JNVST 2026: Last date to register for Class 9, 11 selection test extended
JNVST 2026 registration: The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has announced an extension in the registration deadline for the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) 2026 for Class 9 and 11 admissions. Candidates who missed the initial deadline now have more time to apply for the entrance exam through the official website, navodaya.gov.in.This decision comes as a relief for many students and their guardians preparing for admission into Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas. The new last date to submit applications is October 21, 2025. Interested candidates are advised to complete the registration process before this deadline to ensure eligibility for the upcoming selection test.Details of the JNVST 2026 exam patternThe JNVST 2026 entrance examination is scheduled for February 7, 2026. The test format varies slightly for Classes 9 and 11. For Class 9 candidates, the exam will include objective questions on English, Hindi, Mathematics, and General Science. The paper will have a total of 100 questions carrying 100 marks.Class 11 aspirants will face questions covering Mental Ability, English, Science, Social Science, and Mathematics. This paper will also contain 100 objective-type questions worth 100 marks. Both exams will be conducted in a duration of two hours and thirty minutes. The medium of the test will be bilingual, covering both Hindi and English languages.Important documents and selection processAfter the exams are held, NVS will release a list of shortlisted candidates based on their performance. Selected students will then need to submit their domicile certificate, birth certificate, and educational qualification documents for verification purposes. The principal of the respective Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya will notify candidates of their selection via SMS on registered mobile numbers. Additionally, confirmation letters will be dispatched by speed post to the shortlisted candidates.
How to register for JNVST 2026 at navodaya.gov.in
Step 1: Visit the official NVS website at navodaya.gov.in.Step 2: Click on the JNVST Class 9 or Class 11 Admission 2026 link on the homepage.Step 3: Fill in the required registration details on the new page that opens.Step 4: Complete the application form and pay the necessary application fee.Step 5: Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.It is essential for candidates to keep a hard copy of the confirmation page as proof of successful registration. Only those who register before the extended deadline will be allowed to appear for the selection test.Direct link to apply for Class 11 admissions 2026Direct link to apply for Class 9 admissions 2026Overview of Jawahar Navodaya VidyalayasUnder the Navodaya Vidyalaya Scheme, one Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya is established in each district across India in a phased manner. Presently, there are 653 functional Vidyalayas spanning 27 states and eight Union Territories. The only exception is the state of Tamil Nadu, where no such Vidyalaya has been set up so far.Candidates seeking admission to these residential schools are encouraged to complete their applications promptly to benefit from quality education offered at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas. For more information and updates, applicants should regularly check the official NVS website.
