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AISSEE 2027 Exam Date has not been officially announced by the National Testing Agency (NTA) as of October 2026. Based on the AISSEE 2026 cycle, the exam is expected in January 2027 (Tentative), with registration opening in October 2026 (Tentative). NTA conducts AISSEE once a year as a pen-and-paper (OMR-based) test for admission to Class 6 and Class 9 in 33 Sainik Schools across India. The official AISSEE 2027 notification and dates will be published at aissee.nta.nic.in.
- Oct 2026: NTA has not yet released the official AISSEE 2027 notification. All dates on this page are projected based on the AISSEE 2026 cycle.
- AISSEE 2026 Exam Date: The AISSEE 2026 exam was held on 8 January 2026. Registration ran from 8 October to 7 November 2025 and the admit card was released on 30 December 2025.
- When to expect the AISSEE 2027 notification: Based on the annual pattern, the notification is expected in the 1st or 2nd week of October 2026. Monitor aissee.nta.nic.in from October 2026 onwards.
- AISSEE 2027 registration is expected to open in October 2026 (Tentative) on aissee.nta.nic.in.
- The last date to apply is expected in November 2026 (Tentative).
- AISSEE 2027 admit card release is expected in the last week of December 2026 (Tentative).
- The AISSEE 2027 exam date is expected in January 2027 (Tentative) — the exam has been held in January every year for the last three cycles.
- Both Class 6 and Class 9 papers are held on the same day in separate shifts: Class 6 in the morning and Class 9 in the afternoon.
- AISSEE 2027 result and merit list are expected in March 2027 (Tentative).
- Counselling, document verification, and seat allotment are expected between April and June 2027 (Tentative).
AISSEE 2027 Official Portal: aissee.nta.nic.in
AISSEE 2027 Important Dates: Complete Schedule
The table below covers every AISSEE 2027 important date from notification release to seat allotment, projected from the NTA AISSEE 2026 cycle. Official dates will replace the expected dates on this page once NTA publishes the AISSEE 2027 information bulletin at aissee.nta.nic.in.
| Event | AISSEE 2026 (Actual) | AISSEE 2027 (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | 8 October 2025 | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Registration Opens | 8 October 2025 | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Last Date to Apply | 7 November 2025 | November 2026 (Tentative) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 7 November 2025 | November 2026 (Tentative) |
| Application Correction Window | 9 to 11 November 2025 | November 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admit Card Release | 30 December 2025 | December 2026 (Tentative) |
| AISSEE 2027 Exam Date | 8 January 2026 | January 2027 (Tentative) |
| OMR / Response Sheet Release | February 2026 | February 2027 (Tentative) |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | February 2026 | February 2027 (Tentative) |
| Objection Window | February 2026 | February 2027 (Tentative) |
| Final Answer Key Release | March 2026 | March 2027 (Tentative) |
| Result Declaration | March 2026 | March 2027 (Tentative) |
| Merit List Publication | April 2026 (Tentative) | April 2027 (Tentative) |
| Counselling / Document Verification | April to May 2026 | April to May 2027 (Tentative) |
| Medical Examination | May 2026 | May 2027 (Tentative) |
| Seat Allotment | May to June 2026 | May to June 2027 (Tentative) |
| Fee Payment and Confirmation | June 2026 | June 2027 (Tentative) |
| Commencement of Academic Session | July 2026 | July 2027 (Tentative) |
Important: All AISSEE 2027 dates are projected based on the 2026 cycle. NTA may announce different dates. Candidates must verify all dates on aissee.nta.nic.in once the official notification is published. This page will be updated with confirmed dates as soon as NTA announces them.
Related Links:
- AISSEE 2027: Complete Overview, Eligibility, Pattern, and Syllabus
- AISSEE 2027 Eligibility Criteria: Age Limit, Class, and Category Rules
- AISSEE 2027 Application Form: How to Apply Online
AISSEE 2027 Notification and Registration Dates
NTA releases the AISSEE 2027 notification and opens the registration window simultaneously. For AISSEE 2026, both went live on 8 October 2025. The AISSEE 2027 notification is expected on the same October timeline. The registration process is entirely online at aissee.nta.nic.in. There is no offline application mode.
