The All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2027 notification is awaited from the National Testing Agency (NTA), as no information bulletin for the exam was listed on the official NTA portal as of October 16, 2026. AISSEE is conducted by NTA for admission to Class 6 and Class 9 in Sainik Schools and New Sainik Schools for the 2027-28 academic session.

The previous cycle concluded with AISSEE 2026 being held on January 18, 2026, and its result was declared on February 27, 2026, after which the All India Sainik Schools Admission Counselling (AISSAC) was conducted for seat allotment. The AISSEE 2027 notification and online registration are likely to be opened in October 2026. 

Direct Link to AISSEE 2027 Information Bulletin (Soon)

AISSEE 2027 Latest Updates:

  • As of October 16, 2026, no AISSEE 2027 information bulletin or registration link is listed on the official NTA AISSEE portal.
  • The AISSEE 2026 notification had been released on October 10, 2025, so the 2027 bulletin has not yet appeared on the official portal six days past the corresponding date of the previous cycle.
  • The AISSEE 2027 notification and online registration are likely to be opened in October 2026, with the last date to apply likely to fall in November 2026.
  • The AISSEE 2027 exam is expected to be held on January 31, 2027, as per the NTA Calendar,compared with January 18, 2026 for the previous edition, and the result is likely to be declared in February 2027.
AISSEE Exam

Source: Official NTA Calendar

AISSEE 2027 Important Dates

Event AISSEE 2026 (Actual) AISSEE 2027 (Expected)
Notification / Registration Start October 10, 2025 October 2026 (expected)
Last Date to Apply November 9, 2025 (extended from October 30, 2025) November 2026 (likely)
Exam Date January 18, 2026 January 31, 2027 (expected)
Result Declaration February 27, 2026 February 2027 (likely)

Table of Contents

  1. What is AISSEE 2027?
  2. AISSEE 2027 Important Dates
  3. AISSEE 2027 Eligibility Criteria
  4. AISSEE 2027 Application Form
  5. AISSEE 2027 Application Fee
  6. AISSEE 2027 Exam Pattern
  7. AISSEE 2027 Syllabus
  8. AISSEE 2027 Admit Card
  9. AISSEE 2027 Answer Key
  10. AISSEE 2027 Result
  11. AISSEE 2027 Cutoff
  12. AISSEE 2027 Selection Process and E-Counselling
  13. Sainik Schools Accepting AISSEE 2027 Score
  14. AISSEE 2027 Preparation Tips
  15. FAQs

What is AISSEE 2027?

AISSEE stands for All India Sainik Schools Entrance Exam. It is a national-level entrance exam conducted by NTA for admission to Sainik Schools across India. Sainik Schools are English-medium residential schools set up by the Ministry of Defence to prepare students academically, physically, and mentally for entry into the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Indian Naval Academy (INA).

AISSEE 2027 offers admission to Class 6 and Class 9 for the 2027–28 academic session. Both boys and girls are eligible. More than 1.7 lakh students appear for AISSEE every year, competing for around 3,600+ seats across 71 or more Sainik Schools in India. This makes AISSEE one of the most competitive school-level entrance exams in the country.

Here is a quick overview of AISSEE 2027:

Particulars Details
Exam Full Name All India Sainik Schools Entrance Exam (AISSEE) 2027
Conducting Body National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Authority Sainik Schools Society, Ministry of Defence, Government of India
Level National
Admission For Class 6 and Class 9 entry
Academic Session 2027–28
Exam Date 31 January 2027 (confirmed)
Exam Mode Offline (Pen-and-Paper / OMR-based)
Duration 2.5 hours (Class 6) | 3 hours (Class 9)
Total Marks 300 (Class 6) | 400 (Class 9)
Negative Marking None
Number of Schools 71+ Sainik Schools across India
Total Seats (approx.) 3,110 (Class 6) + 533 (Class 9) = ~3,643
Official Website exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/

In AISSEE 2026, around 1.34 lakh students registered for Class 6 and 43,900 for Class 9, with about 1.78 lakh appearing in total. AISSEE 2027 is expected to see similar or higher participation as more Sainik Schools are added under the Government of India’s plan to establish 100 new Sainik Schools across the country.

