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Gurdaspur is a district with deep roots in military service and patriotism. From Shaheed Udham Singh to countless brave soldiers, this land has always produced warriors. Today, hundreds of young students from Gurdaspur, Pathankot, Batala, Dera Baba Nanak and surrounding villages are choosing Young Star Defence Academy — the No.1 army academy and coaching centre serving Gurdaspur — to fulfil their dream of joining a Sainik School, RIMC, Military School, or NDA.
Our main residential campus in Amritsar — just ~70 km from Gurdaspur — is a complete defence academy and boarding school. Students receive a CBSE education, live in a supervised hostel with organic meals, get the most focused AISSEE, NDA, RIMC and Military School coaching available in Punjab, and undergo daily physical training — everything a defence aspirant from Gurdaspur needs under one roof.
Choosing Young Star Defence Academy means your child from Gurdaspur gets CBSE schooling, NDA & Sainik School coaching, physical fitness training, expert mentorship and the discipline that defence schools demand — all on one campus, from Class 4 onwards.
y School coaching available in Punjab. No travel required — everything your child needs is under one roof.Choosing Young Star Defence Academy means your child from Gurdaspur gets CBSE schooling, expert defence coaching, structured daily routine, personal mentorship and the physical and mental preparation that Sainik Schools demand — all in one campus, from Class 4 onwards.
Punjab's top boarding school combining full CBSE curriculum with dedicated Sainik School, RIMC and Military School entrance coaching — everything under one roof for students from Gurdaspur.
Fully supervised boarding facility with nutritious organic meals, structured study hours, sports and recreation — a safe home away from home for students from Gurdaspur and nearby districts.
Expert coaching for every defence school entrance: AISSEE (Class 6 & 9), RIMC Dehradun, all 5 Rashtriya Military Schools, and NDA — all on one campus with one affordable fee.
Limited seats per batch ensure every student from Gurdaspur gets individual guidance, regular feedback and personalised mentoring throughout their preparation journey.
Daily PT, fitness training and structured interview preparation ensure students are fully ready for every stage of Sainik School, RIMC and Military School selection.
The AISSEE is conducted offline by NTA. All questions are objective/MCQ. No negative marking for wrong or unanswered questions. Minimum 25% per subject and 40% overall to qualify.
| Subject | Questions | Marks Each | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 50 | 3 | 150 |
| Language (English/Hindi) | 25 | 2 | 50 |
| Intelligence | 25 | 2 | 50 |
| General Knowledge | 25 | 2 | 50 |
| TOTAL | 125 | — | 300 |
Duration: 150 min · Bilingual: English & Hindi · No negative marking
| Subject | Questions | Marks Each | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 50 | 4 | 200 |
| Intelligence | 25 | 2 | 50 |
| English | 25 | 2 | 50 |
| General Science | 25 | 2 | 50 |
| Social Studies | 25 | 2 | 50 |
| TOTAL | 150 | — | 400 |
Duration: 180 min · English only · No negative marking
Candidates must be between 10 and 12 years of age as on 31st March of the admission year. Must have passed or be studying in Class V.
Candidates must be between 13 and 15 years of age as on 31st March of the admission year. Must have passed or be studying in Class VIII.
A structured, multi-layered approach that builds academic excellence, physical readiness and the confidence to succeed in India's most competitive defence school entrance exams.
Every AISSEE subject is taught systematically — concept classes, regular revision, timed practice tests, and performance tracking for each student throughout the course.
Personal doubt-clearing sessions ensure no student is left behind — every concept is addressed until it is fully understood. Ideal for students joining from Gurdaspur.
Regular full-length mock tests designed to match the exact AISSEE pattern — building time management, exam temperament and stamina for the actual test day.
Structured interview training, public speaking, general awareness sessions and personality grooming to succeed in the Sainik School, RIMC and RMS selection interview.
Daily PT and fitness routines ensure students arrive at Sainik School medically fit and physically prepared — building stamina, discipline and the military mindset from day one.
Complete support for the AISSEE and RIMC application process — form filling, understanding cut-offs, document preparation and the full Sainik School admission timeline.
Girls from Gurdaspur are fully eligible to apply for Sainik School Class 6 admissions through AISSEE, and many Sainik Schools now accept girls for Class 9 as well. The exam process is the same for boys and girls — however, out of every 100 seats, 20 are reserved for girls. Young Star Defence Academy provides dedicated coaching and a separate supervised hostel for girl students from Gurdaspur, Pathankot, Batala and across Punjab.
Students selected across all 133 Sainik Schools in India through AISSEE — Class 6 & 9 combined.
Boys selected into RIMC Dehradun — India's most elite pre-military school with 25 national seats per term.