AISSEE 2027 Notification: What It Contains
- Confirmed exam schedule with all event dates from registration to reporting
- Eligibility criteria for Class 6 and Class 9 with category-wise age tables
- State-wise seat distribution for all 33 Sainik Schools (Home State quota and All India quota per school)
- Application fee details by category
- AISSEE 2027 exam pattern, marking scheme, and subject-wise syllabus reference
- City-wise exam centre list
- NTA helpdesk contact numbers and email for AISSEE 2027 queries
AISSEE 2027 Registration Window
| Registration Event | AISSEE 2026 (Actual) | AISSEE 2027 (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| Registration opens | 8 October 2025 | 1st or 2nd week of October 2026 |
| Last date to submit application | 7 November 2025 | 1st week of November 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment | 7 November 2025 | 1st week of November 2026 |
| Correction window opens | 9 November 2025 | 2nd week of November 2026 |
| Correction window closes | 11 November 2025 | 2nd week of November 2026 |
AISSEE 2027 Application Fee by Category
| Category | Application Fee (Expected) | Mode of Payment |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | Rs. 650 | Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI |
| SC / ST | Rs. 500 | Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI |
AISSEE 2027 Application Correction Window
- Name spelling, date of birth correction (with supporting documents)
- Category and sub-category (SC, ST, OBC, Defence)
- Sainik School preferences (order of preference can be changed)
- Photo and signature (if the uploaded image was flagged as invalid by NTA)
- Contact details such as mobile number and email address
Important: The AISSEE 2027 correction window is open for only 2 to 3 days and will not be extended. Review every field of your submitted application immediately after the registration deadline. Errors not fixed in the correction window will appear on the admit card and cannot be changed later.
Related Links:
- AISSEE 2027 Application Form: Documents, Fee, and Process
- AISSEE 2027 Eligibility: Age, Class, and Category Requirements
AISSEE 2027 Admit Card and Exam Date
The AISSEE 2027 admit card is expected in the last week of December 2026. For AISSEE 2026, the admit card was released on 30 December 2025 and the exam was held on 8 January 2026 — a gap of just 9 days. Candidates must download the admit card from aissee.nta.nic.in using their application number and date of birth. The admit card is not sent by post or email.
AISSEE 2027 Admit Card: Expected Date and Download Details
| Detail | AISSEE 2026 | AISSEE 2027 Expected |
|---|---|---|
| Admit card release date | 30 December 2025 | Last week of December 2026 |
| Login credentials | Application Number + Date of Birth | Application Number + Date of Birth |
| Download portal | aissee.nta.nic.in | aissee.nta.nic.in |
| Format | A4 print (colour preferred) | A4 print (colour preferred) |
AISSEE 2027 Exam Date: Class-Wise Shift Timings
| Class | Shift | AISSEE 2026 Timing | AISSEE 2027 Expected Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class 6 | Morning Shift | 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM | 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM (Tentative) |
| Class 9 | Afternoon Shift | 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM | 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM (Tentative) |
Documents to Carry on AISSEE 2027 Exam Day
- AISSEE 2027 Admit Card — printed on A4 paper (not a mobile screenshot)
- Photo ID: Aadhaar card, school identity card, or any government-issued photo ID of the candidate
- Passport-size photograph: One recent photograph, same as uploaded during registration, to be affixed on the admit card attendance sheet at the exam centre
- Pen (blue or black ballpoint, as specified on the admit card)
AISSEE 2027 Exam Pattern at a Glance
| Feature | Class 6 Paper | Class 9 Paper |
|---|---|---|
| Total Questions | 125 | 150 |
| Total Marks | 300 | 400 |
| Duration | 1.5 hours (90 minutes) | 2 hours (120 minutes) |
| Exam Mode | Pen-and-Paper (OMR sheet) | Pen-and-Paper (OMR sheet) |
| Negative Marking | No | No |
| Subjects | Mathematics, Language, Intelligence, General Knowledge | Mathematics, Intelligence, English, Science, Social Studies, General Knowledge |
Related Links:
- AISSEE 2027 Admit Card: Download Steps and Hall Ticket Details
- AISSEE 2027 Exam Pattern: Subject-Wise Questions and Marks
- AISSEE 2027 Syllabus: Topic-Wise for Class 6 and Class 9
AISSEE 2027 Answer Key and Result Date
After the exam, NTA releases the AISSEE 2027 provisional answer key at aissee.nta.nic.in, typically 3 to 4 weeks after the exam date. Based on the 2026 cycle, both the provisional answer key and the OMR response sheets are expected in February 2027 (Tentative). The AISSEE 2027 result is expected in March 2027 (Tentative).
