The fourth edition of AISSNG-2026 commenced on November 3 and is ongoing until November 7, 2026. The sporting event, organized by the Sainik Schools Society under the Ministry of Defence, involves participants from across India.
The All India Sainik Schools National Games (AISSNG)-2026, in its fourth edition, is currently unfolding at Sainik School Bijapur, Vijayapura, Karnataka. This five-day national sporting event, organized under the aegis of the Sainik Schools Society, Ministry of Defence, commenced on November 3, 2026, and will conclude on November 7, 2026.
A total of 544 participants, comprising 296 male and 248 female cadets, representing 30 old and 13 New Sainik Schools, are participating in the event. The teams consist of winners from all eight zones that competed in the zonal competitions.
The championship encompasses Basketball (Junior Boys and Girls), Volleyball (Junior Boys), Track and Field events for Sub-Junior and Junior categories for both boys and girls, as well as Debate and Quiz competitions. The track events include 100m, 200m, and 400m sprints, 1500m race, and a 4x100m relay. Long Jump competitions were held for boys and girls in both the Sub-Junior and Junior categories.
The Closing Ceremony of this sporting extravaganza will take place on November 7, 2026, with Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth gracing the occasion as the Chief Guest. Other distinguished dignitaries, senior officials, and eminent alumni will also be present.
Sainik School Bijapur, which has completed 63 glorious years of service in imparting quality education and nurturing future leaders of the nation, is hosting this event to uphold the highest traditions and ethos of the Sainik Schools, celebrating discipline, camaraderie, sportsmanship, and excellence.
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