Across India, cracking the Sainik School exam and securing a seat in the best Sainik School is the dream of many students. However, the path to the All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2026 can feel overwhelming if you don't have a map.
The secret to cracking the exam isn't just "studying hard"—it’s studying the right topics. To help students to prepare with the correct syllabus according to NTA (National Testing Agency), here is a topic-wise checklist for Class 6.
Exam Pattern of AISSEE
Before knowing the whole syllabus important thing to remember is the subjects and weightage:
Mathematics
- 50 Questions
- Each question 3 marks (150 Marks)
Intelligence
- 25 Questions
- Each question 2 marks (50 Marks)
Language
- 25 Questions
- Each question 2 marks (50 Marks)
General Knowledge
- 25 Questions
- Each question 2 marks (50 Marks)
Total: 125 Questions | 300 Marks
Mathematics
Mathematics is a scoring subject which carries 50% of the total marks. Mastering these 25 topics is non-negotiable.
- Number System: Place value, face value, and expanded forms.
- Roman Numerals: Writing numbers up to 1000 in Roman script.
- BODMAS: Order of operations (Brackets, Of, Division, etc.).
- Factors & Multiples: LCM and HCF of numbers.
- Fractions: Addition, subtraction, and types of fractions.
- Decimals: Changing fractions to decimals and vice versa.
- Percentage: Finding percentages and their applications.
- Profit & Loss: Basic calculations (excluding complex discount).
- Simple Interest: Formula-based direct questions.
- Unitary Method: Solving for 'one' then 'many'.
- Average: Finding the mean of a set of numbers.
- Ratio & Proportion: Fundamentals and Comparisons.
- Time & Work: Simple problems on efficiency.
- Speed, Distance & Time: Which includes unit conversions.
- Area & Perimeter: Squares, Rectangles, and Triangles.
- Geometry: Basics of Lines, Angles, and Circles.
- Temperature: Conversion of degrees Celsius to Fahrenheit.
Intelligence (Logical Reasoning)
This section tests your mental sharpness. It is less about "learning" and more about "practising."
- Analogies: Mathematical and Verbal (A:B :: C:D).
- Classification: Odd One Out (Word, Number, or Image).
- Series: Completing the pattern in numbers or letters.
- Coding-Decoding: Shifting letters by specific rules.
- Direction Sense: Identifying North, South, East, and West movements.
- Blood Relations: Knowing family trees.
- Mathematical Operations: Replacing signs (+, -, x) to solve equations.
- Non-Verbal Reasoning: Mirror images, hidden figures, and paper folding.
Language (English/Hindi)
Most students choose English. They need to focus on the vocabulary and grammar portion.
- Comprehension Passage: Answering questions from an unseen text.
- Parts of Speech: Identifying Nouns, Pronouns, Adverbs, and Adjectives.
- Tenses: Simple Present, Past, and Future.
- Articles & Prepositions: Using 'a, an, the' and 'in, on, at' correctly.
- Sentence Types: Interrogative, Assertive, and Exclamatory.
- Antonyms & Synonyms: Opposites and similar words.
- One-word Substitution: E.g., "A person who travels in space" (Astronaut).
- Spelling Test: Identifying spelt words correctly.
- Jumble Words: To form meaningful sentences, rearrange words.
General Knowledge (Our World & Environment)
GK in AISSEE is primarily based on "General Science" and "Social Studies" up to Class 5.
- Human Body: Major organs, diseases, and nutrients (Vitamins).
- Plants & Animals: Photosynthesis, habitats, and adaptations.
- Space: Planets, Moon phases, and famous astronauts.
- Indian History: Freedom struggle and famous personalities.
- Geography: Mountains, rivers, and Indian states/capitals.
- Constitution: National symbols, Preamble, and basic rights.
- Sports: Famous trophies, players, and terminologies.
- Culture: Classical dances, festivals, and monuments.
- Current Affairs: Major events of 2025 and 2026.
How to Use This Checklist for 2026 Success
1. Prioritise Math: Since each Math question is worth 3 marks (while others are 2), spend 40% of your study time here.
2. Daily GK Capsule: Don't try to memorise GK in one day. Read 5 new facts every morning.
3. Weekly Mock Tests: Once you tick off 50% of this checklist, start taking weekly tests to build speed.
4. NCERT is King: For Class 6 AISSEE, the NCERT Class 5 textbooks for EVS and Math are your best friends.
Final Thoughts
The AISSEE 2026 syllabus is vast, but it is manageable if you tackle it one "tick" at a time. Bookmark this page, print this checklist, and start your journey toward that olive-green uniform!
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