Online Application Process for Class VI Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) 2026

Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas are co-educational residential schools established by the Government of India under the National Policy of Education (1986). These schools are fully financed and administered by the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti, an autonomous organisation under the Government of India. Admissions in JNVs are conducted through the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST). Currently, 654 JNVs are operational across 27 States and 8 Union Territories. Education in JNVs is free, including board, lodging, uniform, and textbooks. A monthly sum of Rs. 600 is collected from students of Classes IX to XII towards Vidyalaya Vikas Nidhi (VVN), with exemptions for SC/ST categories, Divyang students, all-girl students, and students from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for JNVST 2026, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• District-Specific Admission: A candidate studying Class V in a particular district is only allowed to apply for admission to a JNV in that same district. Only bonafide residents of the district where the JNV is located and who are studying Class V in that district are eligible.
• Residential Proof: A valid residential proof of the parent from the same district where the candidate studied Class V and appeared for JNVST must be submitted at admission.
• Schooling: Candidates must study Class V for the entire academic session 2025-26 in a Government, Government-aided, or other recognised school in the same district where admission is sought.
• NIOS Candidates: Candidates undertaking the 'B' certificate competency course of the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) are also eligible if they pass the course by September 15, 2025, and are within the prescribed age group. They must also be bonafide residents of the district where they are seeking admission.
• Age Limit: Candidates must have been born between May 1, 2014, and July 31, 2016 (both dates inclusive).
• No Repeat Candidates: Candidates who have passed Class V before the 2025-26 session or have appeared for the JNVST previously are not eligible.
• Aadhaar Requirement: Candidates are required to furnish proof of possession of an Aadhaar number or undergo Aadhaar authentication. If a candidate does not have an Aadhaar number, they must apply for Aadhaar enrolment with parental consent before registration. Provisional registration is allowed by uploading a parent's residence certificate, but an Aadhaar card copy must be submitted at the time of the selection test and admission.
• Rural/Urban Status:
  • Rural: Candidates applying under the rural quota must have studied Classes III, IV, and V in Government/Government Aided/Government recognized schools located in rural areas for the full academic session. For NIOS candidates, rural status is determined by the parent/candidate's residence location.
  • Urban: A candidate who has studied in a school located in an urban area for even a single day in Classes III, IV, or V will be considered an urban candidate.

Important Dates

The last date to submit the online application for JNV Selection Test 2026 is July 29, 2025.

Required Documents for Online Registration

Candidates should have the following documents in soft form (JPG format, size between 10 to 100 kb) ready for online registration:

• Photograph of the candidate
• Signature of the parent
• Signature of the candidate
• Aadhaar details or a Residence certificate issued by a competent Government authority
• Certificate uploaded in JPG format between 10-100 kb only

Online Application Process

The application process for the JNV Selection Test has been simplified through an online process, which is free of cost.

1. Access Portal: Registration can be done through the admission portal of NVS, linked via www.navodaya.gov.in or  https://cbseitms.rcil.gov.in/nvs
2. Review Prospectus: Candidates and parents must carefully review the notification cum prospectus to ensure eligibility.
3. Prepare Documents: Keep the required documents (photograph, signatures of parent and candidate, Aadhaar details/Residence certificate) in JPG format (10-100 kb) ready.
4. Fill Details: Fill in basic details such as State, District, Block, Aadhaar number, APAAR Id, and PEN number in the application portal.
5. Upload Documents: Upload the photograph and signatures of both the candidate and their parent.
6. Accuracy is Key: All information provided in the online form should be correct, as no requests for correction or modification will be entertained after submission. This information will be substantiated with supporting documents during admission verification.
7. Rural/Urban Status Verification: It is crucial to confirm and correctly fill in the rural or urban area status of the school(s) where Classes III, IV, and V were studied.
8. OBC Category: If applicable, ensure that the candidate's OBC category is listed in the CENTRAL OBC LIST of the Government of India; otherwise, they will be treated as General category candidates.
9. Correction Window: A correction window will be opened for a few days after the application deadline to modify certain fields like Gender, Area, Category, Disability, and Medium of Examination. Information regarding this will be updated on the NVS website/registration portal.
10. Help Desk: All JNVs will have a help desk to assist candidates/parents with the application process free of cost. Parents can visit the help desk with the candidate, required documents, and a mobile phone to receive OTP, registration number, and password via SMS.

Documents to be Submitted After Selection

Candidates who are provisionally selected for admission will need to submit the following original documents for verification:

• Birth Certificate issued by a competent Government Authority.
• Proofs of eligibility as per NVS conditions.
• For rural quota candidates, a certificate from the competent authority stating that Classes III, IV, and V were studied in a rural area school.
• Valid Residence Certificate of the parent from the district where the JNV is located and where the candidate studied Class V.
• Copy of the candidate's Aadhaar Card.
• Certificate from the Head Master of the school detailing study in Classes III, IV, & V.
• Medical fitness certificate.
• Undertaking for Migration.
• Disability certificate (if applicable).
• Category/community certificate (SC/ST/OBC as per central list, if applicable).

Provisional selection does not guarantee admission until all original certificates are verified. The entire admission process for the 2026-27 session will close by December 31, 2026.

We hope this comprehensive guide provides clarity on the online application process for JNVST 2026. Prospective candidates and their families are strongly encouraged to adhere to the eligibility criteria and deadlines and to prepare all necessary documents meticulously. For further details and assistance, please refer to the official Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti website or visit your nearest JNV help desk. Timely and accurate submission of applications is crucial for a successful candidacy for this esteemed educational opportunity.

 

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