JNVST 2026: Last Chance for Class 9 & 11 Admission! Deadline Extended to October 23, Apply at navodaya.gov.in

The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has given students a short extra time to apply for the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) 2026. The last date to register for JNVST 2026 Class 9, 11 Admission has now been extended to October 23, 2025. Students can submit the form through the official website: cbseitems.nic.in.

Earlier, the last date was October 21. Now, students have two more days to finish the process. After that, a correction window will open from October 24 to 26, 2025, where candidates can fix errors in gender, area, category, exam medium, or disability status.

The JNVST 2026 Entrance Test is scheduled for February 7, 2026 (Saturday). The test gives students admission to Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas free, fully residential CBSE-affiliated schools for bright children across India.

JNVST 2026 – Key Overview

JNVST Class 9 & 11 Admission 2026 Registration Deadline Extended

NVS has officially confirmed the extension. Students now have until October 23 to apply for both Class 9 and Class 11. If you missed the earlier date, this is your second chance.

After registration ends, you will get a three-day correction window to fix small mistakes in your form. You can change only certain details like area type, gender, category, or exam medium.

Please double-check all information before submission. Once the correction window closes, no further edits will be allowed.

JNVST 2026 – Key Dates

JNVST 2026 Class 9 & 11 Admission – Eligibility Criteria

For Class 9:

• Must be a bona fide resident of the district where the JNV is located and where admission is sought.
• Must be studying in Class 8 during the 2025-26 academic session in a Govt./Govt. A recognized school of the same district.
• Age must be between May 1, 2011, and July 31, 2013 (both days inclusive).
• Must have studied in a rural school for at least one full academic year. (Note: The rural/urban status is determined by the school where the candidate is studying Class 8 in 2025-26).

For Class 11:

• Must have passed Class 10 from a recognized board in the academic session 2025-26.
• The candidate’s date of birth must be between June 1, 2009, and July 31, 2011 (both days inclusive).
• Must be a bona fide resident of the district where the JNV is located and where admission is sought.
• Admission depends on the availability of seats and Class 10 performance/merit (Lateral Entry is generally based on Class 10 marks/grade in the concerned stream subjects).

JNVST 2026 Application Form

The Class 9 and Class 11 lateral entry application form is available online on the NVS websites. Eligible students can fill out the registration form online within the deadline.

Direct Link to Apply: Click Here

How to Apply for JNVST 2026

Here are simple steps to complete your form smoothly:

1. Visit navodaya.gov.in.
2. Click on “JNVST 2026 for Class 9 and Class 11.”
3. Register with your basic details – name, date of birth, and mobile number.
4. Log in and fill out the form carefully.
5. Upload your photo, signature, and all required certificates.
6. Check every detail again before you submit.
7. Download and keep a copy of the confirmation page safely.

Note: Try to complete the process before the last day to avoid slow website issues.

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready for upload while filling the form:

• Recent passport-size photograph
• Student’s signature
• Parent’s/Guardian’s signature
• Aadhaar card or valid ID proof
• Academic mark sheet (Class 8 or 10)
• Residence and category certificate (if applicable)
• Verification certificate from the school head/principal

Note: All documents must be clear and properly attested.

JNVST 2026 – Exam Date and Pattern

The JNVST 2026 entrance test will be held on February 7, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Students with benchmark disabilities will get an extra 50 minutes.

Important Reminders

• Apply before October 23 – the extension is short.
• Use correct details as per school records.
• Do not wait for the final day, servers may slow down.
• Keep all documents scanned and ready before you begin.
• Save your application number and password carefully.

Official Links

• Apply Online: cbseitems.nic.in
• Official Website: navodaya.gov.in
• Notification PDF: Download JNVST 2026 Official Notice

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