Guide to Navodaya Vidyalaya Class 6 Entrance Exam (JNVST) โ 2026
The Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) is a prestigious national-level entrance exam conducted for admission into Class 6 of Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNVs). These schools are known for providing free, high-quality residential education to talented students, especially from rural areas.
If youโre preparing for JNVST 2026, this complete guide will walk you through eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, application process, preparation tips, and important datesโall in one place.
What is JNVST Class 6?
The JNVST Class 6 Entrance Exam is conducted annually by the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) to identify talented students for admission into Class 6 across JNVs in India.
Key Highlights
- Exam Name: Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST)
- Class: 6
- Mode: Offline (OMR-based)
- Medium: Regional language / Hindi / English
- Cost: Completely FREE
- ๐ซ Free residential education
- ๐ CBSE curriculum
- ๐ฉโ๐ซ Highly qualified teachers
- ๐ Hostel, food, uniforms, booksโall free
- ๐ Focus on rural talent development
- ๐ง Strong foundation for competitive exams
Eligibility Criteria for JNVST 2026 (Class 6)
To apply for JNVST 2026, a student must meet the following conditions:
1. Age Limit
- Born between 1 May 2014 to 31 July 2016 (as per official guidelines)
2. Educational Qualification
- Must be studying in Class 5 during the academic year 2025โ26
- School must be recognized by the government
3. Residential Criteria
- Candidate must apply from the same district where they are studying Class 5
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