JNVST Eligibility & Admission Dates 2027
Before waiting for the jnv admission form 2027 class 6 date, carefully read the rural quota and district-specific rules to make sure your child's jnvst admission 2027 form is not rejected.
Navodaya Eligibility Criteria (Class 6)
The navodaya vidyalaya admission class 6 rules are designed to strictly benefit the local population of the specific district.
1. District Rule (Crucial)
- The candidate must be studying in Class-V in a recognized school located in the SAME DISTRICT where the JNV is functioning.
- The candidate must also be a bona-fide resident of that same district.
- You cannot apply for a Navodaya school in a neighboring district.
2. Age Limit
- For the 2027 session, the candidate must generally be born between May 1, 2015, and April 30, 2017 (Tentative; check official notification).
- The candidate must not be overage or underage. No age relaxation is given to any category.
3. The 75% Rural Quota
At least 75% of the seats in a district are filled by candidates selected from rural areas. To claim rural quota:
- The candidate must have studied Classes III, IV, and V for full academic sessions in recognized schools located in rural areas.
- If a candidate has studied in an urban school even for a single day in Class III, IV or V, they will be considered an URBAN candidate.
Important Dates for JNVST 2027
TentativeTrack the exact jnv admission form 2027 class 6 date through navodaya.gov.in. Note that JNVST is conducted in two phases across India depending on the winter/summer zone of the state.
| Event | Confirmed Timeline (2027-28 Session) |
|---|---|
| Online Form Release Date | 6 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 July 2026 |
| Application Fee | नि:शुल्क (Free) |
| JNVST Exam Date | 28 November 2026 |
| Result | March / April 2027 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the reservation for Girls in JNVST?
One-third (33%) of the total seats are reserved for girls. This is an excellent opportunity for female students.
Q. How many times can a student appear for JNVST?
A candidate is allowed to appear for the selection test ONLY ONCE. Repeaters are strictly not allowed and are disqualified automatically.
Q. Is Navodaya completely free?
Yes, education, boarding, and lodging are free. A nominal fee of Rs. 600/month is charged ONLY from Class 9 onwards for general boys (SC/ST/Girls/BPL are exempted).
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