📢 Last Updated: August 1, 2026 at 4:00 PM IST — This article is updated regularly with the latest AISSEE 2027 information, official notifications & expert insights.
All Sainik Schools in India 2027: Complete State-Wise Directory with Fees, Seats & Contact Details
Quick Summary / TL;DR
Aspect
Details
Traditional Sainik Schools
33+
New PPP Sainik Schools
69
Total Schools
100+
First Sainik School
Sainik School Kunjpura, Haryana (1961)
Latest Sainik Schools
PPP schools (2022-2026)
Affiliation
CBSE
Classes
6 to 12
Boarding
Residential (all schools)
Girls Admission
Yes (since 2021)
Home State Quota
67% seats
📢 Latest Updates — This article is updated regularly with the latest information for 2027.
Date
Update
August 2026
Updated directory with verified data for AISSEE 2027
Author’s Note:I am Aamir, a Defense Education Expert. This directory is compiled from official Sainik Schools Society data, individual school websites, and verified public sources. All details are cross-checked for accuracy. — Aamir
India has 33+ traditional Sainik Schools spread across the country, with the first established in 1961. In addition, 69 new Sainik Schools under the PPP model have been added since 2022, bringing the total to over 100 Sainik Schools nationwide.
Each Sainik School has its own history, infrastructure, fee structure, and strengths. This state-wise directory provides complete details of all traditional Sainik Schools to help parents and students make informed choices during AISSEE counselling.
Complete List of Traditional Sainik Schools (33+ Schools)
North India
1. Sainik School Kunjpura (Haryana)
Detail
Information
Established
1961
Location
Karnal, Haryana
Classes
6 to 12
Annual Fee
₹2,00,000 – ₹2,40,000
Seats (Class 6)
~100
Seats (Class 9)
~20
Highlights
First Sainik School in India; strong NDA track record
Website
sainikschoolkunjpura.org
2. Sainik School Kapurthala (Punjab)
Detail
Information
Established
1961
Location
Kapurthala, Punjab
Classes
6 to 12
Annual Fee
₹2,00,000 – ₹2,40,000
Seats (Class 6)
~100
Seats (Class 9)
~20
Highlights
Heritage campus; excellent sports facilities
Website
sainikschoolkapurthala.org
3. Sainik School Chittorgarh (Rajasthan)
Detail
Information
Established
1961
Location
Chittorgarh, Rajasthan
Classes
6 to 12
Annual Fee
₹2,00,000 – ₹2,40,000
Seats (Class 6)
~100
Seats (Class 9)
~20
Highlights
Historic location; strong academic record
Website
sainikschoolchittorgarh.com
4. Sainik School Amaravathinagar (Tamil Nadu)
Detail
Information
Established
1962
Location
Udumalpet, Tamil Nadu
Classes
6 to 12
Annual Fee
₹2,00,000 – ₹2,40,000
Seats (Class 6)
~100
Seats (Class 9)
~20
Highlights
South India’s premier Sainik School; beautiful campus
Website
sainikschoolamaravathinagar.edu.in
East India
5. Sainik School Bhubaneswar (Odisha)
Detail
Information
Established
1962
Location
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Classes
6 to 12
Annual Fee
₹2,00,000 – ₹2,40,000
Seats (Class 6)
~100
Seats (Class 9)
~20
Highlights
Strong NDA selections; good sports infrastructure
Website
sainikschoolbhubaneswar.org
6. Sainik School Ghorakhal (Uttarakhand)
Detail
Information
Established
1966
Location
Nainital, Uttarakhand
Classes
6 to 12
Annual Fee
₹2,00,000 – ₹2,40,000
Seats (Class 6)
~100
Seats (Class 9)
~20
Highlights
Hill station campus; excellent environment for learning
Website
sainikschoolghorakhal.org
West India
7. Sainik School Balachadi (Gujarat)
Detail
Information
Established
1961
Location
Jamnagar, Gujarat
Classes
6 to 12
Annual Fee
₹2,00,000 – ₹2,40,000
Seats (Class 6)
~100
Seats (Class 9)
~20
Highlights
Coastal location; strong sports culture
Website
sainikschoolbalachadi.org
8. Sainik School Satara (Maharashtra)
Detail
Information
Established
1961
Location
Satara, Maharashtra
Classes
6 to 12
Annual Fee
₹2,00,000 – ₹2,40,000
Seats (Class 6)
~100
Seats (Class 9)
~20
Highlights
One of the oldest; strong alumni network
Website
sainikschoolsatara.org
Central India
9. Sainik School Rewa (Madhya Pradesh)
Detail
Information
Established
1962
Location
Rewa, Madhya Pradesh
Classes
6 to 12
Annual Fee
₹2,00,000 – ₹2,40,000
Seats (Class 6)
~100
Seats (Class 9)
~20
Highlights
Central India’s flagship Sainik School
Website
sainikschoolrewa.org
10. Sainik School Ambikapur (Chhattisgarh)
Detail
Information
Established
2008
Location
Surguja, Chhattisgarh
Classes
6 to 12
Annual Fee
₹2,00,000 – ₹2,40,000
Seats (Class 6)
~80
Seats (Class 9)
~15
Highlights
Newer school; modern infrastructure
Website
sainikschoolambikapur.org
South India
11. Sainik School Korukonda (Andhra Pradesh)
Detail
Information
Established
1962
Location
Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh
Classes
6 to 12
Annual Fee
