Get the complete eligibility details for the All India Sainik School Entrance Exam (AISSEE) 2025. Find out age limits, class requirements, and passing marks for Sainik Schools and Approved New Sainik Schools.
Admission to Sainik Schools
Class 6 Eligibility
Sainik School Eligibility is different for class 6 and 9 students
- Class 6 students must be between 10 and 12 years old as of March 31, 2025 (born between April 1, 2013, and March 31, 2015).
- Open to both boys and girls.
Class 9 Eligibility
- Must be between 13 and 15 years old as of March 31, 2024 (born between April 1, 2009, and March 31, 2011).
- Open to both boys and girls (subject to seat availability).
- Must have passed Class VIII from a recognized school.
Admission to Approved New Sainik Schools
Eligibility Requirements (under 40% route)
- Must be between 10 and 12 years old as of March 31, 2025 (born between April 1, 2013, and March 31, 2015).
- Open to both boys and girls (check the specific school’s website for seat availability for girls).
Eligibility Requirements (under 60% route)
- Must be between 10 and 12 years old as of March 31, 2025 (born between April 1, 2013, and March 31, 2015).
- Open to both boys and girls (check the specific school’s website for seat availability for girls).
- Must be currently studying in the Approved New Sainik School where admission is sought.
- Must have passed or be appearing in Class V as of March 31, 2025.
Passing Marks for Admission
Newly approved and old Sainik Schools
- Must secure at least 25% in each AISSEE 2024 subject and 40% aggregate marks. •
- SC/ST candidates have no minimum marks requirement but must meet other eligibility criteria.
