Short Information: Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) invites online applications for Class 6 Admission through the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) 2026. Eligible students can apply between 30 May 2025 and 29 July 2025. Below are complete details about eligibility, exam pattern, important dates, and how to apply.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 30 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 July 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 29 July 2025 |
| Entrance Exam Date (Offline) | 13 December 2025 |
| Result Announcement | 11 April 2026 |
Application Fee
- No Application Fee for any category. The test is free of charge for all applicants.
Age Eligibility
Applicants must be born between 1 May 2014 and 30 July 2016. Age relaxation is applicable as per government/NVS rules for reserved categories.
Eligibility Criteria
- Students must be studying in Class 5 during the academic year 2025–2026 in a government or government-recognized school.
- The student and their parents must be residents of the same district where the candidate is applying.
- The candidate must comply with any other criteria as defined by NVS notification.
Documents Required for Application
- Passport-sized Photograph (recent)
- Scanned Signature of the candidate
- Class 5 Study Certificate issued by the school
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate or proof of residence
- Income Certificate for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), if applicable
- Aadhaar Card or any Government-issued photo ID proof
JNV Selection Test (JNVST) Exam Pattern
| Subject | No. of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mental Ability Test (MAT) | 40 | 50 |
| Arithmetic Test (AT) | 20 | 25 |
| Language Test (LT) | 20 | 25 |
| Total | 80 | 100 |
Mode: Offline (Pen and Paper)
Duration: 2 Hours
Medium of Question Paper: Hindi & English
Selection Process
- Written Entrance Test (JNVST) as per exam pattern listed above.
- Merit list preparation based on performance and category-wise reservation.
- Document verification and counseling prior to final admission.
Important Tips for Applicants
- Ensure all scanned documents are clear and uploaded in the correct format.
- Practice sample papers and understand the exam pattern well.
- Double-check the eligibility criteria before applying to avoid rejection.
- Save and print the application confirmation page for future reference.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official website: navodaya.gov.in
- Click the link for “JNVST 2026 Class 6 Admission”.
- Register with your basic details and valid mobile number.
- Fill in the application form carefully and upload required scanned documents.
- Submit your application and download/save the confirmation receipt.
Download & Useful Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Navodaya Vidyalaya Official Website | Click Here |
Disclaimer
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