₹2,00,000 – ₹2,40,000
Seats (Class 6)
~100
Seats (Class 9)
~20
Highlights
Strong academic and NDA record
Website
sainikschoolkorukonda.org
12. Sainik School Bijapur (Karnataka)
Detail
Information
Established
1963
Location
Bijapur, Karnataka
Classes
6 to 12
Annual Fee
₹2,00,000 – ₹2,40,000
Seats (Class 6)
~100
Seats (Class 9)
~20
Highlights
Historic city; well-rounded education
Website
sainikschoolbijapur.org
Northeast India
13. Sainik School Goalpara (Assam)
Detail
Information
Established
1964
Location
Goalpara, Assam
Classes
6 to 12
Annual Fee
₹2,00,000 – ₹2,40,000
Seats (Class 6)
~80
Seats (Class 9)
~15
Highlights
Northeast India’s premier Sainik School
Website
sainikschoolgoalpara.org
14. Sainik School Imphal (Manipur)
Detail
Information
Established
1971
Location
Imphal, Manipur
Classes
6 to 12
Annual Fee
₹2,00,000 – ₹2,40,000
Seats (Class 6)
~80
Seats (Class 9)
~15
Highlights
Only Sainik School in Manipur
Website
sainikschoolimphal.nic.in
15. Sainik School Punglwa (Nagaland)
Detail
Information
Established
2007
Location
Peren, Nagaland
Classes
6 to 12
Annual Fee
₹2,00,000 – ₹2,40,000
Seats (Class 6)
~80
Seats (Class 9)
~15
Highlights
Scenic campus; newer school with modern facilities
Website
sainikschoolpunglwa.nic.in
16. Sainik School East Siang (Arunachal Pradesh)
Detail
Information
Established
2018
Location
Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh
Classes
6 to 12
Annual Fee
₹2,00,000 – ₹2,40,000
Seats (Class 6)
~80
Seats (Class 9)
~15
Highlights
One of the newest traditional Sainik Schools
Website
sainikschooleastsiang.in
17. Sainik School Chhingchhip (Mizoram)
Detail
Information
Established
2018
Location
Serchhip, Mizoram
Classes
6 to 12
Annual Fee
₹2,00,000 – ₹2,40,000
Seats (Class 6)
~80
Seats (Class 9)
~15
Highlights
Beautiful hill campus; serves Mizoram and nearby states
Website
sainikschoolchhingchhip.nic.in
Other Major Schools
S.No.
School
State
Est.
Seats (Approx.)
18
Sainik School Purulia
West Bengal
1962
100
19
Sainik School Nagrota
Jammu & Kashmir
1970
80
20
Sainik School Sujanpur Tira
Himachal Pradesh
1978
80
21
Sainik School Tilaiya
Jharkhand
1963
100
22
Sainik School Gopalganj
Bihar
2003
80
23
Sainik School Nalanda
Bihar
2023
80
24
Sainik School Amethi
Uttar Pradesh
2020
80
25
Sainik School Jhansi
Uttar Pradesh
2023
80
26
Sainik School Mainpuri
Uttar Pradesh
2023
80
27
Sainik School Chandrapur
Maharashtra
2020
80
28
Sainik School Kodagu
Karnataka
2023
80
29
Sainik School Dholpur
Rajasthan
2023
80
30
Sainik School Rewa
Madhya Pradesh
1962
100
31
Sainik School Satara
Maharashtra
1961
100
32
Sainik School Coorg
Karnataka
2023
80
33
Sainik School Rudraprayag
Uttarakhand
2023
80
How to Choose the Right Sainik School During Counselling
Factors to Consider
Home State Quota (67%) — You have the highest chance of getting into a school in your home state
Fee Structure — Traditional schools are ₹2-2.5L; PPP schools are ₹3-6L
NDA Track Record — Older schools (Kunjpura, Kapurthala, Chittorgarh) have proven records
Infrastructure — Visit if possible; check sports facilities, labs, hostel
Location — Climate, accessibility, proximity to home
Special Facilities — Swimming pool, shooting range, riding (select schools)
Counselling Strategy
Pro Tip: During counselling, fill 15-20 school choices in this order:
Top 3-5: Your dream traditional schools
Middle 5-8: Realistic options (home state schools)
Last 5-7: Safe options (PPP schools, newer schools)
There are 33+ traditional government Sainik Schools and 69 new PPP Sainik Schools, making a total of over 100 Sainik Schools in India.
Which is the oldest Sainik School in India?
Sainik School Kunjpura (Haryana) and Sainik School Chittorgarh (Rajasthan) — both established in 1961 — are among the oldest Sainik Schools.
Which Sainik School has the best NDA record?
Schools like Kunjpura, Kapurthala, Chittorgarh, and Amaravathinagar consistently produce high numbers of NDA selections due to their long history and established training systems.
What is the 67% home state quota?
67% of seats in each Sainik School are reserved for students from the home state where the school is located. The remaining 33% are open to students from other states.
Can I apply to any Sainik School in India?
Yes. During AISSEE counselling, you can choose any Sainik School in India. However, your chances are highest for schools in your home state (67% quota).
What is the annual fee for Sainik Schools?
Traditional Sainik Schools charge approximately ₹2,00,000 to ₹2,50,000 per year. PPP schools charge ₹3,00,000 to ₹6,00,000 per year.
Do all Sainik Schools admit girls?
Yes. Since 2021, all Sainik Schools (traditional and PPP) admit girls with 25% seats reserved for female candidates.
