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JNVST 2026– Apply Online, Exam Pattern, Admit Card, Syllabus

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JNVST Application Date : 01 Jul' 2025 - 29 Jul' 2025
Updated on 03rd June, 2025 by Garima Sihag

About JNVST 2026

Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) will declare the JNVST 6th and 9th Class results in February 2026. Students who will apply for the NVS class 9 and 11 admissions can visit the official website to keep track of the latest updates. The board of NVS conducts the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) for class 6, class 9, and class 11 admissions every year. 

About JNVST 2026 Class 6 Exam:

  • The Navodaya result 2026 for Phase 1 Class 6 will be released in January 2026, on the official website navodaya.gov.in. 
  • The phase I JNVST exam will be held on December 13, 2025. The admit card for Phase 1 will be released in December 2025.
  • Students studying in the 5th class can apply for Navodaya class 6 admission 2026-26 if they fulfil other eligibility norms.
  • The last date to fill out the NVS Class 6 online application form is July 29, 2025. 
  • JNVST 2026 exam is conducted in pen and paper mode for all 653 Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas.
  • Students in class 6th are tested in the Mental Ability test, Arithmetic, and Language tests.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be granted admission to the Navodaya Vidyalaya.
  • The NVS Samiti will release the JNVST VI Class Answer key and Cut-off marks in April 2026. 
  • The JNVST Class VI Phase 2 examination will be held on April 11, 2026. The NVS 6th admit card for Phase 2 admit card will be released in April 2026.
  • The phase 2 result will be released in May 2026.

About JNVST Class 9 & 11 Exam 2026

  • The 9th & 11th class JNVST exam 2026 will be conducted in February 2026, in offline mode.
  • Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti will release the JNVST admit card 2026 for Class 9 & Class 11 in January 2026.
  • The JNVST application's last date will be in November 2025. Candidates can fill out the JNVST admission form for Class 9 till the last date.
  • The correction window for making modifications in online application forms by registered candidates for class 9 JNVST 2026 will open in November 2025.
  • 8th class students are eligible for class 9 admission if they were born between May 1, 2011, and July 31, 2013 (both days inclusive). Students can read the Navodaya class 9 eligibility criteria here.
  • Class 9 JNVST test 2026 comprises questions from English, Hindi, Maths, and Science.
  • The Navodaya Vidyalaya will publish the NVS 9th answer key and NVS cut-off marks in April 2026.
  • JNVST Class 9 result 2026 will be announced in March 2026. Students need to enter their roll number and date of birth in the login window to access the NVS Class 9 result 2026.
  • Know an overview of NVS Class 6 and 9 Admission

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JNVST 2026 Highlights

Full Exam Name
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test
Short Exam Name
JNVST
Conducting Body
Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti
Frequency Of Conduct
Twice a year
Exam Level
Matriculate
Languages
English +1 more
Mode Of Application
online
Mode Of Exam
offline
Exam Duration
Class 6:2 Hours +1 more

JNVST Important Dates

JNVST Class 6 (session 2026)

01 Jul' 2025 - 29 Jul' 2025 . Online
Application Date
13 Dec' 2025 - 13 Dec' 2025 . Offline
Exam Date
Phase 1
11 Apr' 2026 - 11 Apr' 2026 . Offline
Exam Date
Phase 2

Class 6

To apply for JNVST Class 6th Admission 2026, students have to fulfil the eligibility criteria- 

  • Only students belonging to the district where the particular Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya is located are eligible to apply for admission.
  • Candidates seeking admission must not have been born before May 1, 2014, and after July 31, 2016 (Both dates are inclusive).
  • Students applying for admission to class VI via JNVST 2026 must be currently enrolled in Class V in a government, government-aided/ any other recognized school or pursuing a ‘B’ certificate competency course of the National Institute of Open Schooling in the same district.
  • Students claiming admission under the rural quota must have studied from classes 3 to 5 in a government/government-aided/ recognized school located in a rural area. 
  • The candidate who has not been promoted and admitted to class V before July 31, is not eligible to apply
  • A candidate is eligible to appear for JNVST only once.

