NVS Class 6 Admission 2027-28 Online Form

NVS Class 6 Admission 2027-28: Eligibility, Important Dates, Age Limit & 665 Seats Details

Short Description: NVS Class 6 Admission 2027-28 notification has been released for admission to 665 seats across Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas. Eligible students can submit the online application form from 07 July to 31 July 2026 without paying any application fee. The entrance examination (Summer Bound) is scheduled for 28 November 2026. Candidates born between 01 May 2015 and 31 July 2017 are eligible to apply as per the official NVS guidelines. Check complete details including eligibility, important dates, age limit, exam schedule, admit card, result, and the online application process below.

JNVST 2027 – Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test

Admission to Class VI in JNVs for Session 2027-28 | Apply Online before 31 July 2026

Important Information

📅 Important Dates

Notification Release Date : 2026
Application Starts From : 07 July 2026
Last Date for Submission : 07 August 2026
Edit / Correction Date : 11-12 August 2026
Date of Examination : 28 November 2026
Admit Card Release : Will be intimated on portal
Result Declaration : Expected by end of March 2027

💰 Application Fee

For All Candidates : No fee (Free of cost)

💳 Registration is completely free. Candidates can apply online through the NVS admission portal without any payment.

Age Limits & Number of Schools

📌 Age Limits (As on the prescribed dates)

Minimum Age : Born on or after 01 May 2015
Maximum Age : Born on or before 31 July 2017

✔ Important: Both dates inclusive. No age relaxation is provided for any category.

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🏫 Total JNVs / Seats

665

Functional Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas across 27 States & 8 UTs

Each JNV admits up to 80 students in Class VI (subject to availability)

Eligibility Criteria for Class VI Admission

📖 Admission to	✅ Eligibility Requirements
Class VI in JNV (Session 2027-28)	Residence: Bonafide resident of the district where the JNV is located. Schooling: Studying in Class V (2026-27) in a recognized school (Govt./Govt-aided/recognized or NIOS ‘B’ certificate). Full Academic Session: Must have studied full sessions in Class III, IV and V in recognized schools. Age: Born between 01.05.2015 and 31.07.2017 (both days inclusive). No repetition: Candidates who have already appeared in JNVST earlier or repeated Class V are not eligible. Rural/Urban: 75% seats reserved for rural candidates (studied in rural area schools for Classes III–V). Reservation: SC/ST/OBC as per central list; 27% for OBC (central list), 15% SC, 7.5% ST (national average). Divyang (PwD): Reservation for Orthopedically Handicapped, Hearing Impaired, Visually Handicapped as per norms (minimum 40% disability).

📖 Admission to

✅ Eligibility Requirements

Class VI in JNV
(Session 2027-28)

Residence: Bonafide resident of the district where the JNV is located.
Schooling: Studying in Class V (2026-27) in a recognized school (Govt./Govt-aided/recognized or NIOS ‘B’ certificate).
Full Academic Session: Must have studied full sessions in Class III, IV and V in recognized schools.
Age: Born between 01.05.2015 and 31.07.2017 (both days inclusive).
No repetition: Candidates who have already appeared in JNVST earlier or repeated Class V are not eligible.
Rural/Urban: 75% seats reserved for rural candidates (studied in rural area schools for Classes III–V).
Reservation: SC/ST/OBC as per central list; 27% for OBC (central list), 15% SC, 7.5% ST (national average).
Divyang (PwD): Reservation for Orthopedically Handicapped, Hearing Impaired, Visually Handicapped as per norms (minimum 40% disability).

Important Notes:

Candidates claiming OBC reservation must possess a valid Central OBC certificate issued before the date of registration/examination.
Rural seats are allocated block-wise based on rural population.
At least one-third of total seats are reserved for girls (preference given to girls in tie cases).
Transgender candidates are included in the Boys category for reservation purposes.
No separate reservation for transgender candidates.
All candidates must have Aadhaar number or apply for enrolment before registration (as per Government norms).
Admission is strictly district-specific; no shifting to other JNVs is allowed.

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

Mode of Selection: Written test (OMR-based objective type) – JNVST 2027.
Date of Exam: 28 November 2026 (single phase for all JNVs).
Duration: 2 hours (11:30 AM to 1:30 PM). Additional 40 minutes for Divyang candidates.
Total Questions: 80 questions for 100 marks.
Sections:
- Mental Ability & Environmental Studies (EVS): 40 questions (20+20) – 50 marks (1.25 each).
- Arithmetic: 20 questions – 25 marks.
- Language: 20 questions – 25 marks.
Minimum Qualifying Marks: 14 in Mental Ability & EVS, 7 in Arithmetic, 7 in Language.
No Negative Marking.
Medium of Exam: Available in multiple regional languages (choose while applying).
Tie-breaking criteria: Higher marks in Mental Ability & EVS, then Arithmetic, then priority to ST > SC > OBC > General, then Girl candidate, then younger age.

Note: The test is designed to assess mental ability, basic arithmetic skills, and reading comprehension. Sample questions are available in the prospectus.

How to Apply : NVS Class 6 Admission 2027-28

Visit the official NVS admission portal: https://navodaya.gov.in.
Click on the JNVST 2027 registration link.
Read the prospectus carefully and ensure eligibility.
Fill in personal, academic, and address details (State, District, Block, Aadhaar, etc.).
Upload recent photograph, signature of candidate and parent/guardian (JPG, 10-100 KB).
Select the language of the test booklet.
Verify all details carefully before final submission – no changes allowed after submission.
Submit the form online before 31 July 2026 (free of cost).
Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Important: Candidates must provide correct residence and school details. Any false information will lead to cancellation of candidature.

Note – सभी उम्मीदवारों से अनुरोध है कि आवेदन करने से पहले Official Prospectus को ध्यानपूर्वक जरूर पढ़ें। Last Date, Age Limit, Eligibility एवं अन्य महत्वपूर्ण जानकारी जांचने के बाद ही आवेदन फॉर्म भरें।

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FAQs : NVS Class 6 Admission 2027-28

What is the last date to apply for JNVST 2027?

The last date to submit the online application is 31 July 2026.

Is there any application fee for JNVST?

No, the registration is completely free of cost.

What is the age limit for admission to Class VI?

Candidates must be born between 01 May 2015 and 31 July 2017 (both dates inclusive). No age relaxation is given.

How many seats are available in each JNV?

Each JNV admits up to 80 students in Class VI, subject to availability of suitable candidates.

What is the exam pattern for JNVST?

The test has 3 sections – Mental Ability & EVS (40 questions, 50 marks), Arithmetic (20 questions, 25 marks), and Language (20 questions, 25 marks). Total 80 questions for 100 marks, duration 2 hours.

Is there any negative marking?

No, there is no negative marking in the selection test.

Can a candidate apply for a district other than the one where he/she resides?

No, admission is strictly district-specific. You can only apply for the JNV located in your district of residence.

Conclusion

Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) 2027 is a golden opportunity for Class V students to secure admission into prestigious residential schools across India. With 665 JNVs offering free quality education, boarding, and lodging, the selection process is merit-based and transparent. Candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria—age, residence, and academic requirements—and apply online before 31 July 2026. The exam is scheduled for 28 November 2026, and results will be announced by March 2027. For complete details, download the official prospectus from the NVS website.

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