 | 2027–28 |
| Approved New Sainik Schools | Class 9 | 2027–28 (only eligible schools with Class 9 progression) |
There is no separate course duration mentioned in the notification. Students are admitted to the respective school class after completing the entrance examination and admission process.
Eligibility Criteria for AISSEE 2027
Candidates must fulfil the prescribed age and educational requirements to apply for Sainik School Admission 2027.
Class 6 Admission
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The candidate must be between 10 and 12 years of age as on 31 March 2027.
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Date of birth must be between 01 April 2015 and 31 March 2017, both dates inclusive.
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Both boys and girls are eligible to apply.
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Candidates should check the availability of seats for girls in the selected school.
Class 9 Admission
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The candidate must be between 13 and 15 years of age as on 31 March 2027.
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Date of birth must be between 01 April 2012 and 31 March 2014, both dates inclusive.
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The candidate must have passed Class 8 from a recognised school at the time of admission.
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Both boys and girls can apply, subject to the availability of vacancies.
Eligibility for Approved New Sainik Schools: Certain admission routes have additional conditions. In particular, candidates applying under the 60% route must already be studying in the approved New Sainik School where they are seeking admission. Students should check the relevant school-specific requirements before applying.
Seat Details for AISSEE 2027
AISSEE 2027 offers admission to existing Sainik Schools and approved New Sainik Schools. The tentative school-wise intake and vacancies are provided in the Information Bulletin appendices.
| Admission Level | Total Seats |
|---|---|
| Class 6 | Refer to the school-wise vacancy list |
| Class 9 | Refer to the school-wise vacancy list |
The number of seats may vary by school, class, gender and category. Candidates should check the vacancy details in the official AISSEE 2027 Information Bulletin and the selected school’s website before filling out the application form.
Application Fee for AISSEE 2027
The application fee for AISSEE 2027 is as follows:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹850 |
| Wards of Defence Personnel / Ex-Servicemen | ₹850 |
| OBC-NCL (Central List) | ₹850 |
| SC / ST | ₹700 |
Late Fee: Candidates applying during the late application window must pay an additional ₹500.
The fee can be paid online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI using the available SBI Bank or Union Bank payment gateway. Applicable bank charges and taxes may be extra. The application fee is non-refundable.
Selection Process for AISSEE 2027
The AISSEE 2027 admission process includes the following stages:
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Online application submission.
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Written entrance examination.
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Display of answer keys and result declaration.
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Preparation of school-wise and category-wise merit lists.
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Registration and participation in e-counselling.
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Medical fitness examination.
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Verification of original documents.
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Final admission against available seats.
Qualifying AISSEE does not automatically guarantee admission. Final admission depends on merit position, seat availability, medical fitness and fulfilment of other eligibility conditions.
AISSEE 2027 Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The AISSEE 2027 examination will be conducted in offline mode using OMR answer sheets. All questions will be objective-type multiple-choice questions. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
Class 6 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Language | 25 | 50 |
| Mathematics | 50 | 150 |
| Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| General Knowledge | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 125 | 300 |
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Exam Duration: 150 minutes
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Exam Timing: 02:00 PM to 04:30 PM
Class 9 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 50 | 200 |
| Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| English | 25 | 50 |
| General Science | 25 | 50 |
| Social Science | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 150 | 400 |
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Exam Duration: 180 minutes
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Exam Timing: 02:00 PM to 05:00 PM
Important: The Class 6 question paper is available in English, Hindi and several regional languages. The Class 9 examination is conducted in English only.
AISSEE 2027 Syllabus
The major topics mentioned in the Information Bulletin include:
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Class 6 Mathematics: Natural numbers, LCM and HCF, fractions, ratio and proportion, profit and loss, percentage, average, area and perimeter, simple interest, angles and measurement.
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Class 6 Intelligence: Analogies, patterns, classification, visual reasoning, series, sequences and logical reasoning.
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Class 6 Language: Comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, synonyms, antonyms, tenses, sentence formation and spelling.
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Class 9 Mathematics: Rational numbers, linear equations, triangles, Pythagoras theorem, percentage, profit and loss, algebra, mensuration, statistics and probability.