AISSEE 2027 Important Dates

The AISSEE 2027 official notification has not been released yet. The exam date of 31 January 2027 is confirmed per the NTA academic calendar. All other dates below are expected based on the AISSEE 2026 cycle. Check the official NTA portal regularly for confirmed announcements.

Event Expected Date (AISSEE 2027) Actual Date (AISSEE 2026, for Reference)
AISSEE 2027 Notification / Information Bulletin 1st or 2nd week of October 2026 10 October 2025
Online Registration Opens October 2026 10 October 2025
Last Date to Apply Online November 2026 12 November 2025
Application Form Correction Window November–December 2026 November–December 2025
City Intimation Slip 1st week of January 2027 January 2026
AISSEE 2027 Admit Card Last week of January 2027 13 January 2026
AISSEE 2027 Exam Date 31 January 2027 (Confirmed) 18 January 2026
Provisional Answer Key February 2027 February 2026
Answer Key Objection Window February 2027 February 2026
AISSEE 2027 Result February–March 2027 27 February 2026
Medical Examination March 2027 March 2026
E-Counselling / Seat Allotment March–April 2027 March–April 2026

All dates except the exam date (31 January 2027) are expected based on the AISSEE 2026 cycle. Confirmed official dates will be published in the information bulletin on the NTA portal.

Source: NTA AISSEE Official Portal

AISSEE 2027 Eligibility Criteria

Before you fill the AISSEE 2027 application form, check the eligibility criteria carefully. The age and academic requirements are different for Class 6 and Class 9 entries. If you do not meet these criteria, your application can be rejected at any stage — even after the exam.

AISSEE 2027 Eligibility for Class 6 Entry

Criteria Details
Age Limit 10 to 12 years as on 31 March 2027
Date of Birth Range 1 April 2015 to 31 March 2017 (both dates inclusive)
Academic Qualification Studying in Class 5 or passed Class 5 from a recognised school by 31 March 2027
Gender Boys and Girls — both eligible
Nationality Indian citizens only
Age Relaxation None — not even for SC/ST or Defence wards

AISSEE 2027 Eligibility for Class 9 Entry

Criteria Details
Age Limit 13 to 15 years as on 31 March 2027
Date of Birth Range 1 April 2012 to 31 March 2014 (both dates inclusive)
Academic Qualification Studying in Class 8 or passed Class 8 from a recognised school by 31 March 2027
Gender Boys and Girls — both eligible
Nationality Indian citizens only
Age Relaxation None

There is no age relaxation for any category in AISSEE — not for SC/ST, OBC, or Defence wards. Students from any state or union territory can apply for any Sainik School in India. However, 67% of seats in each school are filled by home-state candidates, and 33% by candidates from other states. You must also be medically fit as per the standards set by the Sainik Schools Society — medical fitness is assessed in a separate examination after the written test.

AISSEE 2027 Application Form

The AISSEE 2027 application form is expected to be available on the official NTA portal from October 2026. Applications are accepted online only — there is no offline mode. You must apply before the deadline to avoid issues with payment or document uploads.

How to Fill the AISSEE 2027 Application Form

  • Step 1 — Register: Visit exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/ and create a new account using your name, date of birth, and a valid mobile number.
  • Step 2 — Fill the Form: Enter personal details (name, address, category), the class you are applying for (6 or 9), current school details, and parents’ information.
  • Step 3 — Upload Documents: Upload a recent passport-size photograph and your scanned signature in the format and file-size specified by NTA.
  • Step 4 — Select Exam City and Schools: Choose your preferred exam city and the Sainik Schools you want to apply to, in order of preference.
  • Step 5 — Pay Application Fee: Pay the application fee online using Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
  • Step 6 — Submit and Save: Review all your details carefully, submit the form, and download the confirmation page for future reference.

