Navodaya Vidyalaya Admission 2026: Application process for Class 6 admission begins, entrance exam to be held on November 28 Navodaya Vidyalaya Admission 2026: Application process for Class 6 admission begins; entrance exam to be held on November 28.


Good news for bright students across the country! The official notification for admission to class 6 in Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV) has been released. Students and parents who want to be a part of this prestigious institute to shape the future of their children can now apply by visiting the official website. The race for admission in these schools under the Ministry of Education has started, and the exam dates have also been announced. Students can start the golden journey of Navodaya through the entrance examination to be held on 28th November.

How to apply and important dates

According to the guidelines issued by Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS), the application process is completely online. Students have been advised to visit the official website of Navodaya Vidyalaya, navodaya.gov.in and complete the registration in time. While applying, keep important documents like class 5 mark sheet, residence certificate and Aadhar card with you. Do not make any mistake regarding the last date of application, because no form will be accepted after the stipulated time. Admit cards for the examination will also be uploaded on the website at the scheduled time.

Entrance exam format and preparation tips

Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) exam mainly consists of three sections: Mental Ability, Arithmetic and Language Test. Students are advised to practice previous years’ question papers. The exam will be completely OMR based, so students should pay special attention to time management. Since admission to Navodaya Vidyalayas is quite competitive, complete concentration and regular practice in exam preparation is the key to success.

Why is studying in Navodaya Vidyalaya special?

Navodaya Vidyalayas are known for providing free quality education to talented children from rural areas. Here, along with studies, equal emphasis is given to sports, arts and personality development. Once selected, the student gets free education, boarding and lodging facilities till class 12. This is a great opportunity for the students of rural India. For the bright future of your children, do not miss this opportunity and complete the application process soon.