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Class 9 Intelligence: Analogies, patterns, classification, series, sequences, logical reasoning and problem-solving.
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Class 9 English: Comprehension, synonyms, antonyms, prepositions, articles, tenses, modals, sentence improvement, voice and grammar.
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Class 9 General Science and Social Science: Topics prescribed in the AISSEE 2027 Information Bulletin.
Students should refer to the official syllabus appendices for the complete topic-wise details.
Counselling Process for AISSEE 2027
Admission to Sainik Schools and approved New Sainik Schools will be conducted through e-counselling. Candidates who qualify in AISSEE 2027 must participate in the counselling process.
The main steps are:
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Register for e-counselling as instructed by the Sainik School Society.
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Select the eligible school and admission preferences.
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Check the merit list and seat allotment result.
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Complete document verification.
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Attend the prescribed medical examination.
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Complete the school’s admission formalities and fee payment.
Admission will be based on the candidate’s merit position, school-wise vacancies, category, gender, domicile and medical fitness.
How to Apply for AISSEE 2027?
Eligible candidates can follow these steps to complete the AISSEE 2027 Online Application Form:
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Visit the official NTA AISSEE website: https://exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/
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Open the AISSEE 2027 registration link.
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Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
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Log in with the generated application details.
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Fill in the application form with personal, academic and school preference details.
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Upload the photograph, signature, thumb impression and required certificates.
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Pay the application fee through the available online payment methods.
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Review the information entered in the form.
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Submit the application and download the confirmation page.
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Keep a printed copy of the application confirmation page for future reference.
The application process is completely online. Candidates are not required to send the confirmation page or other documents to NTA by post.
Required Documents for AISSEE 2027
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before starting the online application:
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Recent passport-size photograph.
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Scanned signature.
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Left-hand thumb impression (right-hand thumb impression may be used if necessary).
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Date of Birth Certificate issued by the competent authority.
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Domicile Certificate.
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Caste / Community / Category Certificate, if applicable.
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Defence service certificate, where applicable.
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PPO for ex-servicemen, where applicable.
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Principal’s certificate for students currently studying in an approved New Sainik School, where applicable.
Photograph and signature files must follow the prescribed JPG size limits. Certificates should be uploaded in PDF format as specified in the Information Bulletin.
Important Instructions for Students
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Only online applications will be accepted.
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A candidate should submit only one application for the relevant admission level.
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Enter the candidate’s name, date of birth, category and domicile details carefully.
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The correction window will be available only once, from 07 to 09 December 2026.
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Keep the application number and password confidential.
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The application is considered successfully submitted only after fee payment and generation of the confirmation page.
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The examination centre, date and time mentioned on the admit card cannot be changed on request.
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Check the official NTA website and the selected school’s website regularly for admission updates.
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Read the Information Bulletin carefully before submitting the form.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – AISSEE 2027
Q1. When will the AISSEE 2027 application form start?
The AISSEE 2027 online application process started on 03 November 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for AISSEE 2027?
The last date to submit the application form without a late fee is 02 December 2026.
Q3. What is the AISSEE 2027 examination date?
The AISSEE 2027 examination is scheduled for 31 January 2027.
Q4. Which classes are covered under Sainik School Admission 2027?
Admission is offered to Class 6 and Class 9 in existing Sainik Schools and eligible approved New Sainik Schools.
Q5. What is the age limit for AISSEE Class 6 Admission 2027?
Candidates must be between 10 and 12 years of age as on 31 March 2027. Their date of birth must fall between 01 April 2015 and 31 March 2017.
Q6. What is the age limit for AISSEE Class 9 Admission 2027?
Candidates must be between 13 and 15 years of age as on 31 March 2027 and must have passed Class 8 from a recognised school at the time of admission.
Q7. What is the application fee for AISSEE 2027?
The application fee is ₹850 for General, Defence wards, ex-servicemen wards and OBC-NCL candidates. For SC/ST candidates, it is ₹700.
Q8. Is there negative marking in AISSEE 2027?
No, there is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
Q9. Can girls apply for Sainik School Admission 2027?
Yes, girls can apply for Class 6 and Class 9, subject to the availability of seats and vacancies in the selected school.
