NVS Class 6 Admission 2026-27 | Deadline for Application is 31st July 2026

JNVST 2027-28 कक्षा 6 में एडमिशन: रजिस्ट्रेशन शुरू – योग्यता, उम्र सीमा, परीक्षा की तारीख और पूरी जानकारी

NVS Class 6 Admission 2026-27: The Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) 2027 is conducted by the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) for admission to Class VI for the academic session 2027-28. Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas are fully residential co-educational schools established by the Government of India to provide quality education free of cost to talented students, especially from rural areas.

EventDate
Online Registration BeginsStarted
Last Date for Online Application31 July 2026
Admit Card DownloadWill be announced later
JNVST 2027 Examination28 November 2026
Expected ResultMarch 2027

JNV Class 6 Admission 2026-27 Overview

School NameJawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya
Governing OrganizationNavodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS)
School TypeCo-educational, fully residential, affiliated to CBSE
Grades AvailableClasses 6 to 12
Admission MethodBased on the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST)
Boarding & FacilitiesFree stay, meals, textbooks, uniforms, and other essentials
Fee (Vidyalaya Vikas Nidhi)Rs. 600 per month for students in Classes 9 to 12 (exemptions for SC/ST, BPL, girls, Divyang, etc.)
Teaching LanguageHindi and English
Unity in Diversity EffortsMigration plan to encourage cultural exchange between regions
Official Portalnavodaya.gov.in
Home PageClick Here

Documents Required for Submission for NVS Admission 2026-27

  • Birth Certificate – Issued by a competent government entity (proof of date of birth).
  • Eligibility Proofs – As outlined by the admission criteria of Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS).
  • Rural Quota Certificate – For candidates qualifying for the rural quota: a certificate from a competent authority confirming that the child has studied in Classes III, IV & V at a rural institution.
  • Residence Certificate – A valid proof of residence from the parent indicating residence in the same district as the JNV and the Class V school.
  • Aadhaar Card Copy – A copy of the candidate’s Aadhaar card (in accordance with the Aadhaar Act, 2016).
  • Study Certificate – Issued by the Headmaster of the school, confirming the educational details for Classes III, IV & V.
  • Medical Fitness Certificate – From a licensed medical practitioner.
  • Migration Undertaking – A signed undertaking form (format provided by JNV).
  • Disability Certificate – If applicable (for Divyang candidates).
  • SC/ST Certificate – If applying under the SC/ST category.
  • OBC Certificate – If applying under the OBC category (must be from the Central OBC list).
  • Transfer Certificate (TC) – To be obtained from the current school, to be submitted after document verification and admission confirmation, with a counter-signature from the DEO/BEO.

Composition of the Selection Test

Here is the table summarizing the JNVST Exam Pattern with section-wise details: Timing (11:30 AM – 01:30 PM)

Type of TestQuestMarksDuration
Mental Ability Test405060 Minutes
Arithmetic Test202530 Minutes
Language Test202530 Minutes
Total801002 Hours

Each candidate will receive a single test booklet that includes all three sections. An extra 40 minutes will be provided for ‘Divyang students’ (students with disabilities).

While education in schools is provided at no cost, which encompasses board and lodging, uniforms, and textbooks, a fee of Rs. 600 per month is imposed exclusively on students in Classes IX to XII for the Vidyalaya Vikas Nidhi (VVN). Nonetheless, students from SC/ST categories, Divyang students, all female students, and those whose family income is below the poverty line (BPL) are exempt from this charge.

For the offspring of Government employees who do not belong to the exempt categories (which include students from Classes VI to VIII, all SC/ST and female students, as well as wards of BPL families), the Vikas Nidhi fee will be determined at Rs. 1500 per month or the actual Children Education Allowance received by the parent per month, whichever is lesser.

However, the VVN fee shall not be lower than Rs. 600 per student per month. The goal is to provide high-quality modern education that incorporates a strong cultural aspect, instills values, raises environmental consciousness, and includes adventure activities and physical education for talented children, primarily from rural backgrounds. Additionally, the initiative aims to encourage national integration by facilitating the migration of students between Hindi and Non-Hindi speaking states.

654 Seats Open for Enrollment in NVS 2026-27

  • Andhra Pradesh – 15
  • Arunachal Pradesh – 17
  • Assam – 29
  • Bihar – 39
  • Chandigarh – 1
  • Chhattisgarh – 28
  • Dadra & Nagar Haveli – 3
  • Delhi – 5
  • Goa – 2
  • Gujarat – 34
  • Haryana – 21
  • Himachal Pradesh – 12
  • Jammu & Kashmir (UT) – 20
  • Jharkhand – 26
  • Karnataka – 31
  • Kerala – 14
  • Ladakh (UT) – 2
  • Madhya Pradesh – 54
  • Maharashtra – 34
  • Manipur – 11
  • Meghalaya – 12
  • Mizoram – 8
  • Nagaland – 11
  • Odisha – 31
  • Puducherry (UT) – 4
  • Punjab – 23
  • Rajasthan – 35
  • Sikkim – 4
  • Telangana – 9
  • Tripura – 8
  • A&N Islands – 3
  • Uttar Pradesh – 76
  • Uttarakhand – 13
  • West Bengal – 18
  • Total – 654

Eligibility Criteria

  • Candidate should be studying in Class V during the academic session 2026-27 in a Government, Government-aided or recognized school.
  • Candidate should be a bona fide resident of the district where admission is sought.
  • Candidate must have studied Class III, IV and V by spending one full academic session in recognized schools.
  • The candidate should not have appeared for JNVST earlier.

Age Limit

The applicant must be born between:

  • 01 May 2015 and 31 July 2017 (both dates inclusive).

Reservation Policy

  • At least 75% seats are reserved for Rural candidates.
  • Reservation for SC, ST and OBC candidates as per Government of India norms.
  • Minimum one-third seats are reserved for Girls.
  • Reservation is also available for eligible Divyang candidates.

Documents Required

  • Passport Size Photograph
  • Candidate Signature
  • Parent Signature
  • Aadhaar Card or Residence Certificate
  • Birth Certificate
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Disability Certificate (if applicable)
  • School Study Certificate

How to Apply Online?

  1. Visit the official NVS admission portal.
  2. Read the prospectus carefully.
  3. Fill the online application form.
  4. Upload photograph, signatures and required documents.
  5. Verify all details before final submission.
  6. Submit the application and save the registration details.

JNVST 2027 Exam Pattern

SectionQuestionsMarks
Mental Ability + EVS4050
Arithmetic2025
Language2025
Total80100

Exam Duration: 2 Hours

Question Type: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions)

Negative Marking: No

Selection Process

The admission process consists of:

  1. Online Registration
  2. JNV Selection Test
  3. Merit List
  4. Document Verification
  5. Final Admission

Why Choose Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya?

  • Free Quality Education
  • Free Hostel & Boarding
  • Free Textbooks & Uniform
  • CBSE Curriculum
  • Modern Laboratories
  • Sports & Cultural Activities
  • NCC, Scouts & Guides
  • National Integration through Migration Scheme

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Who can apply for JNVST 2027?

Students studying Class V during 2026-27 and fulfilling the age and residence criteria can apply.

What is the last date to apply?

The last date for online registration is 31 July 2026.

When will the exam be conducted?

The JNVST 2027 examination is scheduled on 28 November 2026.

Is there any application fee?

No. The online application is completely free.

Is education free in Navodaya Vidyalaya?

Yes. Education, boarding, lodging, textbooks and uniforms are provided free for Class VI students.