Sainik School National Games 2026: 544 cadets compete at Bijapur from 3-7 November
The Sainik Schools Society under the Defence Ministry is holding the fourth All India Sainik Schools National Games (AISSNG) 2026 from 3 to 7 November 2026 at Sainik School Bijapur, Vijayapura, Karnataka. A total of 544 cadets, including 296 boys and 248 girls, are taking part.
What this means for you
These games are for cadets of Sainik Schools, so ordinary readers have nothing to apply for or pay. Parents whose children study in a Sainik School can ask the school whether their team is taking part. Others can simply follow it as a school sports event.
Key facts
- Games run 3 to 7 November 2026 at Sainik School Bijapur (Vijayapura), Karnataka
- 544 participants in all: 296 boys and 248 girls
- Teams from 30 old and 13 new Sainik Schools
- Events include basketball, volleyball, track and field, debate and quiz
- Closing ceremony on 7 November 2026, with Defence Minister of State Sanjay Seth as chief guest
What is happening
The Sainik Schools Society of the Defence Ministry is holding the fourth edition of the All India Sainik Schools National Games (AISSNG) 2026. The five-day event is running from 3 to 7 November 2026 at Sainik School Bijapur, Vijayapura, in Karnataka. The notice is dated 6 November 2026.
How many cadets and which schools
A total of 544 participants are taking part, including 296 boys and 248 girls. They represent 30 old and 13 new Sainik Schools. The teams include the winners from all eight regions that took part in regional competitions.
Which sports are included
The championship includes basketball for junior boys and girls and volleyball for junior boys. Track and field events are being held for both boys and girls in the sub-junior and junior categories. These include the 100m, 200m and 400m sprints, the 1500m race and the 4x100m relay. Long jump is also being held in both categories. Debate and quiz competitions are part of the event as well.
Who will attend the closing ceremony
The five-day games will close on 7 November 2026. Defence Minister of State Sanjay Seth will be chief guest at the ceremony. Navy Chief Admiral Krishna Swaminathan and M B Patil, an alumnus of Sainik School Bijapur, will also attend. Patil is Karnataka’s Minister for Large and Medium Industries and Infrastructure Development. Other dignitaries, senior officials and distinguished alumni are also expected.
About the host school
Sainik School Bijapur has completed 63 years of service in providing quality education. Its motto is “Ajeet Hai Abheet Hai”. According to the notice, hosting the national games reflects the schools’ effort to carry forward their traditions of discipline, harmony, sportsmanship and excellence.
What this means for ordinary readers
The event is for Sainik School cadets, so there is nothing for the general public to apply for and no deadline to meet. Parents whose children study at a Sainik School can check with the school whether their team is taking part.
Questions and answers
When and where are the Sainik School National Games 2026 being held?
From 3 to 7 November 2026 at Sainik School Bijapur, Vijayapura, Karnataka. This is the fourth edition of the All India Sainik Schools National Games.
How many cadets are taking part?
A total of 544 participants, including 296 boys and 248 girls. They represent 30 old and 13 new Sainik Schools.
Which sports are included?
Basketball (junior boys and girls), volleyball (junior boys), track and field events, plus debate and quiz competitions. Track events include 100m, 200m and 400m sprints, the 1500m race, the 4x100m relay and long jump.
Can any student take part in these games?
No, according to the notice only Sainik School teams are taking part. The teams include winners of regional competitions from all eight regions.
Who will attend the closing ceremony?
Defence Minister of State Sanjay Seth will be chief guest at the closing ceremony on 7 November 2026. Navy Chief Admiral Krishna Swaminathan and Sainik School Bijapur alumnus M B Patil will also attend.
Source: PIB, "अखिल भारतीय सैनिक स्कूल राष्ट्रीय खेल (एआईएसएसएनजी) सैनिक स्कूल बीजापुर में 03 से 07 नवंबर 2026 तक चलेंगे", 6 November 2026. Read the original notice
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