Students selected across all 5 Rashtriya Military Schools — Chail, Ajmer, Dholpur, Bengaluru & Belgaum.
Cadets joining the Indian Army, Navy & Air Force through NDA after preparation at Young Star.
Young Star Defence Academy is not just a Sainik School coaching centre — it is a complete army academy and physical training institute serving students from Gurdaspur, Pathankot, and Batala. Whether your child is targeting NDA, Sainik School, RIMC, or the Indian Army, our campus covers every exam and every stage of preparation.
Young Star Defence Academy is the nearest NDA coaching centre to Gurdaspur — ~70 km via Amritsar. We prepare Class 11–12 students for both NDA I (April) and NDA II (September) — covering Mathematics, GAT (English + GK), SSB interview preparation, and physical training.
Our campus runs daily structured PT sessions aligned with Indian Army, NDA, and Sainik School physical standards. Students from Gurdaspur build stamina, upper body strength, running endurance and the fitness mindset that defence selection boards demand — from day one of enrolment.
As a residential campus, fitness is built into every day. Morning PT, evening sports, and a nutritious organic diet mean students from Gurdaspur arrive at Sainik School, NDA, or Army selection medically fit, physically prepared, and mentally disciplined.
With 25,000+ Sainik School selections, 5,000+ NDA selections, and 1,325+ RIMC selections, Young Star Defence Academy has established itself as the most trusted coaching centre for defence exam preparation serving students from Gurdaspur and surrounding districts.
Sainik School (AISSEE Class 6 & 9), RIMC Dehradun, all 5 Rashtriya Military Schools, and NDA — Gurdaspur students don't need to travel to different institutes for different exams. Young Star covers every defence exam on a single campus with a single affordable fee structure.
Can't relocate to Amritsar right now? Young Star's full online coaching programme delivers the same AISSEE and NDA preparation to students in Gurdaspur, Pathankot, Batala, Dinanagar and all surrounding areas — live classes, mock tests, and personal mentoring from home.
The AISSEE is an offline MCQ exam with no negative marking. No penalty for wrong or unanswered questions — attempt every single question to maximise your score.
Minimum 25% per subject and 40% overall to qualify. SC/ST candidates have no minimum qualifying marks. Actual merit cut-offs are typically much higher — aim well above the minimum.
Qualifying students are shortlisted for a personal interview and full medical examination. Final selection is based on written marks + interview + medical fitness combined.
Class 6 exam is based on Class V level — Maths (50 Qs), Intelligence (25 Qs), Language (25 Qs), GK (25 Qs). Total 300 marks. Strong basics in Maths and English are essential.
Class 9 exam is at Class VIII level — Maths, English, Science, Intelligence, Social Studies. Total 400 marks. English medium only. Advanced concepts required.
Begin AISSEE preparation from Class 4, or at least 1–2 years before the exam. Young Star Defence Academy admits students from Class 4 onwards. Early start = stronger foundation = better selection.
Students from Gurdaspur have a geographic advantage — they are close to some of the most prestigious defence schools in North India. Young Star Defence Academy prepares students specifically for these schools.
One of the oldest and most prestigious Sainik Schools in Punjab. Highly sought after by students from across the Gurdaspur and Amritsar districts.
Located in the foothills of Himachal Pradesh, this school is popular among students from Gurdaspur and Pathankot due to its proximity.
Situated near Jammu, Sainik School Nagrota is within easy reach for students from Gurdaspur and the Pathankot corridor.
India's premier pre-military school — Rashtriya Indian Military College. Young Star Defence Academy has 1,325+ RIMC selections. Only 25 seats nationally per term.
Rashtriya Military School Chail — the closest RMS to Punjab. Young Star Defence Academy coaches students from Gurdaspur specifically for RMS Chail admissions.
Through AISSEE, students from Gurdaspur can target any of the 133 Sainik Schools across India. Young Star Defence Academy coaches for all Sainik Schools nationwide.
Yes. Young Star Defence Academy is the leading Sainik School coaching institute serving students from Gurdaspur. Our main residential campus is in Amritsar — approximately 70 km from Gurdaspur — and we provide full AISSEE preparation for Class 6 and Class 9 along with RIMC and Military School coaching, CBSE schooling and residential hostel facilities.
Students from Gurdaspur are geographically close to Sainik School Kapurthala (~110 km, Punjab), Sainik School Sujanpur Tira (~110 km, Himachal Pradesh), Sainik School Nagrota (~115 km, J&K), and RIMC Dehradun (~320 km). Young Star Defence Academy provides targeted coaching for all these schools.
