AISSEE 2025 serves as the essential gateway for students aspiring to join Sainik Schools across India. Prospective candidates should start preparation early for the 2025-26 academic session.

Kolkata: The National Testing Agency has set April 5, 2025, as the date for the AISSEE 2025, the entrance exam for Class VI and IX admissions to Sainik Schools across India. This exam, crucial for the 2025-26 academic session, will be conducted in pen-and-paper format using OMR sheets. Both Class VI and Class IX exams will be held on the same day, allowing candidates to take their respective test. Candidates who have registered should visit the official website: aissee.nta.nic.in to view the schedule.
Direct Link: AISSEE 2025 Official Exam Schedule (Released) |
Eligibility for AISSEE 2025 requires Class 6 applicants to be within the 10-12 age range as of March 31, 2025, with girls also equally eligible for admission to all Sainik Schools. Class 9 applicants must be aged 13-15 by the same date and have completed Class 8; girls' admission is contingent upon seat availability.
What is AISSEE 2025 Examination Schedule?
The schedule of AISSEE 2025 is given below:
| Class | Date of Exam | Point to Note |
| Class VI and Class IX | April 5, 2025 (Saturday) | The examination for both Class VI and Class IX will be conducted on the same day. |
AISSEE 2025 examination will be conducted in two shifts on April 5, 2025, as detailed below:
| Class | Start Time | End Time | Duration |
| Class VI | 2:00 PM | 4:30 PM | 150 minutes |
| Class IX | 2:00 PM | 5:00 PM | 180 minutes |

What are AISSEE 2025 Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme?
AISSEE 2025 class 6 and class 9 both the exams are of 300 marks. The tables below show the exam pattern and marking schemes:
What is AISSEE 2025 Class 6 Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme?
AISSEE 2025 Class 6 Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme is given below:
| Section | Topic | No. of Questions | Marks per Answer | Total Marks |
| A | Language | 25 | 2 | 50 |
| B | Mathematics | 50 | 3 | 150 |
| C | Intelligence | 25 | 2 | 50 |
| D | General Knowledge | 25 | 2 | 50 |
| Total | 125 | 300 |
What is AISSEE 2025 Class 6 Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme?
AISSEE 2025 Class 9 Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme is given below:
| Section | Topic | No. of Questions | Marks per Answer | Total Marks |
| A | Mathematics | 50 | 4 | 200 |
| B | Intelligence | 25 | 2 | 50 |
| C | English | 25 | 2 | 50 |
| D | General Science | 25 | 2 | 50 |
| E | Social Science | 25 | 2 | 50 |
| Total | 150 | 300 |
What is AISSEE 2025 Medium of Instruction?
- Class 6 Flexibility: AISSEE 2025 Class 6 exam offers a wide range of language options, including Assamese, Bengali, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu. This diverse selection aims to ensure accessibility for students from various linguistic backgrounds across India.
- Class 9 English Only: In contrast, the AISSEE 2025 Class 9 exam will be conducted exclusively in English. This reflects the higher level of education and the increasing use of English in educational settings at that level.
What is Eligibility and Passing Criteria for AISSEE 2025?
- General Passing Requirements: To successfully pass the AISSEE 2025, general category candidates must achieve a minimum of 25% in each individual subject. Additionally, all candidates must secure an overall aggregate score of 40%.
- SC/ST Category Exemption: Candidates belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) categories are granted an exemption from the individual subject minimum marks requirement. For these candidates, only the 40% overall aggregate score is required for passing.
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UP NEET PG 2025 counselling dates have been officially released on the state’s exam portal, upneet.gov.in. You can begin round 1 registration process from November 06, 2025. To participate in the seat allocation, you must register online and submit your preferred choices of colleges and courses. The deadline for application submission is October 10, 2025. If you have qualified NEET PG 2025 exam and meet the minimum cutoff criteria, you are eligible to take part in Uttar Pradesh NEET PG counselling process.
What to Do If JEE Main 2026 Registration Fails?
If your JEE Main 2026 registration fails, act quickly and identify the issue.
- Ensure your Name, DOB & Father's Name match documents.
- Re-upload your photo and signature as per NTA rules.
- Wait 24–48 hours if payment is deducted but form unconfirmed.
- Contact NTA for ongoing technical issues.
New Rules for JEE Main 2026 Exam Centre Selection
Candidates can select up to four exam cities based on preference.
New rule: Cities must be from your Permanent or Present Address state.
NTA will allot the nearest available centres based on Permanent Address.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ans: The Class 6 exam covers Language, Mathematics, Intelligence, and General Knowledge. There are a set amount of questions and marks for each subject.
Ans: The Class 9 exam includes Mathematics, Intelligence, English, General Science, and Social Science. Each subject carries specific marks and question distribution.
Ans: The Class 6 exam consists of 125 questions in total. There are a set amount of questions in each area. Manage your time to attempt all questions.
Ans: The Class 9 exam has 150 questions in total. Each section has a specific number of questions. The number of questions in each part is predetermined.
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