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KKN Gurugram Desk | The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has officially released the notification for Class 6 admissions for the academic session 2026–27 in Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) across India. Students and parents eager to secure admission in one of India’s premier government-run residential schools can now submit their applications online. The last date to apply is July 29, 2025. How to Apply for JNV Class 6 Admission 2026 Interested students or their guardians can register by following these steps: Visit the official website: navodaya.gov.in Click on the link: “JNV Class VI Admission 2026” Read the official notification carefully Fill in personal, academic, and domicile details Upload required documents (see list below) Submit the form and download the acknowledgment Documents Required for JNV Application Make sure to keep scanned copies of the following documents ready before applying: Proof of date of birth (Birth certificate or school record) Certificate verified by Head of School (as per NVS format) Photograph of the student (passport size) Residential proof (Ration card, Aadhaar, electricity bill, etc.) Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/Divyang if applicable) Important Dates to Remember Event Date Online Application Start Date Already started Last Date to Apply July 29, 2025 JNVST Admit Card Release To be announced JNVST Exam Date Expected Jan 2026 Result Declaration March–April 2026 Eligibility Criteria for JNV Class 6 Admission To apply, candidates must fulfill the following conditions: Must be studying in Class 5 during the academic year 2025–26 in a recognized government or private school Should be born between May 1, 2014, and July 31, 2016 (both dates inclusive) Must apply for the school in the same district where they are currently studying Exam Pattern of JNVST 2026 Subject Questions Marks Duration Mental Ability Test 40 50 Arithmetic 20 25 Language Test 20 25 Total 80 100 2 hrs No negative marking OMR-based offline test Question paper available in the regional language, Hindi, and English Why Choose Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya? JNVs are known for: Free quality education for rural students Merit-based admissions through entrance exams Fully residential & co-educational environment CBSE-affiliated curriculum Focus on holistic development (sports, academics, art) Providing opportunities for economically disadvantaged students Seats and Distribution Each district typically has one JNV. However, availability of seats varies slightly depending on: Number of students appearing Vacancies in the concerned district Gender and category balance as per government norms Expert Advice: Early Prep is Key Educational experts suggest that: Students should begin mock test practice from NCERT Class 5 books Focus on logic and reasoning, especially for the Mental Ability section Parents should help students understand the OMR answer sheet format Prioritizing time management and accuracy during practice will boost results Selection Process and Results After the exam: NVS will release district-wise merit lists Selected students will undergo document verification Provisional admission will be granted only after successful verification Keep your application number and login credentials safe for result tracking. Navodaya: Strengthening Rural Education Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas are part of an initiative by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, aimed at: Bridging the rural–urban education divide Encouraging merit and inclusivity Offering equal educational opportunities to students from all socio-economic backgrounds As of 2025, there are over 660 JNVs across India, each located in a district or designated cluster. If you're a parent of a bright, rural child or a student dreaming of quality education without financial burdens, the JNV Class 6 Admission 2026–27 is your opportunity. Apply before July 29, 2025, and begin a journey that offers discipline, learning, and a future of promise.

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