Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) invites eligible students to apply online for Class 11 admission in Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) for the 2026–27 academic session through the Lateral Entry Selection Test. Interested boys and girls can submit their applications at navodaya.gov.in between 30 July and 2 August 2025.
Important Dates – NVS Class 11 Admission 2026–27
- Selection Test Date: 7 February 2026
- Registration Opens: 30 July 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 23 September 2025
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Application Fee – NVS Class 11 Admission 2026–27
- No application fee has been specified for the registration process.
Age Limit – NVS Class 11 Admission 2026–27
- Candidates must be born between 1st June 2009 and 31st July 2011 (inclusive of both dates).
- Total Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs): 653 across India
NVS Class 11 Admission Eligibility Criteria 2025
- Only students currently studying in Class X during the 2025–26 academic session are eligible to apply.
- Applicants must be enrolled in a government or government-recognized school (affiliated with CBSE, State Education Board, or any other recognized board) located in the same district as the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya they are applying to.
- The school must follow either the April 2025–March 2026 or January–December 2025 academic calendar.
Note: Students who passed Class X before the 2025–26 session are not eligible.
NVS Class 11 Selection Test 2025 – Exam Pattern & Details
- Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (11:00 AM to 1:30 PM)
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Question Type: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions)
- Sections: 5
- Language: Bilingual (English & Hindi)
- Test Format: One combined test booklet with all five sections
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Approx. Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mental Ability | 20 | 20 | 30 Minutes |
| English | 20 | 20 | 30 Minutes |
| Science | 20 | 20 | 30 Minutes |
| Social Science | 20 | 20 | 30 Minutes |
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 | 30 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 2 Hr. 30 Min |
Note:
Divyang (PwD) candidates will receive an extra 50 minutes of exam time as per government guidelines.
JNV Class 11 Admission 2025 Apply Online Links
| Apply Online | Click Here To Apply |
| Applicant Login | Click Here To Login |
| Find Your Registration No. | Click Here To Find Registration No. |
| Application *Home Page | Click Here To Open Home Page |
| Download Prospectus | Click Here For Prospectus |
| Official Website | Click Here To Open Official Website |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for NVS Class 11 admission 2026–27?
Students currently studying in Class X during the 2025–26 academic year in a government or government-recognized school in the same district as the JNV are eligible.
What is the age limit for NVS Class 11 admission?
Applicants must be born between 1st June 2009 and 31st July 2011 (both dates inclusive).
How do I apply for NVS Class 11 admission?
Visit the official website navodaya.gov.in, register, and fill out the online application form before the deadline.
What is the last date to apply online?
The last date to submit the application is 23rd September 2025.
Is there any application fee?
No, there is no application fee for NVS Class 11 admission.
When will the selection test be held?
The selection test is scheduled for 7th February 2026.
What is the exam pattern for the selection test?
The test consists of 100 multiple-choice questions, covering five subjects, to be completed in 2 hours 30 minutes. The exam is bilingual (English & Hindi).
Conclusion
Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti offers a valuable opportunity for meritorious students to join Class 11 in its network of 653 JNVs across India. With no application fee, a straightforward online process, and a transparent selection test, eligible students should take full advantage of this chance. Ensure you meet the criteria, apply before the deadline (23rd September 2025), and prepare well for the test scheduled on 7th February 2026. For the latest updates, always refer to the official website navodaya.gov.in.