Documents Required for AISSEE 2027 Application

  • Recent passport-size photograph (as per NTA specifications)
  • Scanned signature of the candidate
  • Class 5 marksheet / progress report (for Class 6 entry)
  • Class 8 marksheet / progress report (for Class 9 entry)
  • Date of birth proof (birth certificate or school leaving certificate)
  • Caste certificate (for SC/ST/OBC-NCL candidates)
  • Service or discharge certificate of parent (for Defence and Ex-Servicemen wards)

You cannot change school preferences or the class selection after submitting the form and paying the fee. Review all entries carefully before making the payment.

AISSEE 2027 Application Fee

The AISSEE 2027 application fee is expected to remain the same as AISSEE 2026. The fee is paid online only and is non-refundable once paid. The same fee applies whether you are applying for Class 6 or Class 9 entry.

Category Application Fee
General / OBC-NCL / Defence / Ex-Servicemen Wards ₹850
SC / ST ₹700

Payment can be made via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI. Official fee details for AISSEE 2027 will be confirmed in the information bulletin expected in October 2026. Do not pay any fee to third-party websites — the only valid payment portal is the official NTA website.

AISSEE 2027 Exam Pattern

AISSEE 2027 is an offline exam conducted using OMR answer sheets. All questions are Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with 4 options. There is no negative marking — you should attempt all questions. The exam pattern is different for Class 6 and Class 9 in terms of subjects, marks per question, and duration.

AISSEE 2027 Exam Pattern for Class 6

Subject No. of Questions Marks per Question Total Marks
Mathematics 50 3 150
General Knowledge (Science + Social Studies) 25 2 50
Language (English / Hindi / Regional) 25 2 50
Intelligence 25 2 50
Total 125 — 300

For Class 6, the Language paper is available in 13 languages — English, Hindi, and 11 regional languages: Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu. You choose your preferred language while filling the application form. The exam lasts 2.5 hours. Mathematics carries 50% of total marks, making it the most important section for Class 6 aspirants.

AISSEE 2027 Exam Pattern for Class 9

Subject No. of Questions Marks per Question Total Marks
Mathematics 50 4 200
English 25 2 50
Intelligence 25 2 50
General Science 25 2 50
Social Studies 25 2 50
Total 150 — 400

The Class 9 paper is in English medium only. The exam lasts 3 hours. Mathematics carries 200 out of 400 marks — 50% of the total — so scoring well in Maths is essential for Class 9 admission.

Key Highlights of AISSEE 2027 Exam Pattern

  • Mode: Offline (Pen-and-Paper, OMR-based)
  • Question Type: MCQs with 4 options — no negative marking
  • Language: Class 6 — 13 language options; Class 9 — English only
  • Duration: Class 6 — 2.5 hours; Class 9 — 3 hours
  • Minimum Qualifying Marks: 25% in each subject; 40% aggregate (General/OBC); 25% per subject only (SC/ST)

Source: NTA AISSEE Official Portal — Information Bulletin

AISSEE 2027 Syllabus

AISSEE 2027 syllabus is based on the NCERT curriculum. The Class 6 paper follows the Class 5 NCERT syllabus, while the Class 9 paper covers the Class 8 NCERT syllabus. You do not need any special books outside NCERT to cover the basics — your primary resource should be NCERT textbooks throughout.

AISSEE 2027 Syllabus for Class 6

Mathematics (Class 5 NCERT Level):

  • Number system, place value, natural numbers, whole numbers, and basic arithmetic operations
  • Factors and multiples, prime and composite numbers, LCM and HCF
  • Fractions, decimals, and arithmetic operations on them
  • Ratio and proportion, percentage, unitary method
  • Geometry — basic shapes, angles, triangles, quadrilaterals, circles
  • Measurement — length, weight, capacity, time, temperature
  • Area and perimeter of squares, rectangles, and triangles
  • Data handling — tables, bar graphs, and simple pictographs
  • Patterns and number sequences

General Knowledge — Science + Social Studies (Class 5 NCERT Level):

