Medical Test & Counselling Process After Clearing Sainik Exam
Being selected in the Sainik School Entrance Exam is a proud moment for all the students and parents. But many have the idea that after the written test, the admission is secured. Actually, there are some few important steps till a student is admitted into a Sainik School.
Counselling and Medical Examination are two crucial steps following the written examination. The stages are designed to make sure that a student is a good fit for school and ready physically to attend a school where students live in a disciplined environment.
Knowing about these steps beforehand can help boost your confidence and prevent any last-minute confusion for you and your child if you are preparing for the Sainik School Entrance Exam.
COMPLETE PROCESS OF SAINIK COUNSELLING AND MEDICALS
Step 1: cLEARANCE OF SAINIK SCHOOL ENTRANCE EXAM
It starts with the All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE). This examination is conducted every year and thousands of students appear for the examination, but only those who score an above cutoff marks proceed to the next stage.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) publishes the results and merit list after the exam. Students are shortlisted according to:
- Marks from the entrance exam
- Category of the reservation (if it exists).
- A number of seats will be available.
- Overall merit
The candidates who get shortlisted are only those who are eligible for counselling.
Step 2: Registering for e-counselling
The second step is to register for the e-Counselling. After the results are declared, the candidates have to go through the online counselling procedure. This is an important step as even if a student passes out the written test, admission will not be made without counselling. Students must log in online and enter their information accurately during counselling. They will also select the Sainik Schools they are interested in getting admission at.
The final seat allocation is based on:
- Entrance exam rank Category
- School preference
- Availability of seats
This would be completed prior to the deadline to be able to secure admission; otherwise the parents may miss out on it as they will not be able to afford to miss out on the counselling schedule.
The following documents will be needed for counselling:
- AISSEE Admit Card
- AISSEE Score Card
- Birth Certificate
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport-size photographs
- Residence Certificate
- Transfer Certificate
- School Mark Sheet
- Any applicable Community Certificate (if applicable)
- Income Certificate (if any)
Make sure that the notification asks for other documents; always read the instructions of the official notification carefully. It’s best to have all required documents in place before starting the counselling process.
Step 3: ALLOTMENT OF SEATS
After counselling registration is completed, the authorities allot seats to students. Seat allotment depends on multiple factors such as:
- Merit Rank
- Reservation Category
- School Preferences
- Available Seats
If a student receives a seat, it is considered a provisional allotment. This means admission is not yet confirmed. The student must successfully complete the medical examination before receiving final admission.
Step 4: MEDICAL EXAMINATION
One of the key components of the student’s admission process is the medical examination. This stage is frequently one of the most worrying ones for parents since they do not know what doctors check. The medical examination is intended to serve its purpose.
Sainik Schools are a disciplined institution with physical training, sports, outdoor activity and academics. So, pupils should be physically healthy enough to take part in these activities. This is typically carried out at specific Government Hospitals or recognised medical centres.
What is included in the medical exam?
A thorough medical examination is conducted to make sure that students are physically fit. The examination is not designed to be frightening, but to detect any medical condition which may need attention. A General Physical Examination and the Student’s overall health is initially assessed.
They examine:
- Height
- Weight
- Body development
- General physical fitness
If the child is underweight or overweight, doctors may recommend improvements based on the medical standards.
LIST OF MEDICAL EXAMINATION
1. Eye Examination
Eye Examination Care is needed for good eyesight in learning in the classroom and outdoor learning. In this test, doctors are looking for:
- Vision
- Eye health
- Colour blindness
- Squint
Wearing spectacles during the examination is obligatory for students with glasses.
2. ENT Examination
An examination of the ears, nose and throat. The ears, nose and throat are also examined. This includes checking:
- Hearing ability
- Ear infections
- Nose blockage
- Throat condition
Even minor issues such as too much ear wax can require treatment prior to final approval.
3. Dental Examination
Another component of the medical examination is dental health. Doctors look for:
- Cavities
- Tooth alignment
- Gum problems
- Oral hygiene
Taking proper care of your teeth prior to the medical exam can help prevent delays.
