Sainik School Entrance Exam (AISSEE) The All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) is the admission test for entry into Sainik Schools across India. These schools are aimed at preparing students for entry into the National Defence Academy (NDA) and other military academies. They follow the CBSE curriculum and focus on overall development through academics, physical training, and discipline. Key Points: Eligibility: Boys and girls aged 10-12 years, studying in 5th grade. Subjects: The exam typically covers: Mathematics (major portion) General Knowledge (Science and Social Science) Language (English/Hindi) Intelligence TestDuration: Around 2.5 hours to 3 hours, varying for different sections.Selection Process: The exam is followed by a medical test and interview for final selection. Reservation: Includes categories like SC/ST, OBC, and for children of defence personnel.Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) The Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) is conducted for admission into Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, government-run residential schools aimed at providing quality education to talented rural children free of cost. Key Points: Eligibility: Students who have completed their 5th-grade education from a recognized school. The age limit is generally 9-13 years. Subjects: Mental Ability Test (puzzles, pattern recognition, spatial reasoning) Arithmetic Test (mathematical operations, number sense) Language Test (comprehension and language skills) Duration: The exam lasts for about 2 hours, with 80 multiple-choice questions. Reservation: Special quotas for rural students, SC/ST candidates, and girls. Selection Process: Based purely on performance in the entrance test, with no interview or medical test.Both exams focus on evaluating the students' academic abilities, reasoning, and logical thinking skills, but with slightly different objectives—Sainik Schools focus on military training and discipline, while Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas focus on general academic excellence for rural talent.