JNVST Class 6 Admission 2026 Online Registration Portal Open: The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has officially opened the registration window for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) 2026 for Class 6 admissions. This entrance exam is crucial for rural and urban students seeking quality education through the centrally-run Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, which are known for their holistic academic environment and free residential schooling across India.
The online application process for admission to Class 6 in JNVs for the academic year 2026–27 is now live at navodaya.gov.in. The last date to apply is July 29, 2025. Candidates must be born between May 1, 2014, and July 31, 2016, and must meet eligibility norms related to school location and academic progression. Selection will be based on a written test, JNVST 2026, scheduled later this year.
JNVST Class 6 Admission 2026 – Key Details Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) 2026 |
| Organising Body | Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) |
| Academic Year | 2026–2027 |
| Eligibility | – Born between May 1, 2014, and July 31, 2016 – Must not have repeated Class 6 in 2025–26 |
| Application Deadline | July 29, 2025 |
| Application Website | cbseitms.rcil.gov.in |
| Official Notification | navodaya.gov.in |
| Documents Required (JPG format) | – Candidate’s photo (10–100 KB) – Candidate’s signature (10–100 KB) – Parent’s signature (10–100 KB) – Verified certificate by parent & school (50–300 KB) – Residence certificate (if no Aadhaar) |
| Seat Distribution | – 75% reserved for rural students – Urban students defined by any part attendance in urban school in Classes 3–5 |
| Exam Pattern | – Mental Ability: 40 Qs, 50 marks (60 mins) – Arithmetic: 20 Qs, 25 marks (30 mins) – Language: 20 Qs, 25 marks (30 mins) Total: 80 Qs, 100 marks |
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JNVST 2026: Key Highlights and Eligibility Criteria
The JNVST entrance exam is a gateway to free, high-quality residential education for talented students, especially from rural India. Admission is open to those currently studying in Class 5 and fulfilling the age and residency criteria. Importantly, applicants must not have repeated Class 6 in the academic year 2025–26.
The majority (75%) of seats are reserved for rural candidates, who must have studied Classes 3, 4, and 5 in a recognised school in the same district they are applying from. Any student who has attended even one academic year in an urban school during these classes will be categorised as an urban candidate.
How to Apply for JNVST Class 6 Admission 2026
The registration for JNVST 2026 is completely online and free of charge. Here is the step-by-step guide:
- Visit the registration portal: cbseitms.rcil.gov.in
- Click on the “Class 6 Application” link under the “Important News” section
- Register by entering the required personal and academic details
- Log in with credentials to access the application form
- Upload all necessary documents in the specified JPG format
- Submit the application and download the confirmation page for future reference
Applicants are advised to ensure that all documents are clear, recent, and in the correct size and format before submission to avoid technical issues.
What’s Next After Registration?
Once the application deadline closes on July 29, 2025, NVS will notify candidates of the JNVST 2026 exam date and issue admit cards on the official website. Students must start preparing based on the official exam pattern, which includes Mental Ability, Arithmetic, and Language sections.
Admission to Class 6 is strictly merit-based, and final selection depends on the JNVST score, seat availability in the district, and category-wise reservation norms.
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