AISSEE 2027: Apply by 2 December for admission to Class 6 and Class 9 in Sainik Schools
The National Testing Agency (NTA) issued a public notice on 3 November 2026 inviting online applications for AISSEE-2027, the entrance exam for admission to Class 6 and Class 9 in Sainik Schools. Applications are open from 3 November to 2 December 2026 for the 2027-28 academic year.
What this means for you
If a child in your family wants admission to Class 6 or Class 9 in a Sainik School, you have to fill the form online yourself. Both the form and the fee must be completed by 5 pm on 2 December 2026. A late window with an extra Rs 500 fee runs till 6 December 2026.
Key facts
- Online applications: 3 November 2026 to 2 December 2026, up to 5 pm
- Last date for fee payment: 2 December 2026, up to 5 pm
- Late applications with Rs 500 late fee: 3 to 6 December 2026 (payment up to 5 pm)
- Correction in particulars: 7 to 9 December 2026
- Exam date: 31 January 2027; admit cards from 25 January 2027
- Pen-and-paper OMR exam; 50 minutes for Class 6 and 80 minutes for Class 9
What has happened
The National Testing Agency (NTA) issued a public notice on 3 November 2026 inviting online applications for the All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE)-2027. The Sainik Schools Society has given NTA the responsibility of conducting this exam.
The exam is for admission to Class 6 and Class 9 in Sainik Schools and New Sainik Schools across the country for the academic year 2027-28.
Who is affected
Families whose children want to study in a Sainik School. Admission is through this entrance exam, so applying first is necessary. Applications are accepted online only.
What are the dates
Online applications can be submitted from 3 November 2026 to 2 December 2026, up to 5 pm. The fee must also be paid within this period through credit/debit card, net banking or UPI.
Those who miss this window can apply from 3 December 2026 to 6 December 2026 with a late fee of Rs 500. The fee payment in this window must also be completed by 5 pm on 6 December 2026.
Corrections in the application particulars can be made from 7 December 2026 to 9 December 2026.
What is the exam like
The exam will be held on 31 January 2027. It will be a pen-and-paper test with OMR sheets, and the questions will be Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ).
The Class 6 exam will be of 50 minutes and is available in three mediums. The Class 9 exam will be of 80 minutes and will be held only in English medium.
The city of examination will be announced on 21 January 2027, and admit cards can be downloaded from the NTA website from 25 January 2027. The date of results will be announced later on the website.
How to apply
Apply online only at the NTA website https://exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/. Fill the form carefully and read the AISSEE 2027 Information Bulletin before applying.
Details such as the scheme, duration, medium and syllabus of the exam, eligibility criteria, the list of Sainik Schools and New Sainik Schools with their tentative intake, reservation of seats, exam cities and passing requirements are given in this Information Bulletin, available on the NTA website.
Where to get help
For any query, call the NTA help desk at 011-40759000 or 011-69227700, or write to [email protected]. Keep checking the NTA website for the latest updates.
Questions and answers
When is the last date to apply for AISSEE 2027?
2 December 2026, up to 5 pm. Both filling the form and paying the fee must be done within this time.
Can I apply late for AISSEE 2027?
Yes, applications with a late fee of Rs 500 are accepted from 3 to 6 December 2026. The fee payment in this window must also be completed by 5 pm on 6 December 2026.
On which date is the AISSEE 2027 exam?
The exam is on 31 January 2027. The city of examination will be announced on 21 January 2027 and admit cards can be downloaded from the NTA website from 25 January 2027.
What is the difference between the Class 6 and Class 9 exams?
The Class 6 exam is of 50 minutes and is held in three mediums. The Class 9 exam is of 80 minutes and is held only in English medium. Both are MCQ-based and held in pen-and-paper OMR mode.
Where do I apply and where can I get help?
Apply only online at https://exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/. For any query, call the NTA help desk at 011-40759000 or 011-69227700, or email [email protected].
Source: NTA, "Inviting Online Application for All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE)- 2027 reg.", 3 November 2026. Read the original notice
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