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AISSEE Class 6 Result 2026 Out: Check Cut-Off Marks, Merit List

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Introduction

AISSEE Class 6 Result 2026 was declared by the National Testing Agency on February 27, 2026, giving Class 6 aspirants across India their scorecards and merit list status for admission to Sainik Schools and New Sainik Schools nationwide. This guide covers exactly how to check your result, understand the cutoff structure, and navigate what comes next.

AISSEE Class 6 Result 2026: Key Details

The AISSEE Class 6 Result 2026 was announced following the exam conducted on January 18, 2026, in pen-and-paper format at 464 exam centres across 190 cities. Students who appeared can now access their subject-wise scorecards and check their names against the official Class 6 selection list, released alongside the individual results.

How to Check Your AISSEE Class 6 Result 2026

Follow these steps to access your result:

  1. Visit the official website at exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/ or nta.ac.in
  2. Click on the “AISSEE 2026 Class 6 Scorecard” or “Selection List” link
  3. Log in using your Application Number and Date of Birth (or password)
  4. Your scorecard will display on screen, showing subject-wise marks and qualifying status
  5. Download the PDF for your records and the subsequent counselling process

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Sainik School Class 6 Merit List: What It Contains

The Sainik School Class 6 merit list released alongside the result includes the names, roll numbers, total marks secured, gender, and category of all selected students. This list is distinct from the underlying qualifying criteria — only candidates who both meet the minimum qualifying marks and rank sufficiently high for their target school’s specific seat allocation will find their name on the school-wise selection list.

AISSEE Qualifying Marks Class 6: The Minimum Threshold

Understanding AISSEE qualifying marks Class 6 criteria is the essential first checkpoint. Candidates from the Unreserved (General), OBC (NCL), and Defence categories need a minimum of 25% marks in each subject/section and 40% aggregate to qualify. Notably, there is no prescribed minimum marks requirement for SC/ST candidates, though they must still appear in and be ranked on the merit list for their respective category.

Comparing Qualifying Criteria by Category:

Category Minimum Qualifying Marks
Unreserved (General), OBC (NCL), Defence 25% in Each Subject/Section and 40% Aggregate
SC/ST No Minimum Qualifying Marks Prescribed; Candidates Are Ranked by Merit Within Their Category

( NTA AISSEE 2026 official qualifying criteria)

Understanding the Marks Structure for Class 6

The AISSEE Class 6 exam carries a total of 300 marks across Mathematics, Language, Intelligence, and General Knowledge. Your score across the 300-mark exam determines your merit rank. Therefore, understanding the subject-wise breakup on your scorecard—not just your overall score—helps you gauge how competitive your position is for your target school.

AISSEE Class 6 Toppers: This Year’s Highlights

Among the notable AISSEE Class 6 toppers this year, Anuradha Amol Budhawant from Maharashtra secured the All India Rank 1 position with 296 marks out of 300 — a genuinely exceptional score reflecting the level of preparation required to lead the national merit list. Reviewing topper performance can offer a useful benchmark for understanding just how competitive the very top of the merit list is, though most successful candidates qualify with considerably more modest, though still strong, scores.

Why School-Wise Cutoffs Vary So Much

It’s important to understand that AISSEE doesn’t use one single national cutoff — the final selection for admission to Class 6 at each specific Sainik School is based on school-wise and category-wise merit lists, with separate cutoffs for general, OBC, SC, ST, and Defence quotas at each institution. This means the same overall score could comfortably qualify you for one school while falling short for a more sought-after one, so checking your specific target school’s cutoff pattern matters more than comparing against a generic national figure.

AISSAC E-Counselling 2026: Your Next Step After Qualifying

Once you’ve confirmed your name on the merit list, the AISSAC e-counselling 2026 process — the All India Sainik Schools Admission Counselling — is your immediate next step. This involves registering online, indicating your school and category preferences, and awaiting seat allotment.  Following counselling, all shortlisted candidates must clear a mandatory medical fitness examination before the counselling authority confirms their admission.

What Happens If Your Name Isn’t on the Initial List

If you don’t find your name on the initial selection list for your preferred school, check whether the counselling authority releases a subsequent waiting list. Seats often become available during counselling because higher-ranked candidates who qualify for multiple schools choose only one.

How Career Plan B Helps

Understanding your AISSEE Class 6 result in context — how your score compares against your target school’s likely cutoff, and what steps to take next — helps families move through the admission process with clarity rather than confusion. Career Plan B’s Admission and Academic Profile Guidance team helps parents interpret AISSEE results and plan the counselling and medical examination timeline effectively. Our Personalised Career Counselling can help if your child qualifies at more than one school and you’re deciding between options. And our Career Roadmapping service ensures this decision fits sensibly within your child’s broader academic journey.

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Frequently asked Questions

Q1. When was the AISSEE Class 6 Result 2026 declared?
It was declared on February 27, 2026, on the official NTA websites, exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/ and nta.ac.in.

Q2. What are the minimum qualifying marks for AISSEE Class 6?
General, OBC (NCL), and Defence category candidates need 25% per subject and 40% aggregate; there is no prescribed minimum for SC/ST candidates.

Q3. Does qualifying the minimum marks guarantee admission to a specific Sainik School?
No — admission depends on your rank within your specific target school’s category-wise merit list, not just meeting the overall minimum qualifying criteria.

Q4. What comes after checking my AISSEE Class 6 result?
Qualified candidates must register for AISSAC e-counselling and clear the mandatory medical examination before the counselling authority confirms their admission.

Q5. Who topped the AISSEE Class 6 merit list this year?
 Anuradha Amol Budhawant from Maharashtra secured All India Rank 1 with 296 out of 300 marks.

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Conclusion

AISSEE Class 6 Result 2026 marks the beginning of a structured admission journey — understanding your subject-wise marks, your specific target school’s cutoff pattern, and the mandatory counselling and medical examination stages that follow matters far more than your overall score alone. Check your result promptly, register for counselling without delay once you qualify, and stay alert for any waiting list updates. If you’d like help navigating this complete process for your child, Career Plan B’s counsellors can help you think it