All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2027 Application Form Start, Notification Released by NTA
AISSEE 2027: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the public notice for the All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2027 on 3 November 2026. The examination will be conducted for admission to Class 6 and Class 9 in 33 existing Sainik Schools, Class 6 in 80 approved New Sainik Schools, and Class 9 in 40 New Sainik Schools for the academic session 2027-28. NTA conducts the entrance examination on behalf of the Sainik Schools Society (SSS), and the detailed Information Bulletin has also been released. The online application process has started on 3 November 2026 and will continue until 2 December 2026 at 11:50 PM. Candidates who are unable to apply within the regular application period can submit their forms during the late application window from 3 December to 6 December 2026 by paying an additional late fee of Rs. 500.
The application fee is Rs. 850 for General, Defence and OBC-NCL candidates, while SC and ST candidates are required to pay Rs. 700. The AISSEE 2027 examination will be conducted on Sunday, 31 January 2027, in offline pen-and-paper (OMR) mode. The question paper will consist of multiple-choice questions, and there will be no negative marking. The Class 6 entrance examination will carry 300 marks and have a duration of 150 minutes. The paper will be available in 13 languages. The Class 9 examination will carry 400 marks, with a duration of 180 minutes, and will be conducted in English only. Both boys and girls are eligible to apply for admission to Class 6 and Class 9, subject to the prescribed eligibility conditions.
Important Dates
Candidates applying for the All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2027 should note the following important dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Public Notice Release Date | 3 November 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 3 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online and Pay Fee | 2 December 2026 (11:50 PM) |
| Late Application Window (Late Fee of Rs. 500) | 3 December to 6 December 2026 (11:50 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 7 December to 9 December 2026 (11:50 PM) |
| Advance Exam City Intimation Slip | 11 January 2027 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 25 January 2027 |
| AISSEE 2027 Exam Date | 31 January 2027 (Sunday) |
| Class VI Exam Timing | 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM |
| Class IX Exam Timing | 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM |
| Result Date | To be announced |
Application Fee
Candidates must pay the following application fee according to their category:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC-NCL / Wards of Defence Personnel and Ex-Servicemen | Rs. 850 |
| SC / ST | Rs. 700 |
| Late Fee (3 December to 6 December 2026) | Rs. 500 (additional) |
Payment Mode: Candidates can pay the application fee online through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
Age Limit and Eligibility for AISSEE 2027
The age limit for admission to Class VI and Class IX will be calculated as of 31 March 2027. The prescribed age criteria are given below.
| Class | Age Limit | Date of Birth | Other Eligibility Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class VI | 10 to 12 years | 1 April 2015 to 31 March 2017 | Both boys and girls can apply. For New Sainik Schools, candidates must have passed or be appearing in Class V. |
| Class IX | 13 to 15 years | 1 April 2012 to 31 March 2014 | Candidates must have passed Class VIII from a recognised school at the time of admission. Girls can apply, subject to the availability of seats. |
Candidates should carefully check the age and educational eligibility requirements before submitting the application form.
AISSEE 2027 Selection Process
The selection process for AISSEE 2027 will include the following stages:
- Written Entrance Examination: Candidates will have to appear for an offline, OMR-based examination consisting of multiple-choice questions on 31 January 2027.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: Candidates must score at least 25% marks in each subject and 40% marks in aggregate. The minimum qualifying marks requirement does not apply to SC/ST candidates seeking admission to existing Sainik Schools, as per the applicable rules.
- Merit List: Merit lists will be prepared school-wise, category-wise, gender-wise and according to Home State and Other State quotas.
- Medical Examination: Shortlisted candidates will have to undergo the prescribed medical examination.
- Document Verification and Admission: Eligible candidates will have to complete document verification and the e-Counselling process for admission.
AISSEE 2027 Exam Pattern
- The exam pattern for Class VI and Class IX is given below. There is no negative marking.
| Class | Subject | Questions | Marks |
| Class VI (150 Minutes) | Language | 25 | 50 |
| Mathematics | 50 | 150 | |
| Intelligence | 25 | 50 | |
| General Knowledge | 25 | 50 | |
| Total | 125 | 300 | |
| Class IX (180 Minutes) | Mathematics | 50 | 200 |
| Intelligence | 25 | 50 | |
| English | 25 | 50 | |
| General Science | 25 | 50 | |
| Social Science | 25 | 50 | |
| Total | 150 | 400 |
- The Class VI exam can be written in English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu or Urdu.
- The Class IX exam is in English only. In the 33 existing Sainik Schools, 67% of seats are reserved for Home State candidates and 33% for Other States.
- Within these, 15% are for SC, 7.5% for ST and 27% for OBC (NCL), and 25% of the remaining seats are for wards of defence personnel and ex-servicemen.
How to Apply for AISSEE 2027
Candidates can follow the steps below to complete the online application process for AISSEE 2027:
- Visit the official AISSEE website at exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society.
- Read the AISSEE 2027 Information Bulletin carefully to understand the eligibility conditions and application requirements.
- Click on the Registration for AISSEE 2027 link and register using the parent’s mobile number and email ID.
- Log in to the application portal and enter the candidate’s personal and educational details.
- Select the class for which admission is required (Class VI or Class IX) and choose the preferred examination cities and schools.
- Upload the required documents, including the candidate’s photograph, signature, thumb impression, domicile certificate and category certificate, wherever applicable.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 850 or Rs. 700, depending on the candidate’s category, through the available online payment gateway.
- Submit the application form before 2 December 2026 at 11:50 PM.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
AISSEE 2027 Notification PDF & Apply Online Form Link
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Short Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs for AISSEE 2027
- Q1. When will the AISSEE 2027 examination be conducted?
- The All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2027 will be held on Sunday, 31 January 2027, in offline pen-and-paper (OMR) mode. The Class VI examination will take place from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM, while the Class IX examination will be conducted from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
- Q2. What is the last date to apply for AISSEE 2027?
- The last date to submit the AISSEE 2027 online application form and pay the application fee is 2 December 2026 at 11:50 PM. Candidates who miss the regular deadline can apply from 3 December to 6 December 2026 by paying an additional late fee of Rs. 500.
- Q3. What is the application fee for AISSEE 2027?
- The application fee is Rs. 850 for General, OBC-NCL, Defence Personnel and Ex-Servicemen categories. SC and ST candidates have to pay Rs. 700. The fee can be paid online. Candidates applying during the late submission period from 3 December to 6 December 2026 must also pay an additional late fee of Rs. 500.
- Q4. Can girls apply for AISSEE 2027?
- Yes, both boys and girls can apply for admission to Class VI and Class IX through AISSEE 2027. However, admission of girls to Class IX will depend on the availability of seats in the respective Sainik Schools.