Sainik School Admission 2025: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the official notification for the All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2025. This exam facilitates admission to Class VI and Class IX in 33 Sainik Schools across India for the academic session 2025–2026.
Sainik Schools are English-medium residential schools affiliated with CBSE and managed by the Sainik Schools Society under the Ministry of Defence. These schools aim to prepare students for prestigious military academies like the National Defence Academy (NDA) and the Indian Naval Academy (INA).
Sainik School Admission 2025 Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2025 |
| Academic Session | 2025–2026 |
| Exam Date | 19th January 2025 (Sunday) |
| Mode of Exam | Pen Paper (OMR-based) |
| Exam Pattern | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Sainik School in Assam | Sainik School, Goalpara |
| Seats in Sainik School, Goalpara | Class VI: 80 |
Table of Contents
Reservation Details
- 67% Seats: Reserved for candidates domiciled in the State/UT where the Sainik School is located.
- 33% Seats: Reserved for candidates from other States/UTs.
Eligibility Criteria for AISSEE 2025
Class VI
- Age: Must be between 10 and 12 years as on 31st March 2025.
- Date of Birth Range: 1st April 2013 to 31st March 2015 (both inclusive).
- Admission is open for girls in Class VI.
Class IX
- Age: Must be between 13 and 15 years as on 31st March 2025.
- Date of Birth Range: 1st April 2010 to 31st March 2012 (both inclusive).
- Admission is open for girls, subject to availability of vacancies.
- Candidates must have passed the Class VIII examination from a recognized school.
Examination Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | ₹650/- |
| Others | ₹800/- |
Fees are to be paid online via debit/credit cards, net banking, or UPI.
Exam Duration
- Class VI: 150 minutes
- Class IX: 180 minutes
How to Apply for Sainik School Admission 2025?
Eligible candidates can follow the steps below to apply online for AISSEE 2025:
- Scroll down to the Important Web-Links section.
- Click on the link for Sainik School Admission Form.
- Fill in the required details and upload the necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee based on your category.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting Date of Application | 24th December 2024 |
| Last Date of Application | 13th January 2025 |
| Admit Card Download | To be updated |
| Entrance Exam Date | 19th January 2025 (Sunday) |
| Merit List Publication | To be updated |
Exam Scheme
Class VI Exam Pattern
| Section | Topic | No. of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Language | 25 | 50 |
| B | Mathematics | 50 | 150 |
| C | Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| D | General Knowledge | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 125 | 300 |
Class IX Exam Pattern
| Section | Topic | No. of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Mathematics | 50 | 200 |
| B | Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| C | English | 25 | 50 |
| D | General Science | 25 | 50 |
| E | Social Science | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 150 | 400 |
Qualifying Marks
- Minimum 25% marks in each subject and 40% aggregate marks to qualify.
- SC/ST candidates are admitted based on inter-se merit within their category.
Exam Centres in Assam
- Guwahati
- Goalpara
- Sonitpur
- Dibrugarh
Important Web-Links
| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| Sainik School Admission Form | Click Here |
| Information Brochure | Click Here |
| Admission Notice | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
How many seats are available in Sainik School, Goalpara?
There are 120 seats available: 80 for Class VI and 40 for Class IX.
When does the application process for AISSEE 2025 start?
The application process begins on 24th December 2024.
What is the last date to apply for Sainik School Admission 2025?
The last date to apply is 13th January 2025.