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Sainik School Class 9 Eligibility 2027

Check the latest available age, class, gender and domicile rules before applying for AISSEE – Existing Sainik Schools.

Important update

Projected from the standard 13–15 years rule for 31 March 2027; await AISSEE 2027 bulletin.

Class IX eligibility at a glance

Current classAcademic requirement

The candidate must pass Class VIII from a recognized school before admission.

GenderWho can apply

Boys and girls can apply; admission for girls and boys is subject to school-wise vacancies.

ResidenceDomicile rule

AISSEE is national, while counselling uses the school, category, gender, home-state and vacancy choices in the bulletin.

Other essential admission conditions

Admission requires AISSEE qualification, e-counselling, medical fitness, document verification and an available Class IX seat.

Meeting age and class conditions makes a student eligible to apply; it does not guarantee admission. Final selection depends on the entrance examination, applicable reservation, vacancies, counselling or interview, medical fitness and document verification.

Documents to keep ready

  • Birth certificate or official date-of-birth proof
  • Current school study certificate and previous class marksheet
  • Domicile/residence certificate where applicable
  • Category, defence-service or special-relaxation certificate where claimed
  • Recent photograph, signature, Aadhaar and other documents listed in the notification
Always check the final notification

This guide simplifies the latest available rule. The official prospectus and vacancy notice have final authority.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the date of birth range?

01 April 2012 to 31 March 2014. Projected from the standard 13–15 years rule for 31 March 2027; await AISSEE 2027 bulletin.

Which class should the student be studying in?

The candidate must pass Class VIII from a recognized school before admission.

Are boys and girls eligible?

Boys and girls can apply; admission for girls and boys is subject to school-wise vacancies.

Is domicile required?

AISSEE is national, while counselling uses the school, category, gender, home-state and vacancy choices in the bulletin.