Class 9

Students should satisfy the JNVST Class 9 eligibility criteria before filling out the application form: 

  • Candidates studying in class 8 during the current academic session in government/government-recognised schools are eligible to apply for JNV class 9 admission.
  • Applicants must be studying in a school in the same district where the particular Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya is functioning and where admission is sought.
  • Students appearing for JNVST must pass the final exam of class 8 at the time of admission.
  • Students seeking admission to JNV class 9 must be between 11 to 15 years of age. There is no age relaxation for the reserved category, students must be born between May 1, 2011, and April 30, 2013 (both days inclusive)
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Class 6

NVS will close the Class 6 Navodaya admission form 2026 on July 29, 2025. Candidates can fill in the JNVST Class 6 application form 2026 in online mode before the deadline. There is no application fee for the same. Students can apply for the JNVST 2026 exam by visiting the official website at navodaya.gov.in and cbseitms.in.  

How to fill JNVST Class 6 Application Form 2026?

  • Visit the official link at cbseitms.in/nvsregn/index.aspx 
  • Click on the "Class 6" registration link.
  • Enter all the details in the NVS class 6 application form 2026.
  • Upload documents as asked in the specified format.
  • Now, preview the form and submit it.
  • Take the printout of the form for future references.

Students who appear for the JNVST 2026 and get shortlisted for the document verification round need to produce proof of residence, age, academic qualification etc. during the verification round. 

Documents Required for the JNVST Class 6 Admission 2026 

S.No.

Documents

1

Residence Certificate in the prescribed format

2

Proof of birth date 

3

Proof of eligibility as per the conditions of JNVs

4

For admission under rural quota - certificate verifying that the child had studied in an institution based in a notified rural area.

5

Other documents specified by the particular JNV.

Check the video below to know the whole process  of JNV Class 6 Admission:

Class 9

Students can submit the JNVST Class 9 admission form in online mode till November 2025. The online correction window for the application form will be opened for students in November 2026. The form needs to be submitted after reviewing all the details furnished, along with the required documents. Alongside, upload the recent passport-sized photograph while filling the JNVST 2026 application form class IX. Students can follow the steps given below to fill JNV class 9th admission form 2026:

  • Step 1: Visit the official website at nvsadmissionclassnine.in. Click on the link to fill out the JNVST Class 9 application form 2026.
  • Step 2: Enter all the personal details in the NVS class 6 application form 2026 and upload your passport-size photo in the provided space. 
  • Step 3: Enter academic details in the JNVST admission form 2026.
  • Step 4: Upload the candidate's and parent's signatures in the JNVST 2026 form. 
  • Step 5: After filling out the form, preview the details filled out and submit it. 
  • Step 6: Take a printout of the filled JNVST 2026 application form and retain it for future reference.
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Class 6

The JNVST Exam Pattern 2026 for Class 6 consists of information about the question paper such as sections covered, distribution of marks, total marks, weightage per section and so on. 

  • As per the JNVST 2026 exam pattern, there will be four sections for the class 6 exam.
  • There will be no negative marking. 
  • The exam will be held in pen and paper mode.
  • The JNVST 2026 test duration is 2 hours or 160 minutes.
  • All the questions in the JNVST 2026 exam will be multiple-choice questions. 
  • The questions will be asked from the Mental Ability Test, Arithmetic test and Language Test

JNVST 2026 for Class VI Exam Pattern

Topics in class 6 JNVST

Number of questions

Marks

Mental Ability Test

40

50

Arithmetic

2026


Language Test

2026


Total

80

100

Class 9

  • As per the JNVST class 9 exam pattern 2026, the exam will be held for 2 and a half hours. 
  • Divyang category students or students with special needs will be allowed 30 minutes extra in the exam. 
  • OMR sheets will be provided for answering the 1-mark multiple-choice questions.
  • The medium of the JNVST 2026 exam will be in English/Hindi. 
  • The difficulty level of the paper will be of the 8th standard syllabus. 

JNVST Class 9 Exam Pattern 2026

S.No.

Subject

Marks

1

English

15

2

Hindi

15

3

Maths

35

4

Science

35


Total

100

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JNVST 2026 Syllabus

JNVST Class 6 Syllabus

Mental ability test: Unit 01


Odd-main out

    Mental ability test: Unit 02


    Figure matching

      Mental ability test: Unit 03


      Pattern completion

        Mental ability test: Unit 04


        Figure series completion

          Mental ability test: Unit 05


          Analogy

            Mental ability test: Unit 07


            Mirror imaging

              Mental ability test: Unit 08


              Punched hold pattern-folding/unfolding

                Mental ability test: Unit 09


                Space visualization

                  Mental ability test: Unit 10


                  Embedded figure

                    Arithmetic test: Unit 01


                    Number and numeric system

                      Arithmetic test: Unit 05


                      LCM and HCF of numbers

                        Arithmetic test: Unit 09


                        Distance, time, and speed

                          Arithmetic test: Unit 10


                          Approximation of expressions

                            Arithmetic test: Unit 12


                            Percentage and its applications

                              Arithmetic test: Unit 13


                              Profit and loss

                                Arithmetic test: Unit 14


                                Simple interest

                                  Arithmetic test: Unit 15


                                  Perimeter, area, and volume

                                    Language test: Unit 01


                                    Reading comprehension
                                      JNVST Class 9 Syllabus