  • Plants, animals, human body, food and nutrition, environment and conservation
  • Geography of India — states and capitals, rivers, mountains, climate
  • Indian history — major events of the freedom movement, important national figures
  • Civics — basic government structure, national symbols, Constitution basics

Language (English / Hindi / Regional — candidate’s choice):

  • Reading comprehension — short unseen passages
  • Grammar — nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, tenses, prepositions
  • Vocabulary — synonyms, antonyms, fill in the blanks, sentence completion

Intelligence:

  • Verbal reasoning — analogies, classification, series completion
  • Non-verbal reasoning — pattern recognition, figure analogies, visual reasoning
  • Mathematical reasoning — number patterns and simple logical puzzles

AISSEE 2027 Syllabus for Class 9

Mathematics (Class 8 NCERT Level):

  • Rational numbers, number system, square roots, cube roots, powers and exponents
  • Algebra — algebraic expressions, identities, factorisation, linear equations in one variable
  • Geometry — triangles, quadrilaterals, practical geometry, congruence
  • Mensuration — area, perimeter, volume of cuboids, cylinders, and other 3D shapes
  • Data handling — mean, median, mode, pie charts, bar graphs, probability basics
  • Percentage, profit and loss, direct and inverse proportion

English (Class 8 Level):

  • Reading comprehension — unseen passages
  • Grammar — tenses, active and passive voice, direct and indirect speech, articles, clauses
  • Vocabulary — idioms, phrases, word meanings, word formation

General Science (Class 8 NCERT):

  • Physics — force, pressure, friction, sound, light, electricity, chemical effects of current
  • Chemistry — materials, metals and non-metals, coal and petroleum, synthetic fibres, chemical changes
  • Biology — cell structure, microorganisms, reproduction in plants and animals, conservation of plants and animals

Social Studies (Class 8 NCERT):

  • History — trade to territory, modern India, Indian national movement basics
  • Geography — land, soil, water, natural vegetation, natural resources, agriculture, industries
  • Political Science — Indian Constitution, parliament, judiciary, understanding laws and rights
  • Economics — poverty, public facilities, economic development

Intelligence (advanced level):

  • Verbal reasoning — analogies, series, coding-decoding, blood relations, directions, classification
  • Non-verbal reasoning — mirror images, embedded figures, figure series, paper folding
  • Mathematical reasoning and logical puzzles at Class 8 difficulty

AISSEE 2027 Admit Card

AISSEE 2027 admit card is expected in the last week of January 2027, a few days before the exam on 31 January 2027. In AISSEE 2026, NTA released the admit card on 13 January 2026 — about 5 days before the exam on 18 January 2026. For 2027, expect a similar or slightly earlier release.

NTA releases the admit card online only — it is not sent by post. You must download it from the official portal using your application number and date of birth. Take at least two printouts and keep them safe.

How to Download AISSEE 2027 Admit Card

  • Go to the official NTA AISSEE portal: exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/
  • Click on the admit card download link for AISSEE 2027
  • Enter your application number and date of birth
  • Download and print your admit card on A4 paper

Details on AISSEE 2027 Admit Card

  • Candidate’s name, roll number, and photograph
  • Exam date, time, and reporting time
  • Exam centre name and full address
  • Class applied for (6 or 9) and language choice (for Class 6)
  • Important dos and don’ts for exam day

You must carry the admit card along with a valid photo ID (Aadhaar card, school ID, or any government-issued identity document) to the exam centre. Without the admit card, you will not be allowed to enter the exam hall. If you notice any error on the admit card after downloading, contact NTA through the official helpdesk immediately.

AISSEE 2027 Answer Key

AISSEE 2027 provisional answer key is expected in February 2027 on the official NTA portal, usually within 7 to 10 days after the exam. You can use the provisional answer key to estimate your score before the official result is declared.

After the provisional answer key is released, NTA gives candidates a short window (usually 2–3 days) to raise objections against any answer they believe is incorrect. A fee is charged per challenge. NTA reviews all objections and then releases the final answer key, which is used to calculate the result. In AISSEE 2026, the provisional answer key was released in late January to early February 2026, shortly after the 18 January exam.

