What are Sainik schools ?

Sainik Schools are India's premier Schools which come under the control of the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. These schools are engaged in imparting high-quality education and training to students to help them become responsible, disciplined citizens and prepare them for excellence in all aspects of their life.

Locations of Sainik schools

Sainik schools are located pan India. Originally, there were 33 Sainik schools; however, the government aims to open 100 new Sainik schools under public-private-partnership model. Most of these schools are residential; however, some of the new Sainik schools are also day schools. Below is the official list of old and new Sainik Schools.

Admissions into Sainik Schools

Sainik Schools takes admissions at class 6 and class 9 level. Admissions are given on basis of performance of the candidates in All India Sainik School Entrance Examination(AISSEE) conducted by National Testing Agency(NTA). Currently, admission to girls are given only at class 6 level while boys can apply at both class 6 and 9 level. Click on the link below for detailed information on eligibility criteria and examination pattern.

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