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All 133 Sainik Schools now admit girls — 20 seats reserved per 100. Complete guide to admission, best sainik schools for girls, AISSEE process, fees, uniform & expert coaching.
Since 2021, the Government of India opened all 133 Sainik Schools to girl students. Out of every 100 seats in any Sainik School, 20 are reserved exclusively for girls and 80 for boys.
Within the 20 girls seats, there are further divisions by category — SC, ST, Defence, OBC and General. A girl from the General category faces the highest competition because after SC/ST/Defence/OBC reservations, only a small number of General seats remain. A girl must score among the top in her specific category to secure admission.
For Class 9 seats for girls: how many seats are there in Sainik School for Class 9 for girls depends on the school. Generally 20% of the Class 9 intake is for girls. However, not all Sainik Schools admit girls for Class 9 — check the specific school before applying.
Since 2021, every single Sainik School in India admits girl students. There are no Sainik Schools that are "only for boys" anymore. Girls apply through the same AISSEE exam as boys.
Beyond co-educational schools, India also has dedicated all-girls Sainik Schools: Samvid Gurukulam Girls Sainik School (Vrindavan, UP) and Kittur Rani Channamma Residential Sainik School for Girls (Karnataka).
The AISSEE exam, curriculum, military training and lifestyle are identical for girls and boys. Sainik School is not "easier" for girls — it demands the same level of academic excellence and physical fitness.
Competition for girls General category seats is extremely high. In popular Sainik Schools, General category girls need to score close to 280+ out of 300 for Class 6 admission. Early, structured coaching is essential.
All Sainik Schools have separate, supervised residential facilities for girl students. Young Star Defence Academy also has a dedicated girls hostel at our Amritsar coaching campus for girls preparing for AISSEE.
Young Star Defence Academy provides dedicated AISSEE coaching and a separate supervised hostel for girl students. Our girls have secured seats in Sainik School Kapurthala, Sainik School Ghorakhal, Samvid Gurukulam and across India. Structured preparation, individual mentoring and a safe residential environment — everything a girl needs to crack AISSEE.
These are the most sought-after Sainik Schools for girl students — including India's only dedicated all-girls Sainik Schools and the top co-educational schools with strong girls programmes.
India's only dedicated all-girls Sainik School. Located in Vrindavan, UP. Fully residential, CBSE affiliated. Offers comprehensive NDA/SSB preparation for girls in a focused, women-only environment. Highly sought after by parents who prefer an all-girls institution.
All Girls OnlyAmong India's first dedicated girls Sainik Schools. Named after the warrior queen Kittur Rani Channamma. Located in Belgaum, Karnataka. Fully residential with strong academics and physical training programme for girls.
All Girls OnlyPunjab's oldest and most prestigious Sainik School. Co-educational since 2021 with 20% girls seats. Annual fee ~₹1,82,143. Highly competitive — general category girls need 280+ out of 300 for Class 6 admission.
Top North IndiaOne of India's most prestigious Sainik Schools, located in the Kumaon Hills near Nainital. Extremely competitive girls quota. Known for producing top NDA officers. A top choice for girls from North India, UP, Uttarakhand and Delhi.
Most CompetitiveTop Sainik School for girls from Maharashtra and South India. Excellent academic record and NDA success rate. Competitive girls quota. Preferred by families from Maharashtra who want their daughters in a structured defence boarding school.
Maharashtra BestLeading Sainik School for girls from Haryana, Punjab, Delhi and North India. Competitive admission with strong physical fitness culture. Girls from Haryana have a state quota advantage. CBSE Class 6-12 residential.
North India Top PickRajasthan has multiple Sainik Schools: Sainik School Chittorgarh and Sainik School Jhunjhunu. Both admit girls with 20% seats. Rajasthan also has the Balika Sainik School initiative — dedicated girls sainik schools under the state government. Girls from Rajasthan can also apply for the Bikaner Girls Sainik School.
Rajasthan Girls SainikPremier Sainik School for girls from West Bengal, Eastern India and North East. 20% girls seats available. Girls from West Bengal also target Sainik Schools in neighbouring states through the all-India AISSEE. YSDA has selections from Purulia.
Eastern India TopAll 133 Sainik Schools admit girls. Below is the list of all 33 original Sainik Schools where girls can apply through AISSEE Class 6 and Class 9. Additionally, 100 new Sainik Schools under the PPP model also admit girls.
The admission process for girls is the same as for boys — through AISSEE. Girls compete within the 20% girls quota. Early preparation (from Class 4) is strongly recommended.
Class 6: Age 10–12 years as on 31st March. Class 9: Age 13–15 years. Both boys and girls eligible. Girls must also meet medical fitness standards.
Start preparation from Class 4 — at least 1–2 years before the exam. Girls need 280+ out of 300 for General category seats. YSDA admits girls from Class 4 onwards.
Apply at aissee.nta.nic.in (October–November). Fee: ₹550 General/OBC, ₹400 SC/ST. Upload photo, signature, birth certificate, domicile, caste certificate if applicable.
Offline OMR exam in January. No negative marking. Class 6: Maths, Language, Intelligence, GK. Class 9: Maths, English, Intelligence, Science, Social Studies. Minimum 25% per subject, 40% overall.
Shortlisted girls appear for medical fitness examination at a designated military/government hospital. AFMSF-2 norms apply. Medical fitness is mandatory for final admission.
Selection based on written exam score + medical fitness + category-wise seat availability in the girls quota. YSDA assists with every stage — application, preparation, interview and medical guidance.
