Today is the last date for JNVST 2026 Class 9th and 11th admissions. Candidates can register online by visiting navodaya.gov.in. The examination will be held on February 07, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM.
JNVST 2026: The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has announced today as the last date for registration for Class 9th and 11th admissions through the JNVST 2026 Lateral Entry Selection Test. Students who have not yet registered online can submit their forms only until today, October 23, 2025.
Candidates can complete the registration process by visiting the official website navodaya.gov.in. Furthermore, a facility to make corrections in the registration form will be available from October 24 to 26, 2025.
Eligibility Criteria
To seek admission in Class 9th, candidates must fulfill certain conditions. The candidate must be a resident of the same district where the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV) is located. Additionally, it is mandatory to be studying in Class 8th. Candidates must have been born between May 01, 2011, and July 31, 2013.
For admission to Class 11th, candidates must be studying in Class 10th. Furthermore, candidates must have been born between June 01, 2009, and July 31, 2011. Thus, it is mandatory to consider the age and current academic level of candidates for both classes.
JNVST 2026: How to Register Online
Candidates can register for Class 9th and 11th admissions by following the steps given below:
- First, visit the official website of Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti: navodaya.gov.in.
- On the website's homepage, click on the Class 9th or 11th registration link.
- Accurately enter your personal information in the registration form.
- Upload your signature and passport-sized photograph in the form.
- Before submitting the form, carefully review all details and ensure the information is correct.
- After submitting the form, take a printout and keep it in a safe place.
Candidates are advised to keep all necessary documents and information ready before starting the application process.
Exam Date and Time
The JNVST 2026 examination will be conducted by the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti on February 07, 2026. The exam will be held at various examination centers across the country from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM. The time limit and guidelines for students appearing in the exam will be provided in the exam admit card.
Differently-abled candidates will be granted an additional 50 minutes on the day of the examination. Therefore, candidates with special needs must obtain information about their rights and facilities before the exam time.
Tips for Exam Preparation
To score well in JNVST 2026, students need to focus on all subjects. Some important tips are as follows:
- Understand the Syllabus and Exam Pattern: Get complete information about the subjects covered in the exam.
- Solve Previous Year's Question Papers: This will help in understanding the exam pattern and preparing for the questions.
- Manage Time: It is important to utilize time effectively during the exam. Do not spend too much time on difficult questions.
- Practice Mock Tests: Mock tests and practice sets will strengthen exam preparation.
- Focus on General Knowledge and Mathematics: Questions on Mathematics, Reasoning, and General Knowledge are frequently asked in the exam.
