Government Approves 23 New Sainik Schools in Partnership Mode to Foster Quality Education and National Development

TFP Bureau, New Delhi, Sep16, 2023:  In a significant development aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for the youth and bolstering national security, the Defence Minister, Shri Rajnath Singh, has granted approval for the establishment of 23 new Sainik Schools under the partnership mode. This commendable move aligns with the vision of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, who aspires to establish a total of 100 new Sainik Schools in collaboration with NGOs, Private Schools, and State Governments, gradually spanning from Class 6 onwards.

The Sainik Schools Society, in conjunction with various stakeholders, has already inked Memorandums of Agreement (MoAs) with 19 new Sainik Schools spread across the nation, marking the initial steps towards realizing this ambitious educational initiative.

Following a meticulous assessment of applications for the establishment of new Sainik Schools through the partnership mode, Defence Minister Shri Rajnath Singh’s nod has brought the count of approved institutions to 23. This initiative elevates the number of Sainik Schools functioning under the aegis of the Sainik Schools Society to an impressive 42, alongside the existing 33 Sainik Schools following the traditional model.

The primary objectives behind Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision for these 100 new Sainik Schools are to provide students with a high-quality education, harmonious with the National Education Policy, and furnish them with superior career prospects, including opportunities within the Armed Forces. Simultaneously, it extends an invitation to the private sector to collaboratively contribute to the nation-building process by nurturing today’s youth into responsible citizens poised for tomorrow.

The list of the 23 approved new Sainik Schools, categorized by State/Union Territory, can be accessed at https://sainikschool.ncog.gov.in/.

These newly established Sainik Schools, while adhering to the curriculum of their respective educational boards, will operate under the guidance of the Sainik Schools Society and adhere to the established Rules and Regulations governing Sainik Schools operating in partnership mode, as prescribed by the Society. In addition to their standard curriculum, these institutions will also offer an Academic PLUS curriculum tailored to the Sainik School pattern.

Comprehensive details regarding the operational procedures of these schools are available at https://sainikschool.ncog.gov.in/. The portal welcomes students and parents alike to explore this unique opportunity and engage with the initiative towards shaping a brighter future.