The AISSEE is the same for boys and girls. It is an offline OMR-based MCQ exam. No negative marking. Girls compete within their reserved 20-seat quota.
| 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 · Age: 10–12 years
| 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 medium · No negative marking · Age: 13–15 years
Girls 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.
Girls must be between 13 and 15 years of age as on 31st March. Must be studying or have passed Class VIII. Only select Sainik Schools admit girls for Class 9.
Sainik Schools offer structured, rigorous CBSE curriculum from Class 6 to 12, with strong emphasis on Maths and Science — building the academic foundation for NDA, engineering, medicine or any competitive exam.
Girls in Sainik Schools receive early preparation for NDA (National Defence Academy) and SSB interviews from Class 6 itself. Sainik School alumni include senior officers across all three services.
Daily PT, structured sports and fitness training build physical strength, stamina, discipline and the fighting spirit — helping girl students excel in NDA physical tests and life beyond school.
The military-style residential environment builds extraordinary leadership skills, public speaking confidence, and the discipline to manage time, academics and physical fitness simultaneously.
Sainik School fees are ₹1.4–1.8 lakh per year — including full boarding, meals, clothing and education. This is less than most private day schools while offering elite residential education and military grooming.
Sainik School alumni have a lifelong advantage — in NDA, IITs, IIMs, IAS and beyond. The school badge opens doors across defence, civil services, engineering and management careers.
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Yes. Girls can take admission in all 133 Sainik Schools in India. Since 2021, the government opened Sainik Schools for girl students. Out of every 100 seats, 20 are reserved exclusively for girls. Admission is through the AISSEE (All India Sainik School Entrance Exam) conducted by NTA — the same exam as boys. Girls compete within their 20% girls quota.
Yes, girls are allowed in all Sainik Schools since 2021. The Government of India decided to open all 133 Sainik Schools to girls with a 20% seat reservation. Before 2021, Sainik Schools were only for boys. Now girls can apply for Class 6 (age 10-12 years) and many schools also accept girls for Class 9 (age 13-15 years). The admission process via AISSEE is identical for boys and girls.
In every Sainik School, 20 out of every 100 seats are reserved for girls — and 80 for boys. Within the 20 girls seats, there are category-wise divisions: SC (15% of 20 = ~3 seats), ST (7.5% = ~2 seats), Defence category (25% = ~5 seats), OBC, and General. For Class 9 girls seats — how many seats are there depends on the school, but the 20% girls quota applies to Class 9 intakes as well, in schools that admit girls for Class 9.
The top Sainik Schools for girls include: Samvid Gurukulam Girls Sainik School (Vrindavan, UP) — India's only all-girls dedicated Sainik School. Kittur Rani Channamma Residential Sainik School for Girls (Belgaum, Karnataka) — among India's first all-girls Sainik Schools. Among co-educational schools: Sainik School Kapurthala (Punjab), Sainik School Ghorakhal (Uttarakhand), Sainik School Satara (Maharashtra), Sainik School Kunjpura (Haryana) and Sainik School Purulia (West Bengal) are top choices based on quality and accessibility.
Yes, Sainik School is excellent for girls. Key benefits: world-class CBSE education in a structured military environment; NDA and SSB preparation from Class 6; physical fitness training; leadership development and self-confidence; highly affordable fees (₹1.4–1.8 lakh/year including full boarding and meals); career pathways across Army, Navy, Air Force, engineering, medicine and civil services. Sainik School gives girls a lifelong competitive advantage.
The fee structure for girls is the same as for boys in Sainik Schools. Annual fees range from ₹1.4 lakh to ₹1.8 lakh depending on the school. For example, Sainik School Kapurthala fees are ~₹1,82,143/year — which includes tuition, diet, clothing, pocket money, horse riding and incidental charges. This works out to approximately ₹12,000–15,000 per month for full residential education — making it one of the most affordable elite boarding schools in India.
The Sainik School uniform for girls includes: white shirt with grey skirt or trousers for academic wear; school blazer/jacket and tie; polished black shoes. For Physical Training (PT): track pants and polo T-shirt. Formal military-style dress for parades, Republic Day and school events. The specific uniform details may vary slightly between schools, but the standard is maintained across all Sainik Schools. Uniform for Class 6 and Class 9 girls is broadly similar.
Key benefits of Sainik School for girls: 1) CBSE education from Class 6–12 with strong academics. 2) Early NDA/SSB and defence career preparation. 3) Physical fitness, discipline and leadership training. 4) Affordable fees (₹1.4–1.8L/year for full boarding). 5) Safe supervised residential environment. 6) Strong alumni network. 7) Career advantage in defence, civil services, engineering, medicine. 8) Builds confidence, time management and national values. 9) Exposure to all-India competition and peers from diverse backgrounds.
Kittur Rani Channamma Residential Sainik School for Girls in Belgaum, Karnataka, is among the first dedicated girls Sainik Schools in India. Samvid Gurukulam Girls Sainik School in Vrindavan, UP is India's only fully dedicated all-girls Sainik School. Since 2021, all 133 Sainik Schools have been opened to girls, and several new dedicated girls Sainik Schools have been approved under the PPP model including Balika Sainik Schools in Rajasthan.
Yes, girls can apply for Class 9 admission in Sainik Schools through AISSEE. However, not all Sainik Schools admit girls for Class 9 — it is more limited than Class 6 admission. Age eligibility is 13–15 years as on 31st March. Girls must have passed Class VIII from a recognised school. The Class 9 exam covers Maths (200 marks), Intelligence (50), English (50), Science (50) and Social Studies (50) — totalling 400 marks. Contact YSDA at +91 81013 13136 to know which Sainik Schools admit girls for Class 9.
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