Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST)

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Overview

The Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) is conducted by the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti to select students for admission to Class VI in Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas across India. These are residential schools providing quality education to talented children from rural areas.

Eligibility

Students studying in Class V in government, government-aided, or other recognized schools in the same district where the JNV is located can apply. Age should typically be between 9-13 years.

Important Dates

JNVST Class 6 admission notification June 1, 2025
Navodaya admission Class 6 registration start date June 1, 2025
NVS Class 6 admission registration last date July 29, 2025
NVS Class 6 admission form correction window August 2025
Navodaya admission test Class 6 (Phase 1) December 13, 2025
Navodaya admission test Class 6 (Phase 2) April 11, 2026
Exam Timing 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM
JNVST Class 6 result date (Phase 1) January 2026
JNVST Class 6 result date (Phase 2) May 2026

Exam Pattern

Section No. of Questions Marks Duration Topics Covered
Mental Ability Test 40 50 60 minutes Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning, Analogies, Classification, Series Completion, Pattern Perception
Arithmetic Test 20 25 30 minutes Number Systems, Operations on Numbers, Fractions, Decimals, Percentages, Profit & Loss, Simple Interest
Language Test 20 25 30 minutes Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Sentence Structure
Total 80 100 2 Hours -

Skills Tested

Skill Description
Analytical Thinking Ability to analyze problems, identify patterns, and apply logical reasoning
Mathematical Aptitude Understanding of basic mathematical concepts and ability to solve arithmetic problems
Language Proficiency Reading comprehension, grammar knowledge, and vocabulary skills
Problem-Solving Ability to approach and solve problems systematically
Time Management Ability to manage time effectively during the examination

Preparation Tips

  • Understand the syllabus: Familiarize yourself with the exam pattern and syllabus before starting your preparation.
  • Practice regularly: Solve previous years' question papers and take model tests to improve speed and accuracy.
  • Focus on fundamentals: Strengthen your basic concepts in mathematics, reasoning, and language.
  • Time management: Practice solving questions within the allocated time to improve your time management skills.
  • Balanced preparation: Give equal importance to all sections of the exam.