Sainik Schools across the country, now totalling 33 with the approval of 18 new schools by the Central Government, invite applications for admission to Class VI and Class IX. The admission process is based on the All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE).
Sainik Schools, under the Sainik Schools Society (SSS), are English medium residential schools affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). These schools, functioning under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, prepare Cadets for entry into prestigious institutions like the National Defence Academy (NDA), Khadakwasla (Pune), Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, and other Training Academies for officers.