NVS JNVST Class 6th Admission Online Form 2027
Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has opened the online application for JNVST (Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test) Class 6 admission 2027. Parents can register their child for a free residential seat in one of 665 Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas. The last date to apply online is 31 July 2026 and the selection test will be held on 28 November 2026. Download the official prospectus and fill the form using the official links given in the Important Links table below.
| Application Start Date | 07 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31 July 2026 |
| Admit Card Available | November 2026 (before the exam) |
| JNVST Class 6 Exam Date | 28 November 2026 |
| Result Declaration | March / April 2027 |
| General / OBC / EWS | No Fee (Free) |
| SC / ST / Divyang (PwBD) | No Fee (Free) |
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- 8 Jul 2026 Recruitment published
NVS JNVST Class 6 Admission 2027 - Overview
Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) runs the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) - free, residential, co-educational schools set up by the Government of India, mainly for talented rural children. Admission to Class 6 is done only through a common entrance test called the JNVST (Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test). For the 2027-28 session, the online application is now open and any eligible child can be registered by their parent or guardian.
There are 665 Navodaya schools across the country. A child who clears the JNVST gets free education, along with free boarding and lodging (staying and food), free textbooks, uniform and other facilities. So this is one of the best chances for a bright student to study in a good residential school at no cost.
Admission Details at a Glance
| Conducting Body | Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) |
|---|---|
| Test Name | JNVST (Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test) |
| Admission Class | Class 6 (VI) |
| Academic Session | 2027-28 |
| Number of Navodaya Schools | 665 (all over India) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Test Mode | Offline (pen and paper, OMR sheet) |
| Type of Education | Free residential (boarding school) |
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
Before filling the form, check that your child meets all of these conditions:
- Date of birth: The child must be born between 01 May 2015 and 31 July 2017 (both dates included). This rule is the same for all categories.
- Class 5 study: The child must be studying in Class 5 during the 2026-27 session in a government or government-recognised school, or must have passed Class 5.
- Class 3, 4 and 5: The child must have studied and passed full academic sessions in Class 3, Class 4 and Class 5 from a school in the same district where he or she is seeking admission.
- A child who is not promoted and admitted to Class 5 before 15 September of the application year is not eligible.
Please read the official prospectus (given in the Important Links table above) for the complete eligibility rules, including the rules on rural, urban, girl and Divyang (Persons with Disability) candidates.
Application Fee
There is no application fee for the JNVST Class 6 admission. The online form is completely free for every category - General, OBC (Other Backward Classes), EWS (Economically Weaker Section), SC (Scheduled Caste), ST (Scheduled Tribe) and Divyang. So parents do not have to pay anything to register.
How to Fill the Online Form
The form is filled fully online on the official NVS admission portal. Follow these simple steps:
- Open the official Apply Online link given in the Important Links table above.
- Register the child by entering the basic details (name, date of birth, parent name, district and school details).
- Upload the required documents in the correct size and format - photo, signature and the study certificate.
- Check every detail carefully, then submit the form.
- Note down or take a printout of the registration number and confirmation page for future use.
Because there is no fee, the form is treated as complete once it is submitted with correct documents. Apply well before 31 July 2026 to avoid last-day rush.
Documents Needed
Keep these ready in soft (scanned) copy before you start the form:
- Recent passport-size photo of the child
- Signature of the child
- Signature of the parent or guardian
- Study certificate signed by the Head of the school where the child is studying in Class 5
- Aadhaar number or other proof of identity, as asked in the form
- Proof that the child is from a rural or urban area, if asked
- Category certificate (SC / ST / OBC) or Divyang (disability) certificate, if applicable
Selection Process
Admission is decided only by the JNVST entrance test. There is no interview. The test is held offline on an OMR (Optical Mark Recognition) answer sheet, and it checks the child's mental ability, arithmetic (basic maths) and language skills. The exact date, reporting time and exam centre will be printed on the admit card, so download the admit card as soon as it is released and read it carefully. Results are expected around March or April 2027.
Important Points to Remember
- Education, boarding and lodging in a Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya are free of cost.
- Fill the form yourself or with the help of the child's school - do not depend on an agent, as the process is free and simple.
- Keep the registration number safe. You will need it to download the admit card and to check the result.
- Always download the admit card, prospectus and result only from the official NVS link given in the Important Links table above.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Who conducts the JNVST Class 6 admission 2027?
Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS), a body under the Government of India, conducts the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) for admission to Class 6.
What is the last date to apply online?
The last date to fill the online form is 31 July 2026. The form opened on 07 July 2026.
Is there any application fee?
No. The JNVST Class 6 application is completely free for all categories. Parents do not have to pay anything.
What is the age limit or date of birth rule?
The child must be born between 01 May 2015 and 31 July 2017 (both dates included). The same rule applies to all categories.
When will the entrance test be held?
The JNVST Class 6 entrance test is scheduled for 28 November 2026. The exact reporting time and centre will be printed on the admit card.
How many Navodaya schools are there?
There are 665 Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas across India where a child can get admission to Class 6 after clearing the test.
Where do I fill the form?
Fill the form only on the official NVS admission portal. Use the Apply Online link in the Important Links table above.
When will the result be declared?
The result is expected around March or April 2027. Check it using the official link in the Important Links table above.
Is education at Navodaya Vidyalaya free?
Yes. A child who clears the JNVST gets free education along with free boarding and lodging, textbooks and uniform in the residential school.