
JNVST 2027: The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has extended the last date to apply for Class 9 and Class 11 lateral-entry admissions for the 2027–28 academic session. Eligible students can now submit their online application forms until October 22, 2026. The extension gives students additional time to complete the registration process for the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) 2027.
Students seeking admission to Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) must satisfy the prescribed age limit, educational qualifications and district-related eligibility requirements. The application process is available online through the official NVS admission portal. Candidates should complete their forms before the deadline and carefully review the information entered during registration.
For a broader overview of the admission process, students and parents can also read the Navodaya Vidyalaya Class 9 and 11 Lateral Entry Admission 2027–28 guide.
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam name | Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) 2027 |
| Conducting body | Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) |
| Admission classes | Class 9 and Class 11 |
| Academic session | 2027–28 |
| Admission process | Lateral Entry Selection Test (LEST) |
| Application mode | Online |
| Revised last date | October 22, 2026 |
| Correction window | October 23 to 25, 2026 |
| Application fee | No fee |
| Official website | navodaya.gov.in |
NVS has extended the registration deadline for students seeking admission to Class 9 and Class 11 through lateral entry. Admission is offered against available vacancies in Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, subject to the applicable eligibility conditions and selection process.
Candidates who have not yet submitted their forms should complete the application process by October 22, 2026. According to the official Class 9 application portal, the correction window is scheduled from October 23 to 25, 2026. The portal specifies that registered candidates can make corrections to selected fields, including category, gender, area and disability.
Students should check the instructions for their respective class before making changes, as the correction facility may be restricted to specified details.
For updates on another Navodaya admission cycle, students can refer to PW's coverage of the JNVST Class 6 Application Form 2027 and the JNVST Class 6 registration deadline extension.
Candidates must meet the age and educational requirements prescribed by NVS. The eligibility conditions differ for Class 9 and Class 11 admissions.
Students applying for Class 9 lateral entry must fulfil the following conditions:
Date of birth: The candidate must have been born between May 1, 2012, and July 31, 2014, both dates inclusive.
Educational qualification: The student must be studying in Class 8 during the 2026–27 academic session.
District requirement: The student must meet the prescribed district residency and schooling requirements for the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya concerned.
Previous qualification: Students who passed Class 8 in an earlier academic session are not eligible under the stated criteria.
Students applying for Class 11 lateral entry must satisfy these conditions:
Date of birth: The candidate must have been born between June 1, 2010, and July 31, 2012, both dates inclusive.
Educational qualification: The student must be studying in Class 10 during the 2026–27 academic session.
District requirement: The candidate must meet the prescribed schooling and residency requirements for the concerned district.
Previous qualification: Students who passed Class 10 before the relevant academic session are not eligible under the stated criteria.
Candidates should check the latest official prospectus for the complete eligibility conditions before applying. For additional information about Navodaya admissions, students can read the JNVST Class 6 Admission 2027 deadline update.
Eligible students can complete the JNVST 2027 application process through the official NVS portal. Follow these steps to submit the form.
Visit the official website at navodaya.gov.in.
Open the link for Class 9 or Class 11 lateral-entry admission for the 2027–28 academic session.
Select the registration link for the relevant class.
Enter the required personal, academic and other details.
Upload the photograph, signature and other documents in the prescribed format.
Check all the details entered in the application form.
Submit the completed application form.
Download or print the confirmation page for future reference.
Applicants should ensure that their information matches their official documents. They should also keep their registration number and other application details safe for future use.
Students preparing for other Navodaya admission processes can refer to PW's guide on the Navodaya Vidyalaya Class 6 Admission 2026 to understand the general admission process for the school system.
According to the supplied admission information, candidates applying for Class 9 and Class 11 lateral entry do not need to pay an application fee. The application process is free for all categories.
Candidates should nevertheless review the instructions on the official application portal before submitting the form.
The selection process for Class 9 and Class 11 lateral-entry admissions is conducted through the Lateral Entry Selection Test (LEST). Candidates should refer to the official notification and prospectus for the examination schedule, subject-wise syllabus, test structure and selection rules applicable to their class.
Students can also use related Navodaya preparation resources available on PW. The JNVST Navodaya exam pattern guide explains the structure of the Class 6 test, while the Navodaya Class 6 syllabus guide and the Navodaya syllabus for Class 6 provide additional syllabus-related information. These Class 6 resources are for general reference and should not be treated as the syllabus for the Class 9 or Class 11 lateral-entry test.
After completing registration, candidates should monitor the official NVS website for updates regarding admit cards, examination arrangements and results. For general reference, PW also has a Navodaya Class 9 result guide and a Navodaya admit card guide. These pages relate to earlier examination cycles, so candidates should use the latest official announcements for current dates and procedures.
Submit the application form by October 22, 2026.
Select the correct class before beginning registration.
Verify the date-of-birth range and educational eligibility.
Check the district-related requirements in the official prospectus.
Upload clear photographs and signatures in the required format.
Review the application carefully before submitting it.
Keep a copy of the submitted form for future reference.
Check the official NVS website for the latest admission updates.