                                      English: Unit 02


                                      Word and sentence

                                        English: Unit 03


                                        Structure spelling

                                          English: Unit 05


                                          Passivation

                                            English: Unit 07


                                            Modal auxiliaries

                                              English: Unit 08


                                              Use of prepositions

                                                English: Unit 09


                                                Tense forms

                                                  English: Unit 10


                                                  Reported speech

                                                    General science: Unit 01


                                                    Food

                                                      General science: Unit 02


                                                      Material I

                                                        General science: Unit 03


                                                        Material II

                                                          General science: Unit 04


                                                          Living/ non living

                                                            General science: Unit 05


                                                            Reproduction

                                                              General science: Unit 06


                                                              Force

                                                                General science: Unit 07


                                                                Light

                                                                  General science: Unit 08


                                                                  Chemical effects of electric current

                                                                    General science: Unit 09


                                                                    Natural phenomena

                                                                      General science: Unit 10


                                                                      Solar system

                                                                        Class 6

                                                                        The following JNV Selection Test for class 6th preparation tips can help you prepare in a more organised manner and clear the JNVST 2025 with ease:

                                                                        1. Since most of the questions asked in JNVST Class 6th 2025 will be from the Mental Ability Test (MAT), candidates are advised to prepare well for the MAT section. Preparing for the JNVST MAT section doesn't require memorising facts. It is one of the highest-scoring sections in the JNVST exam 2025. There are several mental ability tests available online, and candidates can take them to enhance their analytical ability and understanding.

                                                                        2. The Arithmetic Test (AT) tests the student's basic knowledge of arithmetic. Students must go through the JNVST 2024-25 syllabus for class VI for this section. They need to ensure that they cover all topics given in the syllabus. Candidates can make notes of formulas they prepare and come across to revise later. Preparing notes will make the student revision more effective. 

                                                                        3. The language tests a student's grammar and writing skills. Besides, there will be three passages from which questions will be asked. Students should read more relevant books to enhance their reading skills and go through the best books for grammar and composition. For example, English Grammar and Composition by Wren & Martin. To analyze what they have already learned, candidates can take language tests available online.

                                                                        4. Candidates can practice the JNVST 2025 sample papers and the previous year's question papers. They can revise all they have learned to the current academic standard which will help them build on whatever they have already learned. In case of any difficulty regarding any topic, candidates can get in touch with their teachers.

                                                                        Class 9

                                                                        JNVST 2025 exam for Class 9 comprises questions from Mathematics, General Science, English and Hindi. Candidates can follow the below preparation tips to get good scores in the JNVST 2025 entrance test admission:

                                                                        • Tip 1-  Make short notes of important concepts and formulas- Creating handwritten notes will help candidates understand the concept better. It also helps in remembering the formulas. 
                                                                        • Tip 2- Follow the Right and Relevant Books- Students should cover the entire JNVST 2025 syllabus from NCERT Class 8 books. They can take the help of reference books and model papers to prepare efficiently 
                                                                        • Tip 3- Revision is the key to success. Hence, students must revise all that they have learned for the JNVST exam 2025.
                                                                        • Tip 4- Download and solve the JNVST question papers and sample papers. The JNVST 2025 sample papers are available online free of cost. Solving the last year's papers will help the students understand the difficulty level of the exam and they can prepare well.
                                                                        • Tip 5- Pay attention to topics such as rational numbers, squares and squares roots, cubes and cube roots and exponents and powers to prepare for Maths.
                                                                        • Tip 6- The other important section for JNVST 2025 is General Science. This section carries 35 marks. Students should focus more on living/ non-living, cell structure and function, Solar System, Light, Sound, and reproduction topics. 
                                                                        • Tip 7- For English, students are advised to do a lot of reading and also get the English grammar concepts clear. The questions will be asked from unseen passages, word and sentence structure, spelling and jumbled word sections. Students are advised to follow English grammar and comprehension by Wren and Martin. The book will be of great help to students as it covers all the English grammar and comprehension topics. The same applies to the Hindi language section. 
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                                                                        Class 6

                                                                        NVS will release the JNVST admit card 2026 for Class VI Phase 1 in December 2025. Students will be able to download the JNVST hall ticket from the official website of NVS. JNVST 2026 admit card will comprise details such as information about the candidate, the schedule of the exam, and the venue of the test. 

