Introduction
The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS), under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has announced the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) 2027 notification. This test is for admission to Class VI in Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) for the academic year 2027-28. The notification was published on 7 July 2026, and online applications are open from 7 July 2026 to 7 August 2026.
Students currently studying in Class V during the 2026-27 academic year are eligible to apply. The entrance exam is scheduled for 28 November 2026. JNVs are fully residential and co-educational schools that offer free education, boarding, lodging, and textbooks to selected students. Admission is granted solely based on the JNV Selection Test.
Direct Link to Download JNVST Class 6 Application 2027 PDF is provided below.
JNVST 2027 Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) |
| Exam Name | Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) 2027 |
| Admission For | Class VI |
| Academic Session | 2027-28 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 7 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 7 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | 28 November 2026 |
| Official Website | navodaya.gov.in |
JNVST 2027 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 7 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 7 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 7 August 2026 |
| JNVST 2027 Exam Date | 28 November 2026 |
| Result Declaration | End of March 2027 |
Note: The application deadline was extended; the final date to apply is 7 August 2026.
JNVST 2027 Reservation Details
The official notification does not provide specific seat vacancies for individual Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas. Reservation details will likely follow standard government norms but are not specified here.
JNVST 2027 Exam Pattern
| Section | Number of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mental Ability Test & Environmental Studies | 40 | 50 | 60 Minutes |
| Arithmetic Test | 20 | 25 | 30 Minutes |
| Language Test | 20 | 25 | 30 Minutes |
| Total | 80 | 100 | 2 Hours |
The detailed syllabus PDF is not yet available in the official notification.
JNVST 2027 Selection Process
Admission to Class VI for the 2027-28 session will be finalized through the following stages:
- Submission of online application
- Qualifying the JNV Selection Test (JNVST) conducted by NVS
- Final selection based on merit and reservation policies
Important Links
- Notification / Prospectus PDF: Click Here
- Application Form / Registration: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the last date to apply for JNVST 2027?
A: The last date to submit the online application is 7 August 2026.
Q: When will the JNVST 2027 entrance exam be conducted?
A: The exam is scheduled for 28 November 2026.
Q: What is the age limit for JNVST 2027?
A: Candidates must be born between 1 May 2015 and 31 July 2017, inclusive of both dates.
Q: Is there any application fee for JNVST 2027?
A: No, there is no application fee for any category of candidates.
Q: Is there negative marking in JNVST 2027?
A: No, there is no negative marking. Each correct answer carries 1.25 marks.
