Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has officially released the JNVST 2026 Admission Notification for Class 6 entry. Students currently studying in Class 5 during the 2025–26 academic year are eligible to apply for admission in Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) across India for the academic session 2026–27.
This is a golden opportunity for talented rural children to access quality, free residential education under a prestigious central government initiative.
📢 About Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs)
JNVs are a network of co-educational, fully residential schools established by the Government of India and run by Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti under the Ministry of Education and are known for providing free quality education to students from Class 6 to 12, including boarding, books, uniforms, and meals.
📅 Important Dates – JNVST 2026 Admission
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Admission Notification Released | 4 June 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 4 June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 July 2025 (Tentative) |
| Admit Card Release | December 2025 |
| Exam Date | 13 December 2025 (Phase-wise) |
| Result Declaration | After Exams |
🧒 Eligibility Criteria for JNV Class 6 Admission 2026
- Current Class: The student must be studying in Class 5 during the academic year 2025–26 in a government/government-aided/recognized school.
- Age Limit: The student must be born between 1 May 2014 and 31 July 2016 (both dates inclusive).
- Repeat Candidates: Students who have already appeared once for the JNVST exam are not eligible to reapply.
📝 How to Apply Online for JNVST 2026 (Class 6 Admission)
- Visit Official Website:
Go to https://navodaya.gov.in or directly access the application portal at https://cbseitms.rcil.gov.in/nvs - Register New Student:
Fill in student details such as name, date of birth, class 5 school information, and Aadhaar/identification details. - Upload Documents:
Required documents include:- Passport-sized photo of the student
- Signature of the student and parent
- Class 5 certificate from the school head
- Aadhaar details/Residence and caste certificates (if applicable)
- Review & Submit Application:
Carefully check all details before submitting. Take a printout of the confirmation page for reference.
📌 Note: There is NO application fee. The process is completely free of cost.
📚 JNVST Exam Pattern – 2026
The JNVST (Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test) for Class 6 is a written entrance exam conducted in multiple regional languages. It consists of 3 sections:
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mental Ability | 40 | 50 | 60 minutes |
| Arithmetic | 20 | 25 | |
| Language Test | 20 | 25 | |
| Total | 80 | 100 | 2 hours |
🏆 Why Choose a JNV?
- Free Education (from Class 6 to 12)
- Residential Facilities with meals, uniforms, books
- CBSE Curriculum
- Personality Development, sports, art, and cultural activities
- Merit-Based Entry through JNVST
🛑 Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Wrong birth date or school information
- Uploading unclear or incorrect documents
- Submitting multiple applications
- Not downloading the confirmation receipt
📞 Helpline and Support
If you face technical or registration-related issues, contact:
- Toll-Free Number: 0120-2975754
- Official Website: https://navodaya.gov.in
✅ Final Words
If your child is in Class 5 and meets the eligibility criteria, don’t miss this excellent opportunity. The Navodaya system is one of India’s most successful rural educational models, and selection into JNVs can shape a child’s future significantly.
📍 Apply before 29 July 2025 to ensure your child gets a chance at world-class education—free of cost.
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