                                                                        How to download the JNVST Class 6 Admit Card 2026?

                                                                        1. Visit the official website at navodaya.gov.in.
                                                                        2. Click on the "Class 6" NVS admit card link 2026.
                                                                        3. Enter the registration number and password.
                                                                        4. Click on the "Submit" button and Navodaya class 6 admit card 2026 will appear on the screen.
                                                                        5. Take a printout of the same to use later.

                                                                        Students are advised to read all the instructions given on the JNVST 2026 admit card to avoid hassles on the day of the JNVST 2026 exam. No student will be allowed to appear for the exam upon failing to produce the admit card in front of the invigilator.

                                                                        Class 9

                                                                        • NVS 2026 admit card for Class 9 admission will be released in January 2026.
                                                                        • Candidates who have submitted the application form successfully can download the JNVST admit card 2026 for class 9 in online mode.
                                                                        • Students can download the admit card using their login credentials. 
                                                                        • JNVST 2026 hall ticket will comprise details like the test taker’s name, roll number, exam date and time, and details about the exam venue. 
                                                                        • The JNVST examination 2026 authority does not allow candidates who fail to produce a JNVST 2026 admit card to appear for the exam. It is, therefore, important for candidates to carry the admit card along with them on exam day. 
                                                                        • Along with the JNVST Class 9 admit card 2026, students are also required to carry a valid proof of identity to the examination hall.
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                                                                        The NVS will release the JNVST answer key for Class VI and Class IX in April 2026. Students can visit the official website of the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti to access and download the JNVST Class VI answer key and NVS Class IX answer key

                                                                        Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti will declare the JNVST Class 9 results in January 2026. The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti will also announce the JNV Class 6 Phase 1 results 2026 in January 2026. The result will be published in the form of a selection list of candidates in PDF format. JNVST result 2026 will consist of a candidate’s name, roll number, category, gender, district and area, date of birth, etc.  

                                                                        Students have to go through the selection list to check their names on the list. Candidates have to download the PDF file and keep it safe till the admission process concludes. 

                                                                        Steps to check the JNVST result 2026

                                                                        1. Visit the official website at navodaya.gov.in.
                                                                        2. Open the Class 6 or 9 result link.
                                                                        3. Enter roll number in the blank field.
                                                                        4. Click on the submit button, and the NVS result 2026 will be shown on the screen. 

                                                                        Selected candidates have to submit the given documents to complete the admission process after the result announcement.

                                                                        JNVST 2026 Admission Process 

                                                                        • After the declaration of JNVST results 2026, the parents of selected students have to download the forms, which will be submitted for verification of documents. 
                                                                        • The form will be available online on the school’s official websites. 
                                                                        • Fill in the required details, paste recent passport-sized photographs and attach Xerox copies of the required documents with the form. 
                                                                        • Special/reserved category candidates have to attach proof of reservation/ disability along with the form and submit it to the school’s principal before the deadline.
                                                                        • After this, a student is granted admission to their respective Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas.
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                                                                        The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti will release the JNVST Class VI and IX cut-off list in April 2026. Students who clear the Navodaya and clear the Navodaya cut-off marks 2026 will get their names in the final selection list. Candidates will be able to check out the detailed cut-off lists for Class VI and IX on the official website at navodaya.gov.in.  

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                                                                        Frequently Asked Questions

                                                                        1. When will the NVS release the JNVST answer key and cut-off marks?

                                                                        The Navodaya Vidyalaya will release the JNVST VI and IX Class answer key and cut-off marks in April 2026. 

                                                                        2. When will the NVS conduct the JNVST examination for Class 9 and Class 11?

                                                                        The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti will conduct the JNVST examination 2025 for Class 9 & Class 11 in February 2026. 

                                                                        3. What is the last date to apply for the JNVST class 6 admission 2025?

                                                                        The last date to apply for the Class 6 JNVST admission 2025 is July 29, 2025.

                                                                        4. What should I do after selection?

                                                                        After selection in NVS result 2025, the parents of selected students will have to submit the documents at concerned JNV for further processes.

                                                                        5. When will JNVST result 2025-26 be decalred?

                                                                        JNVST 9th class result 2025-26 will be declared in March 2026, at navodaya.gov.in.

