I want to admission of my son in class 8 in session 2026-27.i am in defence
For the 2026-27 academic session, here are your best options and the steps you should take:
1. Army Public Schools (APS)
APS is specifically designed for the children of Army personnel. They follow the CBSE curriculum and have a robust system for accommodating transfers.
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Priority: Children of serving Army personnel (Category 1) get the highest priority.
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Admission Process: For Class 8, admission is usually based on a Transfer Certificate (TC) from a previous school. If your son is coming from a non-APS school, he may have to sit for a basic Lateral Entry Test to assess his level in Maths, Science, and English.
Action: Contact the Principal of the specific APS where you are posted or near your station.
2. Kendriya Vidyalayas (KV / KVS )
KVs are the go-to choice for all Central Government employees, including Defence (Army, Navy, Air Force).
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Priority: You fall under Priority Category I (Children of transferable and non-transferable Central Government employees, including Ex-servicemen).
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Admission Cycle: Online registrations for Classes 2 to 9 happen in April 2026.
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Special Provision: KVs have a "special dispensation" for Defence personnel, making it easier to secure a seat even if the school is at full capacity, provided you have valid transfer orders.
If you want your son to follow a career path toward the National Defence Academy (NDA), Sainik Schools are ideal.
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Entry Points: Admission is strictly for Class 6 and Class 9.
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Current Situation: Since your son is entering Class 8, he cannot join a Sainik School this year. However, he will be eligible to appear for the All India Sainik Schools Entrance Exam (AISSEE) in January 2027 for admission into Class 9 for the 2027-28 session.
