The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has officially released the admit cards for the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) 2026 for Class 6 admissions. Students who have applied for the upcoming entrance test can now download their hall tickets for free from the official website, navodaya.gov.in. The release of the admit card signals the start of the final preparation phase for thousands of young students across the country.
What is JNVST?
The JNVST is a national-level entrance exam held every year to select children for admission to Class 6 in Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, which are government-run residential schools for students. The Navodaya Vidyalaya Scheme is a Government of India initiative that is intended to provide quality education, such as free schooling and boarding, to students across India from all walks of life.
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Exam format
The entrance test will last for two hours and will consist of 80 objective-type questions carrying a total of 100 marks. Candidates must record their responses on an OMR sheet.
Exam date and key details
The official test date for the JNVST is on 13th December 2025 for the 2026 cycle. Students must carry a photo ID proof along with the admit card. The admit card includes essential information such as the student’s name, roll number, exam centre, reporting time, and important instructions for the test day. Students must carefully check all details to avoid issues at the examination centre.
How to download the admit card?
Visit the official NVS website: navodaya.gov.in
Click on the link for the Class 6 JNVST 2026 (Summer Bound) Admit Card
Enter your registration number and date of birth when redirected
Download and print the admit card after verifying the information
Results for JNVST 2026 are expected to be released by March for the “Summer Bound” cycle. With exam dates approaching, students should focus on revisions and ensure clarity in the information printed on the admit card to avoid confusion.
