The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) will close the registration for JNVST 2025 Class 6 admissions on September 16, 2024. With only a few days remaining, parents and guardians must ensure that they submit the application forms before the deadline. According to the official schedule, the JNVST 2025 entrance exam will be conducted in two phases: the first phase on January 18, 2025, and the second phase on April 12, 2025.
The Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) 2025 is a significant national-level exam conducted for admission to Class VI in Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs), a network of co-educational residential schools across India. Established under the National Policy on Education (1986) by the Government of India, JNVs provide quality modern education free of cost, focusing on talented students, particularly from rural areas.
JNVST 2025 Notification Details
| Name of Organization | Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) |
| Name of Exam | Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test 2025 |
| Class | 6th |
| Category | Admission |
| Last Date to Apply | 16th September 2024 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | navodaya.gov.in |
JNV Selection Test for admission to Class 6 for the 2025-26 academic session will be conducted in two phases. The first exam is scheduled for April 12, 2025, at 11:30 AM, while the second exam will take place on January 18, 2025, at 11:30 AM. Both exams will last two hours, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, and will consist of 80 objective-type questions across three sections, with a total of 100 marks. For further details, candidates can visit the official NVS website.
Eligibility Criteria
- District-Specific Admission: Applicants must seek admission to the JNV in the district where they completed Class V.
- Age Requirement: Students must be born between 1st May 2013 and 31st July 2015 (inclusive of both dates).
- Educational Qualification: Candidates should have completed Classes III, IV, and V in a Government or Government-aided school.
- Rural Quota: A minimum of 75% of the seats are reserved for students from rural areas within the district.
Exam Format & Paper Pattern
The JNVST exam will be conducted over two hours and will include a total of 80 questions, divided into three sections. The Mental Ability Test (MAT) consists of 40 questions worth 50 marks, to be completed in 60 minutes. The Arithmetic Test has 20 questions, carrying 25 marks, with a time limit of 30 minutes. Similarly, the Language Test also comprises 20 questions, worth 25 marks, to be completed in 30 minutes. Differently-abled students will receive an additional 40 minutes to complete the exam.
How to Apply for JNVST Class 6 Admission Form 2025
Candidates interested in applying for JNVST Class VI admission for the 2025-26 session can follow these steps to complete their online application:
- Visit the official NVS admission portal at https://navodaya.gov.in.
- Click on the link for the Class VI JNVST 2025 application form available on the homepage.
- Select the “Registration” option for the session 2025-26.
- On the next page, answer the relevant questions in the online application form.
- Fill in the required information, such as personal details, educational background, etc.
- Upload the candidate’s and parent’s photographs and signatures, along with the necessary documents.
- As there is no application fee, review the form after uploading all documents and submit it to complete your online application for JNVST 2025.
Once submitted, the authority will notify candidates about the admit card on the official website before the exam. Make sure to fill out the application form with accurate details to ensure eligibility for JNVST 2025.
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Documents Required for Application
Applicants should prepare the following documents in JPG format (file size between 10 and 100 kb) before filling out the application form:
- Certificate verified by the school’s Head Master.
- Recent passport-sized photograph.
- Signatures of both the parent and the applicant.
- Aadhaar card details or residence certificate.
National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) students must have a ‘B’ certificate and fulfill the residency criteria for admission.