Deadline Extended for Class 9 and 11 Admissions at Navodaya Vidyalayas; Submit Forms by October 22

A notification has been issued for admission into classes 9 and 11 for the 2027-28 academic session via the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST). The application process for admission to Navodaya Vidyalayas began on September 2, 2026.

The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has released a notification for admissions into classes 9 and 11 for the 2027-28 academic session through the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST). The application process, which commenced on September 2, 2026, originally had a deadline of September 30. This was subsequently extended to October 15, and now, the deadline has been extended once again. Interested candidates can now register for lateral entry admission into classes 9 and 11 until October 22, 2027.

When will the Navodaya admission test be held?

The admission test for classes 9 and 11 will be conducted by the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti in April 2027. Admissions will be based on the selection process and the results of this test, filling available vacant seats. Notably, there is no application fee for candidates applying for admission into classes 9 and 11.

Age Limit and Required Documents

For admission into class 9, candidates must have been born between May 1, 2012, and July 31, 2014. The NVS will also provide age limit relaxations for classes 9 and 11 in accordance with its established rules. To apply, candidates will need to provide a birth certificate, mark sheets for classes 8 and 10, a residence certificate, a copy of their Aadhaar card, a certificate issued by the district administration (for the rural quota), a category certificate, and a transfer certificate.

Educational Qualifications for Application

Only those candidates who are studying in class 10 at a government or government-recognized school during the 2026-27 academic session are eligible to apply for admission to Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya. Students who completed class 10 prior to the 2026-27 academic session are not eligible. For admission to class 9, candidates must have passed class 8. Furthermore, applicants must be residents of the district where the Navodaya Vidyalaya is located and must have passed class 8 or 10 from a government or government-recognized school within that same district.

How to Apply for Admission to Classes 9 and 11

To apply, first visit the official Navodaya Vidyalaya website at Navodaya.gov.in.
Next, click on the link for "Class 9 and 11 Registration 2027."
Candidates should then click on "Registration."
Once registered, fill out the application form and pay the required fee.
Attach the necessary documents requested in the application form, such as a photograph, signature, etc.
Finally, review the form thoroughly before submitting it.