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Nagrota: 14 Feb 2026: In a landmark moment in the history of Sainik School Nagrota, the Annual Academic Trophy was formally institutionalised on 14 Feb 2026. The trophy was presented to the school by Lieutenant General P K Mishra, UYSM, AVSM, YSM, SM General Officer Commanding, White Knight Corps.
Instituted as an annual rolling trophy, the award will be conferred each year upon the House securing the highest overall academic average. This initiative reinforces that academic excellence lies at the core of developing future military leaders
On arrival, the General Officer was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour by the cadets. In his address, he underscored that academic excellence forms the bedrock of character and leadership. He exhorted cadets to pursue excellence with humility, to uphold integrity in thought and action, and to remember that true leadership is built on knowledge, discipline, and moral courage.
For the Academic Year 2025–26, Chenab House created history by becoming the first recipient of the Academic Trophy. Jhelum House was the Runners up.
The institutionalisation of this trophy signals the beginning of an enduring tradition – one that will foster healthy competition, strengthen academic rigour, and inspire generations of cadets to strive for excellence with honour The visit and the institutionalisation of the trophy mark a defining chapter in the school’s journey.
