All India Sainik Schools Entrance Exam-AISSEE

The All India Sainik Schools Entrance Exam (AISSEE) is a national-level entrance examination conducted annually by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the Sainik Schools Society.

It serves as the gateway for admission into Sainik Schools across India—institutions that combine academic excellence with military-style discipline, preparing students for prestigious defence careers like the National Defence Academy (NDA).

About The Exasm

  • Exam Level: National

  • Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)

  • Frequency: Once a year

  • Classes: VI & IX

  • Mode: Offline (OMR-based MCQ exam)

  • Medium: Multiple languages (Class VI), English (Class IX)

Exam Pattern

  • Class VI

    • Subjects: Mathematics, Intelligence, Language, General Knowledge

    • Total Marks: 300

    • Duration: 150 minutes

    Class IX

    • Subjects: Mathematics, Intelligence, English, General Science, Social Science

    • Total Marks: 400

    • Duration: 180 minutes

    👉 Questions are objective (MCQs) with no negative marking

Eligibility Criteria

  • Class VI: Age 10–12 years

  • Class IX: Age 13–15 years

  • Gender: Both boys & girls eligible

  • Admission Process:

    1. AISSEE Written Exam

    2. Medical Examination

    3. Document Verification)

    AISSEE is more than just an exam—it is a career pathway for students aiming to:

    • Join the defence forces

    • Develop leadership qualities early

    • Study in a high-discipline environment

    It ensures equal opportunity nationwide, enabling students from all backgrounds to access quality education with purpose.