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JNV Class 9 Admission 2026-27: Online Application & Dates
NVSNavodaya Vidyalaya Samiti🕐 Updated: 28/04/2026 - 12:40 PM
Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has released an official notification for taking admission in Class 9 in all JNVs through Lateral Entry Selection Test to the academic session 2026-27. All eligible and interested boys and girls can apply online at NVS official website navodaya.gov.in from 30th July 2025 onwards to till the application last date 23rd September 2025 for 9th class admission in Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs).
📅 Important Dates
- Registration Start Date: 30-07-2025
- Registration Last Date: 23-09-2025
- Selection Test Date: 07-02-2026
👤 Age Limitation
- Date of Birth of the candidate must be between 1st May 2011 to 31st July 2013 (both days inclusive).
NVS Class 9 Admission Eligibility Criteria 2025
Only those candidates who are bonafide residents of the district concerned where wish to apply and should have resident of the same district.
Only those candidates who are bonafide residents & studying Class VIII during the Academic Session 2025-26 in one of the Govt./ Govt. recognized schools of the district where the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya is functioning and where admission is sought, are eligible.
District of residence and district of class VIII study should be same in respect of candidates who desire to apply for admission to class IX (session 2026-27) in the JNV located in the same district.
NVS Class 9 Selection Test Details 2025
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|
| English | 15 | 15 | 2½ Hours |
| Hindi | 15 | 15 |
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 |
| General Science | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 2½ Hours |
|---|
📋 Application Steps
Follow these verified steps to fill out the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti online form:
1Click on the verified "Apply Online" link in the official links section below.
2Complete registration on the official portal with your active email and mobile number.
3Log in using your generated Registration ID and Password.
4Fill in personal, category, and academic qualification details carefully.
5Upload scanned passport-size photograph, signature, and educational marksheets.
6Preview all entered details thoroughly before final confirmation.
7Pay the online application fee (if applicable) and download the submission receipt.
📁 Required Documents
Ensure you have the following ready before applying:
✓Photo IdentityValid Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, or Passport
✓Academic CertificatesClass 10th, 12th & Graduation/Diploma Marksheets
✓Category ProofValid SC / ST / OBC / EWS certificate (if claiming quota)
✓Passport PhotographRecent color photo in JPG format (under 50 KB)
✓Candidate SignatureClear signature on white paper with dark ink
✓Contact InformationActive mobile number & email ID for OTP verification
🔗 Official Apply Online Links
Find Your Registration No. ❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for NVS Class 9 admission 2026-27?
The last date to submit the online application form for NVS Class 9 admission is 23rd September 2025.
When is the JNV Class 9 Lateral Entry Selection Test scheduled?
The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti will conduct the Class 9 selection test on 7th February 2026.
What is the age limit for JNV Class 9 admission 2026-27?
Candidates must have a date of birth between 1st May 2011 and 31st July 2013, including both dates.
Is there any application fee for Navodaya Class 9 admission?
The official notification does not specify any application fee for the JNV Class 9 Lateral Entry Selection Test.
Who is eligible to apply for NVS Class 9 admission?
Eligible candidates must be bonafide residents of the district and currently studying in Class 8 during the 2025-26 academic session in a government or government-recognized school.
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