How to Download AISSEE 2027 Answer Key

  • Visit the official NTA AISSEE portal
  • Click on the "Answer Key" link for AISSEE 2027
  • Download the answer key PDF for Class 6 or Class 9
  • Cross-check with your own responses to calculate your expected score

Keep your rough work and question markings safe after the exam so you can compare with the answer key when it is released. The result is always based on the final answer key, not the provisional one.

AISSEE 2027 Result

AISSEE 2027 result is expected in February–March 2027. Based on previous timelines, NTA declares the result about 5 to 6 weeks after the exam date. In 2026, the result came on 27 February 2026 — 40 days after the 18 January exam. Following this pattern, an early-to-mid March 2027 declaration is likely if the exam is held on 31 January 2027.

NTA does not release a single national merit list. Each Sainik School has its own merit list based on available seats, category reservations, and state quota. Your rank is shown as a state-level rank and as an all-India rank within your category.

How to Check AISSEE 2027 Result

  • Go to the official NTA AISSEE portal
  • Click on the "Result" link for AISSEE 2027
  • Enter your roll number and date of birth
  • View and download your scorecard

What the AISSEE 2027 Scorecard Shows

  • Subject-wise marks in each section
  • Total marks — out of 300 (Class 6) or 400 (Class 9)
  • State Rank — rank among candidates from your home state
  • Category Rank — rank within your reservation category
  • Qualifying Status — whether you have crossed the minimum cutoff

AISSEE Result: Year-wise Timeline

Exam Year Exam Date Result Date Gap After Exam
AISSEE 2025 April 5, 2025 May 2025 ~4–6 weeks
AISSEE 2026 18 January 2026 27 February 2026 ~5–6 weeks
AISSEE 2027 (Expected) 31 January 2027 February–March 2027 (Expected) ~5–6 weeks

Qualifying the minimum cutoff does not guarantee a seat — you also need a rank high enough to match the school-specific admission cutoff. After the result, qualified candidates must register separately for e-counselling. The school-wise merit list may differ from the all-India result rank.

AISSEE 2027 Cutoff

There are two types of cutoff in AISSEE 2027. The qualifying cutoff is the minimum marks set by NTA that every candidate must cross to be eligible for admission consideration. The admission cutoff is the school-specific merit cutoff — the minimum score actually needed to get a seat in a particular Sainik School. The admission cutoff depends on the number of seats, the number of qualified candidates, and the difficulty of the paper.

AISSEE 2027 Minimum Qualifying Marks

Category Minimum Marks in Each Subject Minimum Aggregate
General / OBC-NCL / Defence / Ex-Servicemen Wards 25% in each subject 40% aggregate
SC / ST 25% in each subject No minimum aggregate (admitted on merit within category)

AISSEE 2026 Cutoff — Previous Year Reference

AISSEE 2027 cutoff data is not yet available. The table below shows AISSEE 2026 school-wise cutoff estimates for the General (UR) category in Class 6 for reference. Actual 2027 cutoffs will depend on the paper’s difficulty and total qualified candidates.

Sainik School State 2026 Cutoff Range — UR Category (out of 300)
Sainik School Korukonda Andhra Pradesh 280–290 marks
Sainik School Kazhakootam Kerala 275–285 marks
Sainik School Kalikiri Andhra Pradesh 270–280 marks
Sainik School Amaravathinagar Tamil Nadu 265–275 marks
Sainik School Bijapur Karnataka 260–270 marks
Sainik School Lucknow Uttar Pradesh 240–255 marks
Sainik School Kunjpura Haryana 230–245 marks
Sainik School Ghorakhal Uttarakhand 225–240 marks

These cutoffs are indicative estimates based on previous year trends. Schools in southern states (Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka) consistently have higher cutoffs due to more candidates appearing from those states. Cutoffs also vary by category and home-state vs. other-state quota.

