Overview
Sainik School Overview
Sainik School Purulia, one of the esteemed English medium residential public schools in West Bengal, aims to groom its students for a career in the Armed Forces. Through a well-balanced curriculum, the school focuses on preparing boys mentally, physically, and academically for the commissioned ranks in the armed services, specifically for the National Defence Academy. Established in 1962 under the Ministry of Defence, Sainik School Purulia was founded with the intention of addressing regional imbalances in the officers' cadres of the Defence Services in India. Nestled amidst the serene backdrop of the Ayodhya Hills, the school spans over an expansive 279-acre area on the Purulia-Ranchi Road, near Sidho Kanho Birsa University. This location is just 4 km away from Purulia town, which serves as the district headquarters. Throughout the years, Sainik School Purulia has showcased excellence in all domains. It follows a holistic education system that places equal importance on academics, physical fitness, and mental well-being. The school is managed by a