AISSEE 2027 Answer Key: Expected Timeline
| Event | AISSEE 2026 (Approximate) | AISSEE 2027 Expected |
|---|---|---|
| OMR / Response Sheet Release | February 2026 | February 2027 (Tentative) |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | February 2026 | February 2027 (Tentative) |
| Objection Window Opens | February 2026 | February 2027 (Tentative) |
| Objection Window Closes | February 2026 (3 to 5 days window) | February 2027 (Tentative) |
| Final Answer Key Release | March 2026 | March 2027 (Tentative) |
AISSEE 2027 Objection Process
- Log in to aissee.nta.nic.in during the objection window
- Select the question number you want to challenge and provide your answer with a valid textbook or NCERT reference
- Pay the objection fee per question (typically Rs. 200 per question — exact fee will be stated in the 2027 notification)
- The objection fee is fully refunded if NTA accepts the challenge
- No objections are accepted after the objection window closes
AISSEE 2027 Result Date and How to Check
| Event | AISSEE 2026 (Approximate) | AISSEE 2027 Expected |
|---|---|---|
| Result declaration | March 2026 | March 2027 (Tentative) |
| Merit list publication | April 2026 | April 2027 (Tentative) |
| Login credentials for result | Application Number + Date of Birth | Application Number + Date of Birth |
| Result portal | aissee.nta.nic.in | aissee.nta.nic.in |
Related Links:
- AISSEE 2027 Answer Key: Download and Objection Process
- AISSEE 2027 Result: How to Check Scorecard and Merit Rank
- AISSEE 2027 Cutoff: Category-Wise Qualifying Marks
AISSEE 2027 Counselling and Seat Allotment Dates
AISSEE 2027 counselling is managed at the school level by individual Sainik Schools and the Sainik Schools Society under the Ministry of Defence. After NTA publishes the merit list, shortlisted candidates are called to the school for document verification, medical examination, and seat confirmation. The counselling and seat allotment process is expected between April and June 2027 (Tentative).
AISSEE 2027 Counselling Schedule
| Counselling Stage | AISSEE 2026 (Approximate) | AISSEE 2027 Expected |
|---|---|---|
| Merit list published by NTA | April 2026 | April 2027 (Tentative) |
| Shortlist / call letters issued by schools | April to May 2026 | April to May 2027 (Tentative) |
| Document verification at Sainik School | April to May 2026 | April to May 2027 (Tentative) |
| Medical examination | May 2026 | May 2027 (Tentative) |
| Provisional seat allotment | May to June 2026 | May to June 2027 (Tentative) |
| Fee payment and admission confirmation | June 2026 | June 2027 (Tentative) |
| Commencement of academic session | July 2026 | July 2027 (Tentative) |
Documents Required for AISSEE 2027 Counselling
- AISSEE 2027 admit card and printed scorecard
- Birth certificate or school transfer certificate showing date of birth
- Bonafide certificate from current school confirming enrolment in Class 5 (for Class 6 admission) or Class 8 (for Class 9 admission)
- Category certificate — SC, ST, OBC-NCL original certificate, or Defence service certificate from Commanding Officer / Zila Sainik Board
- Domicile or residence certificate (required by schools that have a state-preference allocation)
- 6 to 8 recent passport-size photographs of the candidate
- Photo ID of the candidate’s parent or guardian
AISSEE Year-Wise Exam Date Comparison
AISSEE follows a consistent annual pattern. The exam is held in January every year, with registration opening in October and closing in November. The table below shows the last three cycles for reference.
| Event | AISSEE 2025 (Approximate) | AISSEE 2026 (Actual) | AISSEE 2027 (Expected) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registration Opens | October 2024 | 8 October 2025 | October 2026 |
| Registration Closes | November 2024 | 7 November 2025 | November 2026 |
| Correction Window | November 2024 | 9 to 11 November 2025 | November 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | December 2024 | 30 December 2025 | December 2026 |
| Exam Date | January 2025 | 8 January 2026 | January 2027 (Tentative) |
| Answer Key Release | February 2025 | February 2026 | February 2027 |
| Result Declaration | March 2025 | March 2026 | March 2027 |
| Counselling and Seat Allotment | April to June 2025 | April to June 2026 | April to June 2027 |
Key Insight: The gap between the AISSEE registration opening and the exam date has been consistently around 12 to 13 weeks. For AISSEE 2027, if registration opens in the first week of October 2026, the exam is most likely to fall in the second or third week of January 2027.
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AISSEE 2027 Exam Date: Frequently Asked Questions
Ques. What is the AISSEE 2027 exam date?