Source: NTA AISSEE Official Portal

AISSEE 2027 Selection Process and E-Counselling

Clearing the AISSEE 2027 written exam is only the first step. After the result, qualified candidates go through an online e-counselling process and a medical examination before final admission is confirmed. The AISSEE 2027 selection process has four stages.

Stage 1 — Written Exam (AISSEE 2027)

NTA conducts the written exam on 31 January 2027. Marks in this exam determine your state rank and category rank. You must score the minimum qualifying marks to be considered for admission — 25% per subject and 40% aggregate for General/OBC, and 25% per subject only for SC/ST. A competitive score well above the qualifying cutoff is needed to secure a seat at the school of your choice.

Stage 2 — E-Counselling and Seat Allotment

Qualified candidates are invited to register for online e-counselling, expected in March–April 2027. The process works as follows:

  • Eligible candidates register for e-counselling on the official portal
  • You fill in your school preferences in order of priority
  • Seat allotment is done based on your rank, category, and the school preferences you submitted
  • Allotment results are declared online — you confirm the allotted seat by paying the confirmation fee

Seat Distribution Policy

  • 67% seats in each Sainik School — filled by home-state / UT candidates (state quota)
  • 33% seats in each Sainik School — filled by candidates from other states and UTs (all-India quota)

Reservation within total seats of each school:

  • SC: 15% of total seats
  • ST: 7.5% of total seats
  • OBC-NCL: 27% of total seats
  • Defence / Ex-Servicemen wards: 25% of total seats (horizontal reservation)

Stage 3 — Medical Examination

All candidates allotted a seat must clear a medical examination. This is conducted by military medical authorities or competent medical officers appointed by the Sainik Schools Society. The standards cover vision, hearing, height, weight, and overall health. A candidate who fails the medical examination cannot take admission even with a valid seat allotment.

Passing the medical examination is compulsory. Candidates who fail are not eligible for admission even if they have a confirmed seat allotment in a Sainik School.

Stage 4 — Document Verification and Final Admission

After clearing the medical, you must report to the allotted Sainik School with original documents — birth certificate, caste certificate, school marksheets, and Defence/Ex-Servicemen certificate if applicable. After verification, you pay the school fees to confirm your seat for the 2027–28 academic session.

Sainik Schools Accepting AISSEE 2027 Score

There are more than 70 Sainik Schools across India expected to participate in AISSEE 2027. In AISSEE 2026, 71 schools participated, offering approximately 3,110 seats for Class 6 and 533 seats for Class 9. This number may increase further as the Government of India expands the Sainik Schools network under its plan to establish 100 new schools across all states and union territories.

All Sainik Schools offer Class 6 entry. Class 9 lateral entry seats are available in selected schools only. Knowing which school is in your home state is very important — 67% of seats in any Sainik School are reserved for home-state candidates, which means lower competition and a better chance of admission compared to applying as an other-state candidate.

Sainik Schools State-wise List

State / UT Sainik School(s)
Andhra Pradesh Sainik School Korukonda, Sainik School Kalikiri
Arunachal Pradesh Sainik School East Siang
Assam Sainik School Goalpara
Bihar Sainik School Gopalganj, Sainik School Nalanda
Chhattisgarh Sainik School Ambikapur
Gujarat Sainik School Balachadi
Haryana Sainik School Kunjpura, Sainik School Rewari
Himachal Pradesh Sainik School Sujanpur Tira
Jammu & Kashmir Sainik School Nagrota, Sainik School Manasbal
Jharkhand Sainik School Tilaiya
Karnataka Sainik School Bijapur, Sainik School Kodagu
Kerala Sainik School Kazhakootam
Madhya Pradesh Sainik School Rewa
Maharashtra Sainik School Satara, Sainik School Chandrapur
Manipur Sainik School Imphal
Mizoram Sainik School Chhingchhip
Nagaland Sainik School Punglwa
Odisha Sainik School Bhubaneswar, Sainik School Sambalpur
Punjab Sainik School Kapurthala
Rajasthan Sainik School Chittorgarh, Sainik School Jhunjhunu
Tamil Nadu Sainik School Amaravathinagar
Uttar Pradesh Sainik School Lucknow, Sainik School Amethi, Sainik School Mainpuri
Uttarakhand Sainik School Ghorakhal
West Bengal Sainik School Purulia

The complete and confirmed list of all schools participating in AISSEE 2027, along with state-wise and category-wise seat availability, will be published in the official information bulletin at exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/.

