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Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) for Admission To Class 6
Mode
In-Person
Eligibility
Class 5
Fee
Free
Duration
2 hours
About This Opportunity
The Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) is a national-level entrance exam by the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti for admission to Class 6. It aims to identify gifted students, primarily from rural areas, and provide them with free, high-quality residential education aligned with the CBSE curriculum.
Successful candidates gain entry into a unique learning environment that promotes holistic development through academics, sports, and cultural activities. The JNV system is designed to foster national integration and provides a strong foundation for higher education and future careers, irrespective of a student's socio-economic background.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 5
- Age Range
- 10 - 12 years
- Location
- Nationwide
For students in Class 5, aged 10-12 years. Must be studying in a recognized school in the same district as the JNV. A minimum of 75% of seats are reserved for rural candidates, with additional reservations for SC/ST/OBC, girls, and differently-abled students.
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Benefits
- Free high-quality education from Class 6 to 12.
- Free boarding, lodging, uniforms, and textbooks.
- Education affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).
- Holistic development with a focus on sports, arts, and cultural activities.
- National integration through a student migration scheme between different linguistic regions.
- Strong foundation for competitive exams and higher education.
- Access to a disciplined and structured learning environment.
- Full scholarship valued at over ₹5,95,000 for 7 years of residential education.
Academic Details
Difficulty: Intermediate
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