Looking for admission in Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya? The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti has announced the NVS Class 6th Admission for Class 6 entry across 654 schools in India. With free quality education, boarding, books, and uniforms, JNVs offer a golden chance for talented rural students. Check out the important dates, eligibility, age limit (01-05-2014 to 31-07-2016), exam pattern. RojgarResulted.Com
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JNVST 2026 Notification NVS Class 6th Admission, Dates, Eligibility, Exam Pattern
Overview & Key Details
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 30 May 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 27 August 2025
- Exam Date (Phase 1): 13 December 2025 at 11:30 AM
- Exam Date (Phase 2): 11 April 2026 at 11:30 AM
- Result Declaration: March 2026 (Summer Bound JNVs), May 2026 (Winter Bound JNVs)
Note: Applicants are strongly advised to verify all dates and details through the official website. Link is below
Application Fee
- No Application Fee – Candidates can apply online free of cost
Age Limits
(Age Calculate From – 01/08/2025)
- Candidate must be born between 01 May 2014 and 31 July 2016 (both dates inclusive)nvs.
- This applies to all categories – General, SC, ST, OBC, and Divyang.
- If there is any doubt about age, the candidate may be referred to a Medical Board, and their decision will be finalnvs.
- So the eligible age range is 9 to 11 years as of 1st May 2025.
Note: For details on age relaxation, please refer to the official notification.
Seat Details
| Post Name | Total JNVs | Total Seats per JNV | Approx. Total Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class VI Admission (JNVST 2026) | 654 JNVs (across 27 States & 8 UTs) | 80 seats (max.) per school | ~52,000 seats |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | Born between 01 May 2014 and 31 July 2016 (both dates inclusive) |
| Educational Qualification | Must be studying in Class V in academic session 2025-26 in Govt./Govt. aided/recognized school in the same district |
| Residence | Candidate must be a bonafide resident of the district where JNV is located |
| Rural Quota | 75% seats reserved for rural candidates; must have studied in Classes III, IV & V in a rural school |
| Reservation | SC: 15%, ST: 7.5%, OBC: 27%, Girls: 1/3rd of seats, Divyang: as per Govt. norms |
Exam Structure & Syllabus
Exam Duration: 2 Hours (11:30 AM – 1:30 PM)
Total Questions: 80 | Total Marks: 100
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mental Ability Test | 40 | 50 | 60 Min |
| Arithmetic Test | 20 | 25 | 30 Min |
| Language Test | 20 | 25 | 30 Min |
| Total | 80 | 100 | 2 Hours |
State/UT-wise Distribution of JNV
Syllabus Highlights
- Mental Ability: Odd-one-out, Figure matching, Series, Analogies, Mirror imaging, Embedded figures.
- Arithmetic: Numbers, Factors, Decimals, Fractions, Measurement, Perimeter & Area, Profit & Loss, Angles, Data Analysis.
- Language: Reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar.
How to Apply
- Visit the official portal: navodaya.gov.in nvs
- Register online with candidate & parent details.
- Upload documents (Photograph, Candidate & Parent Signature, Aadhaar/Residence Certificate).
- Submit the form online before 29 July 2025.
- Application is free of cost.
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Table of Contents
JNVST 2026 Notification NVS Class 6th Admission, Dates, Eligibility, Exam Pattern
The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) invites online applications for admission to Class VI in Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) across India for the academic session 2026-27.
- Notification Release: June 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 29 July 2025nvs
- Exam Date (Phase 1): 13 December 2025 at 11:30 AMnvs
- Exam Date (Phase 2): 11 April 2026 at 11:30 AMnvs
- Result Declaration: March 2026 (Summer Bound JNVs), May 2026 (Winter Bound JNVs)nvs
Application Fees Of NVS Class 6th Admission
- No Application Fee – Candidates can apply online free of costnvs
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total JNVs | Total Seats per JNV | Approx. Total Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class VI Admission (JNVST 2026) | 654 JNVs (across 27 States & 8 UTs)nvs | 80 seats (max.) per school | ~52,000 seats |
Note: Seats may reduce to 40 in case of limited accommodationnvs.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | Born between 01 May 2014 and 31 July 2016 (both dates inclusive)nvs |
| Educational Qualification | Must be studying in Class V in academic session 2025-26 in Govt./Govt. aided/recognized school in the same districtnvs |
| Residence | Candidate must be a bonafide resident of the district where JNV is locatednvs |
| Rural Quota | 75% seats reserved for rural candidates; must have studied in Classes III, IV & V in a rural schoolnvs |
| Reservation | SC: 15%, ST: 7.5%, OBC: 27%, Girls: 1/3rd of seats, Divyang: as per Govt. normsnvs |
Salary & Benefits
- Education, lodging, uniforms, and textbooks are FREE in JNVsnvs
- Vidyalaya Vikas Nidhi (VVN):
- ₹600 per month for Classes IX–XII students
- Exempted for SC/ST, Girls, BPL, and Divyang studentsnvs
(Since this is school admission, no salary is applicable, but free facilities are provided.)
How to Apply Of NVS Class 6th Admission
- Visit the official portal: navodaya.gov.in nvs
- Register online with candidate & parent details.
- Upload documents (Photograph, Candidate & Parent Signature, Aadhaar/Residence Certificate).
- Submit the form online before 29 July 2025.
- Application is free of cost.
Exam Structure & Syllabus
Exam Duration: 2 Hours (11:30 AM – 1:30 PM)nvs
Total Questions: 80 | Total Marks: 100
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mental Ability Test | 40 | 50 | 60 Min |
| Arithmetic Test | 20 | 25 | 30 Min |
| Language Test | 20 | 25 | 30 Min |
| Total | 80 | 100 | 2 Hours |
Syllabus Highlights:
- Mental Ability: Odd-one-out, Figure matching, Series, Analogies, Mirror imaging, Embedded figures.
- Arithmetic: Numbers, Factors, Decimals, Fractions, Measurement, Perimeter & Area, Profit & Loss, Angles, Data Analysis.
- Language: Reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar.
Selection Process Of NVS Class 6th Admission
- Written Exam (JNVST 2026)
- Merit-based shortlisting
- Reservation & rural/urban quota rules applied
- Document verification (DOB, residence, school certificate, caste, disability if applicable)nvs
- Final admission confirmed after verification
No re-evaluation/re-checking of OMR sheet is allowednvs.
Frequently Asked Questions Of JNVST 2026
Q1. What is the last date to apply for NVS Class 6th Admission?
The last date to submit the online application form is 29th July 2025.
Q2. What is the age limit for JNVST 2026 Class 6 admission?
Candidates must be born between 01 May 2014 and 31 July 2016 (both dates inclusive).
Q3. How many seats are available in NVS Class 6th Admission 2026?
Each JNV admits up to 80 students per year in Class 6, subject to accommodation. Around 52,000+ seats are available across 654 JNVs.
Q5. What is the exam pattern of NVS Class 6th Admission?
The exam has 80 questions for 100 marks in 3 sections: Mental Ability (40 Qs, 50 Marks), Arithmetic (20 Qs, 25 Marks), and Language (20 Qs, 25 Marks). Duration: 2 Hours.
Q6. When will the JNVST 2026 exam be held?
Phase 1: 13th December 2025
Phase 2: 11th April 2026