The National Testing Agency (NTA) will close the registration window for the All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2026 today, October 30, 2025. Students seeking admission to Class 6 and Class 9 in Sainik Schools must submit their application form by the end of the day through the official portal — exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society. According to the NTA, the last date for successful payment of the examination fee is October 31, 2025, while the correction window for applicants will be available from November 2 to November 4, 2025. The entrance test is scheduled to be conducted in January 2026 across multiple centres in India.
AISSEE 2026: Important Dates
Candidates can refer to the table below for a complete timeline of the AISSEE 2026 application process and examination schedule.
AISSEE 2026: How to Apply?
Applicants who have not yet completed their registration can still apply online before the deadline. Below are the key steps to follow while submitting the application form:
- Visit the official website at exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society
- Click on the ‘AISSEE 2026 Registration’ link available on the homepage
- Register with valid details such as name, email ID, and mobile number
- Fill out the online application form and upload the necessary documents
- Pay the application fee online and submit the form
- Download the confirmation page and retain a printed copy for records
AISSEE 2026 Exam Pattern
The AISSEE 2026 examination will be conducted in offline (pen-and-paper) mode with multiple-choice questions. The Class 6 exam will be held for 150 minutes, while the Class 9 exam will last for 180 minutes.
- Class 6 Exam Timing: 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM
- Class 9 Exam Timing: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
New Sainik Schools Added for AISSEE 2026
This year, the NTA has included three new Sainik Schools in the AISSEE 2026 admission process. These institutions are:
- Shri SPK Public Senior Secondary School, Tamil Nadu
- Vadem Nagar Higher Secondary School, Goa
- Yogeshwari Sainik School, Ambajogai, Maharashtra
With these additions, the Sainik School network continues to expand its reach, offering more students access to quality military education.
