The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially announced the schedule and details for the All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2025. This examination facilitates admissions into Class VI and Class IX of Sainik Schools and New Sainik Schools across the country for the academic year 2025-26.
Examination Overview
Mode of Exam: Pen-and-paper-based using OMR sheets.
Paper Pattern: Multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
Exam Cities: Spread across 190 locations nationwide (details available in the information bulletin).
Eligibility Criteria
1. For Admission to Class VI:
Candidates must be between 10 and 12 years of age as of 31 March 2025.
Admission for girls is open in Class VI across all Sainik Schools.
Specific eligibility for newly approved Sainik Schools is detailed in the official bulletin.
2. For Admission to Class IX:
Candidates must be between 13 and 15 years of age as of 31 March 2025.
Applicants should have passed Class VIII from a recognized school by the time of admission.
Admission for girls in Class IX is subject to availability and follows the same age criteria as boys.
Application Fee
General/OBC (NCL)/Defence/Ex-servicemen: ₹800
SC/ST: ₹650
Fees can be paid online through debit/credit cards, internet banking, or UPI.
Important Dates
Start of Online Applications: 24 December 2024
Last Date for Submission of Applications: 13 January 2025 (till 5:00 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment: 14 January 2025 (till 11:50 PM)
How to Apply
Candidates interested in appearing for AISSEE 2025 must:
1. Visit the official website: https://exams.nta.ac.in/AISSEE/.
2. Fill out the application form and submit it online along with the requisite fee before the deadlines.
3. Download the Information Bulletin available on the website to understand the syllabus, exam scheme, list of Sainik Schools, reservation policies, and other relevant details.
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Additional Information
The date of the examination will be announced later on the NTA website. Candidates are advised to regularly check the website for updates. For further queries, applicants can reach out to the Helpline Number: +91-11-40759000.
This entrance exam is a golden opportunity for aspiring students to join prestigious Sainik Schools and prepare for a disciplined and academically enriched future.
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