Merit List Analysis – Sainik Schools Admission
1. Generation of Merit List
✔ The AISSEE Merit List is prepared by the respective Sainik Schools (or centrally by NTA for AISSEE) after evaluating the entrance exam results and eligibility criteria.
✔ Separate Merit Lists are created for:
Class VI and Class IX admissions
Boys and girls (if the school is co-educational)
✔ Different quotas: Defence, State, and General
Steps involved:
✔ Examine Answer Sheets: Each question carries marks; multiple-choice questions are evaluated automatically.
✔ Calculate Total Marks: Sum of marks for all subjects.
✔ Check Age & Eligibility: Candidates not meeting age criteria are disqualified.
✔ Apply Tie-Breaking Rules: If two or more candidates have the same marks.
2. Weightage and Ranking
✔ Marks from different sections of the AISSEE are equally weighted, usually:
✔ Mathematics / Science: 25–30%
✔ English / Language: 20–25%
✔ General Knowledge / Intelligence: 20–25%
✔ Ranking Order:
Total Marks → Higher marks get higher rank
✔ Tie-breakers:
Marks in Mathematics / Science
Marks in English / Language
Date of Birth (older candidate preferred)
Random draw if all else is equal
✔ Quota Consideration:
Seats reserved for Defence quota, State quota, and General are applied after ranking.
Candidates are ranked separately within each quota.
3. Types of Merit Lists
✔ Provisional Merit List:
Released soon after the exam.
May have corrections (typos, missing marks, eligibility checks).
✔ Final Merit List:
Released after resolving objections.
Official and binding for admissions.
Waitlist / Second List:
In case seats remain unfilled due to withdrawal or disqualification.
Candidates from the waitlist are called sequentially based on rank.
4. Checking Your Position
✔ How to check:
Download from the official Sainik School website or AISSEE portal.
Check the school-wise merit list to know which school you are allocated.
Look for:
✔ Your Rank
✔ Total Marks
✔ Quota Category
Example:
✔ Rank 15 in Defence quota → Admission likely if Defence quota has ≥15 seats.
✔ Rank 35 in State quota → Admission depends on seat availability.
5. Importance of Merit List Analysis
✔ Predicts Chances:
Early knowledge of rank helps candidates prepare documents and medical exams.
✔ Quota Insights:
See how Defence, State, or General quotas affect chances.
✔ Planning Next Steps:
If not selected, candidates may plan for other Sainik Schools or next year.
6. Tips for Candidates
✔ Keep Copies of Results: Screenshots, PDF downloads.
✔ Verify Details: Name, DOB, marks, and rank. Report errors immediately.
✔ Medical Readiness: Only shortlisted candidates are called for the medical exam.
✔ Multiple Schools: Candidates can apply to multiple Sainik Schools; check school-wise merit lists.