Rajasthan to Open First Girls’ Sainik Schools; Applications Flood In

Jaipur, Rajasthan: For the first time in Rajasthan, two government girls’ Sainik Schools are set to open in Bikaner and Sikar, aiming to nurture the next generation of female military leaders. The schools will offer admission to Class 6 with a total of 160 seats. The announcement has sparked enormous enthusiasm, with around 13,000 applications already received—averaging 72 applicants per seat.

The schools are expected to produce future military officers like Colonel Sophia Quraishi, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, Squadron Leader Avani Chaturvedi, Captain Hansja Sharma, and Sub-Lieutenant Astha Poonia. The initiative is part of the Rajasthan state government’s 2024-25 budget plan to promote women in the armed forces.

Admission Process Details
Applications were submitted via the Shala Darpan portal from January 12 to 28, 2026, following the state government’s reservation policy. Candidates could correct errors related to exam medium, district, permanent address, or caste category between February 1 and 5, 2026. The selection exam will be held on March 8, 2026, across all district headquarters.

Eligibility and Academic Session
The selection test is open to girls currently studying in Class 5 at government or private schools across Rajasthan. The new academic session will begin on July 1, 2026.

These schools mark a significant step towards empowering young girls in Rajasthan to pursue careers in the armed forces and serve the nation with distinction.