NVS Class 9th Admission Form 2027-28 (JNVST 2026)
NVS Class 9th Admission 2027-28 : Short Details
| Notification No. | Not Stated In Notification |
| Conducting Body | Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS), Ministry of Education |
| Post Name | Class IX (9th) Lateral Entry Admission |
| Total Vacancy | Against Vacant Seats in Respective JNVs |
| Official Website | cbseitms.nic.in (NVS Class IX 2027-28) |
Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has released the Prospectus-cum-Notification for Lateral Entry Selection Test 2027 for admission in Class IX of Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas for the academic session 2027-28. Only candidates who are bonafide residents of the district and are already studying in Class VIII during session 2026-27 can apply. Registration is completely free and the last date to apply is Wednesday, 30 September 2026.
Important Dates
| Online Apply Start Date | 02 September 2026 |
| Last Date of Registration | 30 September 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Date of Selection Test | 10 April 2027 (Saturday) |
| Admit Card | One month before the examination, free of cost |
| Result Declared | Will Be Updated Here Soon |
Age Limit (as per NVS Notification)
| Date of Birth Allowed | 01 May 2012 to 31 July 2014 (both days inclusive) |
| Applicable To | All categories including SC / ST / OBC / Divyang |
NVS reserves the right to refer any candidate to a Medical Board for confirmation of age in case any doubt arises on the basis of the date of birth certificate.
Educational Qualification
[‘Who Can Apply’]
The candidate must be a bonafide resident of the district in which the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya is located.
The candidate must be studying in Class VIII during the academic session 2026-27 in a Govt. / Govt. recognised school of that same district.
The candidate must apply only to the Navodaya Vidyalaya located in the district where he / she resides.
[‘Who Cannot Apply’]
Students who have already passed Class VIII in any previous academic session.
Candidates whose date of birth does not fall between 01 May 2012 and 31 July 2014 (both days inclusive).
Candidates whose district of study in Class VIII and district of residence are different.
Candidates studying in a school that is not recognised by the district administration where admission is sought.
Candidates who have already appeared for the lateral entry selection test in the previous academic session.
Reservation: existing vacant seats in the SC / ST / OBC / Divyang categories are reserved for students of those categories. OBC reservation follows the Central list; candidates whose caste is not in the Central list should apply as General candidates.
Selection Process
- Registration on the NVS application portal
- Lateral Entry Selection Test (JNVST) on 10 April 2027
- Preparation of merit list on the basis of marks obtained
- Document verification and provisional admission
The selection test is conducted against vacant seats only in the JNV concerned. Duration is 2 and a half hours, with an additional 50 minutes for candidates with special needs (Divyang). There is no negative marking — one mark is awarded for every correct answer. The admit card shall be downloaded free of cost.
How To Apply Online
- Visit the official NVS Class IX portal at cbseitms.nic.in/2026/nvsix_9
- Click on the registration link for Class IX Lateral Entry Admission (2027-28)
- Keep a photograph and the signatures of the candidate and parent ready in JPG / JPEG format between 10 KB and 100 KB
- Fill in basic details such as state, district of residence and study, and Aadhaar number
- Submit the form before the last date 30 September 2026
- Download and print the registration form for future reference
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification (Prospectus Class IX) | Click Here |
| NVS Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for NVS Class 9th Admission 2027-28?
The last date of registration is Wednesday, 30 September 2026 as fixed in the official NVS notification.
When is the NVS Class 9th selection test held?
The selection test will be held on Saturday, 10 April 2027 at the JNV of the concerned district or any other centre allotted by NVS.
Is there any application fee for NVS admission?
No. Registration can be completed free of cost through the NVS application portal, and the admit card is also downloaded free of cost.
What is the age limit for NVS Class 9th 2027-28?
The candidate’s date of birth must be between 01 May 2012 and 31 July 2014 (both days inclusive). This applies to all categories including SC, ST, OBC and Divyang.
Can a candidate from a different district apply?
No. The district of study in Class VIII and the district of residence must be the same, and the candidate must be studying in a Govt. / Govt. recognised school of that district.
Important Notes
- This admission is against vacant seats only in the JNV concerned, subject to availability of accommodation.
- The selection test is for Class IX Lateral Entry, not the regular Class VI JNVST.
- Documents required at the time of admission include a birth certificate issued by a competent government authority and proof of eligibility.
- A list of JNVs where the Class IX lateral entry test is not being conducted due to non-existence of Class IX or shortage of accommodation is published in the official notification.