Yes. We provide fully supervised residential hostel facilities for both boys and girls at our Amritsar campus. Students from Gurdaspur, Pathankot, Batala and other outstation areas can live on campus and receive complete coaching, nutritious organic meals, daily PT and structured study hours in a disciplined environment.
RIMC (Rashtriya Indian Military College) Dehradun is India's most prestigious pre-military school with only 25 seats nationally per term. Boys aged 11.5–13 years can appear for the RIMC entrance exam held twice a year. Young Star Defence Academy provides dedicated RIMC coaching covering Maths, English, General Knowledge and physical preparation.
Yes. Girls from Gurdaspur are fully eligible for AISSEE. Out of every 100 seats, 20 are reserved for girls. Young Star Defence Academy has dedicated coaching and a supervised girls' hostel. Many Sainik Schools now accept girls for Class 9 as well through the same AISSEE process.
No. The AISSEE exam has no negative marking whatsoever. There is no penalty for wrong or unanswered questions. Students should attempt every question — a wrong answer costs nothing, but a correct answer adds marks and improves the final score and merit position.
Ideally from Class 4 — or at least 1–2 years before the exam. Young Star Defence Academy accepts students from Class 4 onwards. Early preparation builds stronger foundations in Mathematics and General Knowledge and significantly improves selection chances in this highly competitive exam.
Candidates who qualify the written test are shortlisted for a personal interview and full medical examination. The medical checks physical fitness, eyesight, hearing and overall health. Final selection is based on written + interview score, medical fitness and category-wise vacancies across Sainik Schools.
Young Star Defence Academy offers competitive and affordable fees accessible to families across Gurdaspur and nearby districts. Scholarship options are also available for deserving students. Contact us at +91 81013 13136 or WhatsApp for current fee details and scholarship eligibility.
Yes. Young Star Defence Academy in Amritsar is the nearest NDA coaching centre to Gurdaspur — approximately 70 km away. We prepare students from Gurdaspur for both NDA I (April) and NDA II (September), covering Mathematics (Paper I), General Ability Test — English & GK (Paper II), SSB interview preparation, and daily physical training. Both online and residential options are available for Gurdaspur students.
Young Star Defence Academy in Amritsar is Punjab's most trusted army academy serving students from Gurdaspur. With 25,000+ Sainik School selections, 5,000+ NDA selections, and 1,325+ RIMC selections, it is the top-rated defence coaching centre nearest to Gurdaspur. Students from Gurdaspur, Pathankot, and Batala regularly enrol at our residential campus, which combines CBSE schooling with structured defence exam coaching and daily physical training.
Yes. Physical training is a core part of daily life at Young Star Defence Academy — not an optional add-on. All residential students from Gurdaspur follow a structured morning PT routine covering running, upper-body strength, agility, and stamina building. This ensures students meet the physical fitness standards required for Sainik School admission, NDA selection, RIMC entry, and army direct entry. Our campus functions as a complete physical training and fitness academy for defence aspirants.
Yes — and this is one of Young Star Defence Academy's biggest advantages for Gurdaspur students. Our integrated course structure allows students to prepare for AISSEE (Sainik School Class 6 & 9), RIMC Dehradun, all 5 Rashtriya Military Schools, and NDA — all on the same campus under one fee. Students don't need to travel to separate coaching centres in different cities for different exams. Everything is available at our Amritsar campus, ~70 km from Gurdaspur.
Young Star Defence Academy, based in Amritsar (~70 km from Gurdaspur), is the highest-rated defence coaching centre serving Gurdaspur district. With 4.9 stars across 422 Google reviews and over 73,000 total selections across Sainik Schools, RIMC, RMS, and NDA, it is widely regarded as the No.1 coaching option for families in Gurdaspur, Pathankot, Batala, Dinanagar and surrounding areas. Both online coaching and full residential options are available.
Young Star Defence Academy is the nearest fully equipped defence coaching centre to Gurdaspur. Located in Amritsar at Green City, Narayangarh, Chherhata — approximately 70 km from Gurdaspur city. You can get directions on Google Maps, call us at +91 81013 13136, or WhatsApp us to arrange a campus visit. For students who cannot travel, we also offer full online coaching from Gurdaspur with live classes, mock tests, and personal mentoring.
Sainik School is a Class 6 or Class 9 residential school entry (age 10–15) through the AISSEE exam — it prepares students for a future NDA career. NDA is the actual commissioning exam (age 16.5–19.5, Class 12 pass) that leads directly to officer training. Students from Gurdaspur ideally target Sainik School first (Class 6 entry) to get the best foundation for NDA — but those who missed Sainik School can still target NDA directly from Class 11. Young Star Defence Academy prepares Gurdaspur students for both pathways.
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