AISSEE 2027 Preparation Tips

AISSEE is one of the most competitive school-level exams in India — more than 1.7 lakh students compete for about 3,600 seats every year. At high-demand schools like Korukonda and Kazhakootam, General category cutoffs for Class 6 can reach 280 to 290 out of 300. You need a smart, consistent strategy to score well. Here are the best preparation tips for AISSEE 2027.

Tips for Class 6 Aspirants

  • Start with NCERT Class 5 books. The entire Class 6 syllabus comes from Class 5 NCERT textbooks. Finish all chapters of Maths, EVS (Environmental Studies), and Hindi/English before using any other resources.
  • Focus heavily on Mathematics. Maths carries 150 out of 300 marks — 50% of the total. Scoring 120 or more in Maths gives you a strong base for a competitive total. Practice every Maths topic until it is automatic.
  • Practise Intelligence questions daily. The Intelligence section improves with regular daily practice. Spend at least 20 to 30 minutes each day on verbal and non-verbal reasoning problems. This is one of the most predictable sections in AISSEE.
  • Solve AISSEE previous year question papers. AISSEE 2024, 2025, and 2026 papers give you the clearest picture of question types and difficulty. Solve them under timed conditions.
  • Build GK from NCERT EVS and basic India facts. AISSEE GK questions are mostly from Class 5 NCERT EVS and basic facts about India’s geography, history, and national symbols. Do not overload yourself with GK books.

Tips for Class 9 Aspirants

  • Mathematics needs the most time. Class 9 Maths carries 200 out of 400 marks. Focus on Algebra, Mensuration, and Data Handling from Class 8 NCERT. Target 150+ out of 200 in Maths — a weak Maths score is very hard to recover.
  • English grammar needs regular practice. AISSEE Class 9 English tests grammar, comprehension, and vocabulary. Practise tenses, voices, and narration daily. Read one English comprehension passage each day to build reading speed and accuracy.
  • Cover Class 8 NCERT Science and Social Studies thoroughly. Do not use shortcut notes alone — go through full NCERT chapters. AISSEE questions often test understanding of concepts, not just memorisation.
  • Attempt all questions — no negative marking. Since there is no penalty for wrong answers, never leave a question blank. Even a random choice gives you a 25% chance of scoring.
  • Manage your time during the exam. You get 3 hours for 150 questions — about 72 seconds per question. Practise full-length mock tests to learn how to pace yourself across all five sections.

AISSEE 2027 Quick Preparation Guide

Subject Key Preparation Tips
Mathematics Daily problem practice, tables up to 20, geometry formulas, time yourself on previous papers
Language (English / Hindi) Daily reading practice, grammar rule revision, build vocabulary through word lists
General Knowledge Monthly GK magazines, current affairs, memorise capitals, rivers, national symbols
Intelligence Daily 20–30 minutes on series, coding-decoding, analogies, and figure questions
  • Start studying at least 5 to 6 months before the exam (by August 2026)
  • Practise at least 2 full-length timed mock tests per week in the 3 months before the exam
  • Review every mistake after each mock test — identify the root cause and revise that topic
  • Maintain physical fitness — all selected students must pass a medical examination, so regular exercise alongside academics is important

FAQs

Ques. What is the AISSEE 2027 exam date?

Ans. AISSEE 2027 will be held on 31 January 2027, as confirmed in the NTA academic calendar. The exam will be conducted in offline mode (pen-and-paper, OMR-based) across exam centres all over India. The official information bulletin with full details — exam city list, registration process, and school preferences — is expected to be released by NTA in October 2026.

