The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the crucial city intimation slip for the All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2026. This development marks a significant step for thousands of young aspirants aiming for admission to Class 6 and Class 9 in the prestigious Sainik Schools across the nation.
What is the AISSEE City Intimation Slip?
This document serves as an initial guide for candidates, informing them about the city where their examination centre will be located. It is a vital tool for students and their families to begin logistical planning, including travel and accommodation arrangements, well ahead of the test day. However, it is critical to understand that this is not the final admit card. The exact address of the examination centre will be provided on the admit card, which will be released separately.
The city intimation slip contains essential candidate details such as the applicant's full name, date of birth, application number, the scheduled exam date, and the allotted exam city. According to the official timeline, the AISSEE 2026 examination will be conducted on January 18, 2026, in the traditional pen-and-paper mode for both Class 6 and Class 9 admissions.
How to Download Your AISSEE 2026 City Slip
Registered candidates can easily access their city intimation slip by following a straightforward online process. They need to visit the official NTA portals dedicated to the Sainik School entrance exam. The step-by-step procedure is outlined below.
- Go to the official website: exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society or the NTA main site.
- Look for and click on the active link labeled "AISSEE 2026 Advance City Intimation".
- On the login page, enter your registered application number and password along with the displayed security pin.
- After submitting these details, your city intimation slip will be displayed on the screen.
- Download the PDF file and take a clear printout for your future reference and planning.
Admit Card Release and Expansion of Sainik Schools
The NTA will issue the final AISSEE 2026 admit card approximately four days before the examination date. This hall ticket is a mandatory document for entry into the exam centre, and candidates must download it separately when it becomes available. All examinees are strongly advised to keep a close watch on the official NTA website for this and other critical updates, including exam day guidelines.
In an important update for this year's examination, the NTA has incorporated three new Sainik Schools into the AISSEE 2026 framework. These newly added institutions are:
- Srri SPK Public Senior Secondary School, located in Tamil Nadu.
- Vadem Nagar Higher Secondary School in the state of Goa.
- Yogeshwari Sainik School situated in Ambajogai, Maharashtra.
This expansion follows the broader initiative by the Ministry of Defence, which had earlier given its approval for the establishment of 86 new Sainik Schools nationwide. This move aims to significantly widen access to the unique educational and disciplinary environment that Sainik Schools offer, opening doors for more students from diverse backgrounds.
Aspiring candidates and their guardians should make it a habit to regularly check the authorised NTA websites for all official announcements concerning AISSEE 2026 to ensure a smooth and well-prepared examination experience.
