The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced important updates for the Sainik School Entrance Exam (AISSEE) 2026. Students now have more time to apply for admission. The last date to submit the application form has been extended to November 9, 2025 . The exam itself will take place on January 18, 2026 . This update gives students extra time to complete their applications.
Previously, the deadline to apply was October 30, 2025 . The NTA has moved this date, giving students more opportunity to apply for seats in Classes 6 and 9 at Sainik Schools across India.
Key Dates for AISSEE 2026 Application
Here are the important dates for the Sainik School Entrance Exam 2026 application process:
| Particulars | New Dates | Previous Dates |
| Last Date To Submit Application Form | November 9, 2025 (until 5:00 P.M.) | October 30, 2025 |
| Last Date For Submission of Exam Fees | November 10, 2025 (until 11:50 P.M.) | October 31, 2025 |
| Application Form Correction Window | November 12 to 14, 2025 | November 2 to 4, 2025 |
Sainik School AISSEE 2026 Exam Date
The NTA has confirmed the exact date for the All India Sainik School Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2026. Students should note this date carefully for their study plans.
| Particulars | Details |
| All India Sainik School Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2026 Exam Date | January 18, 2026 |
How to Apply for Sainik School Exam 2026
Students applying for the Sainik School Entrance Exam 2026 must follow these important steps:
Important Steps for Application:
- The application process for the Sainik School exam is completely online. Students must apply only through the official NTA website. No other way of applying, like by post or in person, will be accepted.
- Students can apply for admission to Class 6 or Class 9 . The entrance exam is conducted for these two classes.
- Each student should fill and submit only one application form. If a student tries to submit more than one form for the same class, all their applications will be rejected by NTA.
- After successfully paying the exam fees, students must print a copy of the payment receipt. They also need to print the final confirmation page of their application. Keep these printed copies safe as proof of application and payment.
- It is very important for students to keep their application number and the password they created during registration safe. These details will be needed later for various steps, such as checking their application status, downloading their admit card, or viewing results.
- Once the exam fee is paid, the National Testing Agency (NTA) will not return this money under any circumstances.
- The information students provide during the online registration process will be considered final. NTA will not accept any requests to change this information after the submission. Students should use the correction window period ( November 12 to 14, 2025 ) to fix any mistakes before it closes.
Students are strongly advised to visit the official website for the Sainik School Entrance Examination regularly. This will ensure they receive all the latest information and updates directly from the NTA regarding AISSEE 2026.