                                                                        6. How many questions are asked in JNVST exam?

                                                                        A total of 80 questions are asked in JNVST exam 2025.

                                                                        7. What is the duration of JNVST class 6 exam 2025?

                                                                        The duration of the Navodaya entrance exam for class 6 is 2 hours.

                                                                        8. Who can apply for JNVST class 9 exam?

                                                                        Students studying in class 8 and are between the age of 11 to 15 years can apply for NVS 9th class exam 2025-26.

                                                                        9. What is the minimum age to apply for JNVST Class 6 exam?

                                                                        The minimum age for JNVST 6th class exam is 8 years. Check JNVST 6th eligibility criteria to know more.

                                                                        10. What are the maximum marks of JNVST exam?

                                                                        JNVST exam 2025-26 for class 6 and 9 is held for 100 marks each.

                                                                        11. When will JNVST class 9 form 2026 be released?

                                                                        Navodaya class 9 admission form 2025 will be released in October 2025. The last date to fill out the JNVST class 9 admission form will be in November 2025.

                                                                        12. What is the fees to apply for JNVST class 6 exam 2026?

                                                                        There is no fee to apply for the JNVST 6th class exams 2026.

                                                                        13. Can I appear for JNVST class 6 exam in Hindi?

                                                                        Yes, students can appear for class 6 JNVST exam in Hindi medium by choosing Hindi as a language medium while filling the form. 

                                                                        14. Can I appear for JNVST class 6 exam for second time?

                                                                        No student is eligible to appear for JNVST class 6 exam for the second time.

                                                                        15. How can I apply for JNVST?

                                                                        Students can apply for JNVST exam by filling an online NVS Class 6 application form 2025-26 on navodaya.gov.in

                                                                        16. What is JNVST?

                                                                        JNVST stands for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test. This is an entrance test for class 6 and 9 admissions at all JNVs. 

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                                                                        Have a question related to JNVST ?

                                                                        Hello there,

                                                                        The JNVST 2025 Class 9 result was officially announced on March 25, 2025 .

                                                                        How to Check Your Result

                                                                        1. Visit the Official Website : Go to navodaya.gov.in (https://navodaya.gov.in) .

                                                                        2. Navigate to the Results Section : Find the link for "Class IX Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test 2025".

                                                                        3. Enter Your Credentials : Input your roll number and date of birth.

                                                                        4. View and Download : Click "Check Result" to view and download your result.

                                                                        I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries, feel free to share your questions with us, and we will be happy to assist you.

                                                                        Thank you, and I wish you all the best in your bright future.

                                                                        The expected cut-off marks for selection are as follows

                                                                        Class 6 Expected Cut-Off Marks:

                                                                        • General Category: 80-85 marks

                                                                        • OBC Category: 75-79 marks

                                                                        • SC Category: 71-74 marks

                                                                        • ST Category: 65-70 marks

                                                                        Class 9 Expected Cut-Off Marks:

                                                                        • General Category: 80-85 marks

                                                                        • OBC Category: 75-79 marks

                                                                        • SC Category: 71-74 marks

                                                                        • ST Category: 65-70 marks

                                                                        You can go through this link for more detailed information https://school.careers360.com/articles/navodaya-cutoff-marks

                                                                        For more updated information, please refer to the official Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) website: navodaya.gov.in (https://navodaya.gov.in/) .

                                                                        Hi Kamakhya Rathi, Result for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection test(JNVST) 2025 is expected to be May 2025, where the Phase 1 exam conducted on January 18, 2025 & Phase 2 on April 12, 2025.


                                                                        hi ,

                                                                        Yes, Hindi is one of the mandatory subjects for the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) for Class 9 admissions. The JNVST exam generally consists of:

                                                                        1. Mental Ability Test (MAT) – This tests logical reasoning and mental aptitude.
                                                                        2. Arithmetic Test – This focuses on mathematical skills.
                                                                        3. Language Test – This includes questions in Hindi and may test reading comprehension and basic language skills.

                                                                        While Hindi is an important component of the language section, English may also be tested depending on the region and language preferences. However, you should check the official JNVST notification or the JNV website to confirm the exact language requirements for the exam in your area.

                                                                        hope this helps


                                                                        The Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) for Class 6 is conducted in two phases: Phase 1 on January 18, 2025, and Phase 2 on April 12, 2025. The results for both phases are expected to be declared in March 2025. Students can check their results on the official Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti website.

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