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Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) for Class 9 Admission
Mode
In-Person
Eligibility
Class 8
Fee
Free
Duration
2.5 Hours (150 Minutes)
About This Opportunity
The Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) is a competitive national entrance exam by the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti for lateral entry into Class 9. It aims to provide talented children, especially from rural areas, with high-quality, modern education completely free of cost in residential schools affiliated with the CBSE.
Eligible candidates must be studying in Class 8 in a government-recognized school in the same district as the JNV. Selection is based on merit in an objective test covering Mathematics, General Science, English, and Hindi, aligned with the Class 8 curriculum. This opportunity is ideal for meritorious students seeking a high-standard residential schooling experience to build a strong foundation for their future.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 8
- Age Range
- 13 - 16 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Open to students aged 13-16 years studying in Class 8 in a government-recognized school. The candidate's district of residence and school must be the same as the JNV's location. Significant reservations are provided for rural, SC, ST, girls, and Divyang candidates.
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Benefits
- Free high-quality education from Class 9 to 12.
- Free accommodation in well-maintained hostels.
- Free food, uniforms, textbooks, and stationery.
- Holistic development with a focus on academics, sports, and cultural activities.
- Education through a CBSE-affiliated curriculum.
- Strong emphasis on discipline, self-reliance, and community living.
- Opportunities for national integration through student migration schemes.
Academic Details
Difficulty: Intermediate
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