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UP Sainik School Gorakhpur Class 6 Eligibility

Check the latest available age, class, gender and domicile rules before applying for Sainik School Gorakhpur U.P. Entrance Exam.

Important update

Officially published for session 2026–27. Check the next prospectus for 2027–28 dates.

Class VI eligibility at a glance

Current classAcademic requirement

The student must pass Class V from a recognized school by the prescribed admission date.

GenderWho can apply

Boys and girls can apply.

ResidenceDomicile rule

The applicant and the applicant’s father must both be domiciled in Uttar Pradesh.

Other essential admission conditions

This school uses the UP Sainik Schools entrance process, followed by interview, medical fitness, merit and verification.

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?

02 July 2014 to 01 January 2017. Officially published for session 2026–27. Check the next prospectus for 2027–28 dates.

Which class should the student be studying in?

The student must pass Class V from a recognized school by the prescribed admission date.

Are boys and girls eligible?

Boys and girls can apply.

Is domicile required?

The applicant and the applicant’s father must both be domiciled in Uttar Pradesh.