Ans. The official AISSEE 2027 exam date has not been announced by NTA as of October 2026. Based on the last three cycles, the exam is expected in January 2027 (Tentative). For AISSEE 2026, the exam was held on 8 January 2026. The confirmed exam date will be published in the AISSEE 2027 information bulletin at aissee.nta.nic.in.
Ques. When will AISSEE 2027 registration start?
Ans. AISSEE 2027 registration is expected to open in the 1st or 2nd week of October 2026 (Tentative). For AISSEE 2026, NTA opened registration on 8 October 2025. Candidates should bookmark aissee.nta.nic.in and check regularly from October 2026 for the notification and registration link.
Ques. What is the last date to apply for AISSEE 2027?
Ans. The AISSEE 2027 last date to apply is expected in the 1st week of November 2026 (Tentative). For AISSEE 2026, the last date was 7 November 2025. After this date, a short correction window of 2 to 3 days is typically provided. No applications are accepted after the correction window closes.
Ques. When will the AISSEE 2027 admit card be released?
Ans. The AISSEE 2027 admit card is expected in the last week of December 2026 (Tentative). For AISSEE 2026, the admit card was released on 30 December 2025 and the exam was on 8 January 2026 — a gap of 9 days. The admit card must be downloaded from aissee.nta.nic.in using the application number and date of birth.
Ques. When will the AISSEE 2027 result be declared?
Ans. The AISSEE 2027 result is expected in March 2027 (Tentative), based on the AISSEE 2026 pattern. NTA publishes the result at aissee.nta.nic.in. The merit list for individual Sainik Schools is typically published in April, after which schools initiate their own counselling and document verification process.
Ques. Is AISSEE conducted once a year or twice a year?
Ans. AISSEE is conducted once a year. NTA holds a single exam cycle annually for Class 6 and Class 9 admission to Sainik Schools for the following academic session. There is no second session or re-exam unless NTA specifically announces one. A candidate who misses the AISSEE 2027 registration window must wait for AISSEE 2028.
Ques. Who conducts AISSEE 2027?
Ans. AISSEE 2027 is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the Sainik Schools Society, under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. NTA manages the registration, admit card, exam conduct, answer key, and result. Individual Sainik Schools handle the counselling, document verification, medical examination, and seat allotment after NTA declares the result.
Ques. How many Sainik Schools participate in AISSEE 2027?
Ans. 33 Sainik Schools across India participate in AISSEE 2027 admission. One AISSEE application allows a candidate to list up to 3 Sainik Schools in order of preference. Seat allocation is split between the Home State quota and the All India quota for each school. The exact seat distribution for each school is published in the AISSEE 2027 information bulletin.
Ques. What is the time gap between the AISSEE admit card and the exam date?
Ans. For AISSEE 2026, the admit card was released on 30 December 2025 and the exam was on 8 January 2026 — a gap of 9 days. Candidates should not expect more than 10 to 12 days between admit card release and the exam date. Download and print the admit card as soon as it is available at aissee.nta.nic.in.
Ques. When will the AISSEE 2027 provisional answer key be released?
Ans. The AISSEE 2027 provisional answer key is expected in February 2027 (Tentative), approximately 3 to 4 weeks after the exam. NTA also releases the OMR response sheets at the same time so candidates can verify their recorded answers. An objection window of 3 to 5 days is provided for challenging incorrect answers in the provisional key.
Ques. When does AISSEE 2027 counselling start?
Ans. AISSEE 2027 counselling is expected to start in April 2027 (Tentative), after NTA publishes the merit list. The counselling is school-level — each Sainik School contacts shortlisted candidates directly for document verification and medical examination. The full admission process from merit list to joining is expected to be completed by June to July 2027.
Ques. Can a candidate appear for both Class 6 and Class 9 in AISSEE 2027?
Ans. No. A candidate can apply for either the Class 6 paper or the Class 9 paper in AISSEE 2027 — not both. Eligibility is determined by the class the candidate is currently studying in: Class 5 students apply for Class 6 admission, and Class 8 students (or those who have passed Class 8) apply for Class 9 admission. A single application allows preference for up to 3 Sainik Schools for the chosen class.
Ques. Is AISSEE 2027 online or pen-and-paper?
Ans. AISSEE 2027 is a pen-and-paper (OMR-based) exam, not a computer-based test. Candidates mark their answers on an OMR sheet using a pen at the designated exam centre. The Class 6 paper is 90 minutes long and the Class 9 paper is 120 minutes long. Both shifts are held on the same exam day. There is no online exam mode for AISSEE.
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