Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has announced the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST), 2026 for admission into Class 6 for the academic year 2026–27. Eligible students from Assam can now apply online to appear for the entrance exam and get admission into the prestigious Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) across the state.
Exam Date: 13th December 2025 (Saturday) at 11:30 AM
Application Mode: Online
Application Fee: Nil (Free of cost)
Assam JNV Admission 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of School | Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV) |
| Exam Name | JNV Selection Test (JNVST) 2026 |
| Admission Class | Class 6 |
| Exam Date | 13th December 2025 (Saturday) |
| No. of JNVs in Assam | 29 (28+1 special) |
| Language of Exam (Assam) | English, Hindi, Assamese, Bodo, Bengali, Garo, Manipuri (Bangla & Meitei script) |
Benefits of Studying in JNVs
- Free education, boarding, lodging, textbooks, and uniforms
- CBSE curriculum with excellent quality of teaching
- Mother tongue or regional language till Class 8, English and Hindi from Class 9
- No fees for SC/ST, girls, and BPL families
- Minimal fee of ₹600 per month from Class 9 to 12 (exemptions available)
Eligibility Criteria for Assam Navodaya Admission 2026
Location Eligibility:
- Student must be a resident of the district where they’re applying.
- Must be studying in Class 5 in the same district during the academic session 2025-26.
Age Limit:
- Must be born between 1st May 2014 and 31st July 2016 (both dates inclusive)
Educational Qualification:
- Studying in Class V in a recognized school or through NIOS in the same district.
Number of Attempts:
- Only one attempt allowed. Students who’ve already appeared for JNVST cannot apply again.
Rural Quota:
- 75% of seats are reserved for students from rural areas.
- The student must have completed Classes 3 to 5 from a school in a rural area of the same district.
How to Apply for Assam JNV Admission?
Follow these steps to apply online for JNVST Class 6 Admission:
- Visit the official website: www.navodaya.gov.in
- Tick “Have you read the prospectus?” and click Proceed
- Fill in the application form with correct details
- Upload the required documents (photo, signature, certificates)
- Click on Save & Preview and verify details
- Submit the form and save your registration number & acknowledgment slip
Note: There is no application fee
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 3rd June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29th July 2025 |
| Date of Entrance Test (JNVST) | 13th December 2025 |
| Result Declaration | March 2026 (Tentative) |
JNVST 2026 Exam Pattern (Class 6)
- Duration: 2 Hours (11:30 AM to 1:30 PM)
- Type: Objective (MCQs)
- Total Questions: 80
- Total Marks: 100
Admit Card for JNVST 2026
- Admit cards will be made available online before the exam
- Can be downloaded for free from the official portal
- Must carry it to the exam center
JNVST Result 2026
- Results will be published in March 2026 (for summer-bound JNVs)
- Results will be available on:
- Application portal
- JNV schools
- District Education Officer’s office
- District Magistrate’s office
- Navodaya Regional Office
- www.navodaya.gov.in
Selected candidates will also receive SMS alerts and confirmation via Speed Post
Important Web-Links
| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Download Prospectus | Click Here |
| Print Your Registration Form | Click Here |
| Official Website | www.navodaya.gov.in |