4. Chest & Lungs Examination
The student is assessed for breathing and chest problem. They monitor breathing noises and determine if the lungs are working properly.
5. Heart Examination
The heart is also thoroughly checked. Doctors may check:
- Blood pressure
- Heartbeat
- Heart sounds
If required, additional investigations may be suggested.
6. Orthopaedic Examination
As students are engaged in sports and physical training, doctors examine bones and joints. They check for conditions such as:
- Knock knees
- Flat feet
- Bow legs
- Spine problems
- Joint movement
- Limb deformities
Some minor health issues might not necessarily affect admission, but more serious physical health issues may warrant further evaluation.
7. Blood & Urine Tests
Other medical boards also carry out simple laboratory tests, including blood test and urine test. These tests may be used to determine underlying health problems, if necessary. The most frequent causes of temporary unfitness are listed below. Not all medical problems result in rejection. Minor illness, which can be treated, is a reason for some students to be declared temporarily unfit.
Examples include: Dental cavities, Ear wax, Minor infections, Low body weight, Temporary illness.
What is a Review medical?
Students may be permitted to take a medical review examination after treatment. At times, a student gets declared as temporarily unfit. This doesn’t necessarily mean that admission will be denied. If the problem can be corrected, then the student may receive permission to attend a Review Medical Examination.
Who are declared unfit under the medical test?
Students may be deemed medically unfit based on the established criteria for certain serious medical conditions.
- Serious heart disease
- Severe hearing loss
- Major limb deformities
- Chronic diseases that impact daily living.
- Profound vision problems that aren’t considered medically acceptable.
The final decision is always taken by the authorised medical board.
Counselling and Medical Examination are two crucial steps following the written examination. The stages are designed to make sure that a student is a good fit for school and ready physically to attend a school where students live in a disciplined environment.
Knowing about these steps beforehand can help boost your confidence and prevent any last-minute confusion for you and your child if you are preparing for the Sainik School Entrance Exam.
Step 5: DOCUMENT VERIFICATION
Students are required to check all the original documents when the medical examination is successful. All certificates are thoroughly reviewed during counselling. The admission process may be delayed if there is any error or missing information. So, it is recommended that parents have both their original documents and photocopies on hand.
Step 6: Payment of the fee and final admission.
After:
- Counselling
- Seat Allotment
- Medical Fitness
- Document Verification
Students are notified of admission decisions. The admission fee is then to be paid by the parents within the specified time.
The school also gives details regarding:
- Reporting date
- Hostel joining instructions
- Uniform requirements
- Reading and study resources.
- School rules
After these procedures are over, the student is now a part of the Sainik School.
THINGS TO BE CONSIDERED BY THE PARENTS BEFORE THE MEDICAL EXAMINATION
Before your child’s medical exam, here are some tips for parents. Eating some food before the medical procedure can make it easier.
To help you, here are a few tips:
- Get a general health examination prior to the official examination.
- Get dental problems treated early.
- Make sure your child has adequate rest prior to the exam.
- Promote healthy eating and physical activity.
- Bring all original documents with you.
- Arrive at the medical centre in good time.
- Do make sure that your child is carrying their glasses.
- Avoiding unnecessary stress is easy to do with these simple tips.
Passing the Sainik School Entrance Examination is a major milestone, but it’s not the end of the road to admission. Counselling, allotment of seats, medical examination, verification of documents, and payment of the fees are also critical processes which need to be successfully completed.
The medical examination is intended to help confirm that the student is fit to take up a disciplined and active lifestyle like that of a Sainik School. The majority of students who keep themselves healthy and fulfill the formalities go through a hassle-free admission process.
The best advice is to be well-informed, have your paperwork in order and obey all directions given by authorities. If parents and students are well prepared, they can breeze through the entire admission process and embark on a new journey at Sainik School with a lot of confidence.
Garud Defence Training Academy wishes a great journey to all the students seeking admission! We wish you a promising future and a successful admission!
