The central government has launched three new Sainik Schools in the country. This decision will increase the number of admissions in Sainik Schools nationwide. The application process has begun for parents who wish to enroll their children in a Sainik School.
Admission 2026: The application process for Sainik School is ongoing online. Interested candidates and their parents can fill out the form by visiting the website exams.nta.nic.in. The last date for application is October 30, 2025.
The entrance exam will be conducted in January 2026. This examination will be held for admission to Class 6 and Class 9.
3 New Sainik Schools Launched by the Central Government
The government has established three new Sainik Schools in the country, which will provide more seat opportunities for students. The names of the new schools are as follows:
- Shri SPK Public Senior Secondary School, Namakkal, Tamil Nadu (Residential)
- Vadem Nagar Higher Secondary School, Vasco-Goa, Goa (Residential)
- Yogeshwari Sainik School, Ambajogai, Beed, Maharashtra (Day Boarding)
Students applying for admission to these schools will have to appear for the examination under AISSEE 2026.
Nationwide Admission Opportunities
Through AISSEE 2026, the application process for Class 6 and Class 9 is ongoing in various Sainik Schools across the country.
- 69 new Sainik Schools are included for Class 6.
- Admission facilities are available in 19 new Sainik Schools for Class 9.
Thus, the total number of Sainik Schools and available seats nationwide has increased. Parents who wish to enroll their children in Sainik School can apply online by October 30, 2025.
The entrance exam will be conducted in January 2026. Through this examination, eligible and competent students will be able to gain admission to their preferred Sainik School.
AISSEE 2026 Application Process
The application process for Sainik School Admission 2026 is entirely online. Follow these steps to apply:
- First, visit the official website exams.nta.nic.in.
- On the homepage, click on the 'Sainik School Society' link.
- In the 'LATEST NEWS' section, click on the 'Registration for AISSEE-2026 Examination is LIVE!' link.
- Now, complete the registration process by filling in the required information.
- After registration, fill in the remaining details in the form.
- Submit the prescribed fee and the fully completed form.
- Take a printout of the form and keep it safe for future reference.
Please note that all information entered in the form must be correct and complete. Providing incorrect information may lead to the rejection of the application.
AISSEE 2026 Application Fee
The application fee for Sainik School Admission 2026 is set as follows:
- General, OBC (NCL), Defence/ Ex-Serviceman: Rs. 850
- SC / ST categories: Rs. 700
The fee can only be submitted through online mode. After submitting the fee, candidates should keep the receipt safe.
