The All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2026 was held on January 18, 2026 . This exam helps students get admission to Class 6 and Class 9 for the 2026-27 school year. Students from Andhra Pradesh who took the exam can now check the expected cut-off ranks for the state's two Sainik Schools. These schools are Sainik School Korukonda in Vizianagaram district and Sainik School Kalikiri in Annamayya district.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts the AISSEE exam. The cut-off rank is the lowest rank a student needs to get admission into a school. These expected ranks are based on results from previous years. They help students understand their chances of getting a seat.
What are Sainik Schools?
Sainik Schools are special residential schools in India. They prepare students for a career in the Indian Armed Forces. These schools follow the CBSE syllabus and focus on academics, discipline, and physical training.
AISSEE 2026 Expected Cut-off Ranks for Andhra Pradesh
Here are the expected cut-off ranks for students from Andhra Pradesh for admission to Class 6 and Class 9 at Sainik School Kalikiri and Sainik School Korukonda.
Class 6 Girls Expected Cut-off Ranks
The ranks below are for girls from Andhra Pradesh applying for Class 6.
| Category | Kalikiri Expected Ranks | Korukonda Expected Ranks |
| HOME_DEF (Defence Category) | 865 to 875 | 650 to 675 |
| HOME_OBC (Other Backward Classes) | 505 to 515 | 500 to 525 |
| HOME_SC (Scheduled Castes) | 715 to 725 | 3250 to 3275 |
| HOME_ST (Scheduled Tribes) | 13860 to 13870 | 12550 to 12575 |
| HOME_UN (Unreserved/General) | 335 to 345 | 315 to 330 |
Class 6 Boys Expected Cut-off Ranks
The ranks below are for boys from Andhra Pradesh applying for Class 6.
| Category | Kalikiri Expected Ranks | Korukonda Expected Ranks |
| HOME_DEF (Defence Category) | 3213 to 3228 | 1240 to 1255 |
| HOME_OBC (Other Backward Classes) | 2220 to 2235 | 1540 to 1555 |
| HOME_SC (Scheduled Castes) | 7215 to 7230 | 5265 to 5280 |
| HOME_ST (Scheduled Tribes) | 6530 to 6545 | 5290 to 5305 |
| HOME_UN (Unreserved/General) | 1450 to 1465 | 505 to 520 |
Class 9 Boys Expected Cut-off Ranks
The ranks below are for boys from Andhra Pradesh applying for Class 9.
| Category | Kalikiri Expected Ranks | Korukonda Expected Ranks |
| HOME_DEF (Defence Category) | 470 to 485 | 5 to 20 |
| HOME_OBC (Other Backward Classes) | 1220 to 1235 | 940 to 955 |
| HOME_SC (Scheduled Castes) | 2810 to 2825 | 3329 to 3344 |
| HOME_ST (Scheduled Tribes) | 5450 to 5465 | 7430 to 7445 |
| HOME_UN (Unreserved/General) | 755 to 770 | 395 to 410 |
Important Information for Students
- These cut-off ranks are based on past trends and are only estimates.
- The actual cut-off ranks for AISSEE 2026 may be different.
- Students should always check the official AISSEE website for the final results and all new updates.
- The "HOME" categories refer to students whose home state is Andhra Pradesh.
- "DEF" is for children of defence personnel.
- "OBC", "SC", "ST" are for Other Backward Classes, Scheduled Castes, and Scheduled Tribes respectively.
- "UN" stands for Unreserved, also known as the General category.
Keep visiting the official AISSEE website for the latest news on admissions.