Sainik School, Nagrota

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Sainik School Nagrota (Jammu) is one of the 33 Sainik Schools of India. It is a residential school. The medium of instruction is English. Established by Government of India on 22 August 1970 at Nagrota and is under Ministry of Defence. It is affiliated to Central Board of Secondary Education and is a member of Indian Public Schools Conference (IPSC).

The school prepares boys for entry into the National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla, Pune and for other walks of life.

The administration of Sainik Schools in India is a multi-layered structure with various levels of oversight and leadership. Here's a breakdown of the key players:

National Level:

Sainik Schools Society: This is an autonomous body registered under the Societies Registration Act. It manages all Sainik Schools across India. The Honorary Secretary of this society is typically an officer from the Ministry of Defence. Board of Governors: This board, chaired by the Union Minister of Defence, provides overall supervision and control of the Sainik Schools Society. It includes members like Chief Ministers/Education Ministers from states where Sainik Schools are located, and eminent educationists.

School Level:

Principal: The Principal of each Sainik School is the academic and administrative head. They are typically an active service officer of the rank of Colonel (or equivalent) from the Indian Army, Navy, or Air Force. Vice Principal: The Vice Principal assists the Principal in managing academic affairs and student discipline. They are usually of the rank of Lieutenant Colonel (or equivalent). Administrative Officer: The Administrative Officer handles the school's day-to-day administrative functions.

Local Level:

Local Board of Administration (LBA): Each Sainik School has its own LBA. This board comprises members like local dignitaries, Members of Parliament, and representatives from the state government. It advises the school administration on local issues and plays a role in fostering community relations.

The campus is lush green spread over 108 acres of land with hockey, football, Volleyball and basketball fields spread all over the campus. The school has four hostel blocs which are The Trikuta House, The Chenab House, the Sindh House and the Jhelum House. The School mess is centrally located and resembles the officers' mess of INA. The cadets fall in each time before they enter the school Mess except for the breakfast. The School Canteen is located near the Education block located centrally in the campus. There is a School dispensary and a massive multipurpose Auditorium also. There is a Stadium also that hosts many intra-school and Inter-school athletic events. The Campus has Dhobi ghats, the administrative quarters and other school staff quarters located within it.

There is an entrance examination that takes place for admission into the School. The only two entry points are in standard 6th and 9th. There is a written test, which is followed by an interview and then a medical test. The students who pass through all three tests and make up for the merit are granted admission.

All the Cadets join the student wing of Indian Armed forces popularly known as NCC in its Navy, Airforce or Army wing.

Cadets get the opportunity to attend various camps like Basic leadership camp, Republic day camp, ATC, CATC, PRE-RDC, EBSB etc at various places near and far from the campus during their academic journey of 7 years at SSN. The cadets receive a certificate of NCC in Class 10th and B certificate after passing Class 12th.

There is an NCC Camp also located alongside the campus.

The School has alumni as officers in the Armed forces, successful bureaucrats, doctors, businessmen etc. The alumni network of Sainik School Nagrota is Nexas.

• Official website
• Sainik Schools Society