Ques. Who conducts AISSEE 2027?

Ans. AISSEE 2027 is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the Sainik Schools Society, Ministry of Defence, Government of India. NTA manages online registration, admit card release, exam conduct, answer key, and result declaration. The Sainik Schools Society and individual schools manage e-counselling, medical examinations, and final admissions.

Ques. What is the age limit for AISSEE 2027 Class 6?

Ans. For Class 6 entry in AISSEE 2027, you must be between 10 and 12 years of age as on 31 March 2027. Your date of birth must be between 1 April 2015 and 31 March 2017 (both dates inclusive). There is no age relaxation in AISSEE for any category — not for SC/ST, OBC, or Defence wards.

Ques. What is the age limit for AISSEE 2027 Class 9?

Ans. For Class 9 entry in AISSEE 2027, you must be between 13 and 15 years of age as on 31 March 2027. Your date of birth must be between 1 April 2012 and 31 March 2014 (both dates inclusive). You must be currently studying in Class 8 or have passed Class 8 from a recognised school by 31 March 2027. There is no age relaxation for any category.

Ques. How many Sainik Schools are in India?

Ans. There are currently more than 70 Sainik Schools across India. In AISSEE 2026, 71 schools participated across the country. The Government of India has approved 100 new Sainik Schools under an expansion programme, and the number participating in AISSEE 2027 may be higher. The full and official list will be published in the 2027 information bulletin.

Ques. What is the application fee for AISSEE 2027?

Ans. The AISSEE 2027 application fee is expected to be ₹850 for General/OBC-NCL/Defence wards and ₹700 for SC/ST candidates — same as AISSEE 2026. The fee is paid online only and is non-refundable once paid. Official confirmed fee details for 2027 will be in the information bulletin expected in October 2026.

Ques. Is there negative marking in AISSEE 2027?

Ans. No, there is no negative marking in AISSEE 2027. A correct answer earns full marks for that question; a wrong or unanswered question gets zero. You should attempt all 125 questions (Class 6) or all 150 questions (Class 9) — never leave any question blank.

Ques. Can girls appear for AISSEE 2027?

Ans. Yes, both boys and girls are eligible to appear for AISSEE 2027 for Class 6 entry. Girls are also eligible for Class 9 entry as per the revised admission norms. The Sainik Schools Society opened admissions to girl candidates in 2021. The eligibility criteria (age, academic qualification, nationality) are the same for both boys and girls.

Ques. How many students appeared for AISSEE last year?

Ans. In AISSEE 2026 (held on 18 January 2026), around 1.78 lakh candidates appeared — approximately 1.34 lakh for Class 6 entry and 43,900 for Class 9 entry — across 71 schools offering about 3,643 seats. AISSEE 2027 is expected to see similar or higher participation given the growing network of Sainik Schools and rising interest in defence-oriented school education.

Ques. What is the minimum marks to qualify AISSEE 2027?

Ans. To qualify AISSEE 2027, General/OBC-NCL/Defence candidates must score at least 25% in each subject AND 40% aggregate. SC/ST candidates must score at least 25% in each subject — there is no minimum aggregate for them. Meeting the qualifying marks makes you eligible for the merit list, but you still need a rank high enough to match the school-specific admission cutoff to actually get a seat.

Ques. When will AISSEE 2027 notification be released?

Ans. As of now, the AISSEE 2027 notification has not been released. Based on the previous cycle, NTA released the AISSEE 2026 notification on 10 October 2025. The AISSEE 2027 notification is therefore expected in the first or second week of October 2026. Keep checking the official NTA portal at exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/ for updates.

The information above is based on the AISSEE 2026 cycle data and the confirmed NTA academic calendar entry for AISSEE 2027 (exam date: 31 January 2027). Official dates, fees, eligibility conditions, and participating school lists for AISSEE 2027 will be confirmed in the official information bulletin expected in October 2026. Candidates should check the NTA AISSEE portal regularly for authoritative updates.