The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has released the JNVST Class 6 Phase 2 Admit Card 2026 on March 16, 2026, for the Winter Bound examination scheduled on April 11, 2026. The Phase 1 (Summer Bound) result was declared on March 17, 2026. Candidates appearing for Phase 2 must download their hall ticket immediately from the official portal. Phase 1 selected candidates must now focus on document verification. Read all details below carefully before proceeding.
Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS)
JNVST Class 6 Admit Card & Result 2026
Short Details of Notification
Important Dates
- Application Start: June 1, 2025
- Extended Deadline: August 27, 2025
- Phase 1 Exam Date: Dec 13, 2025 (11:30 AM)
- Phase 1 Admit Card: November 17, 2025
- Phase 1 Result Declared: March 17, 2026
- Phase 2 Admit Card Released: March 16, 2026
- Phase 2 Exam Date: April 11, 2026 (11:30 AM)
- Phase 2 Result (Expected): May 2026
Fee Structure (Vidyalaya Vikas Nidhi)
- Class VI to VIII: Completely Free
- Class IX to XII (General): ₹ 600/- per month
- Govt. Employee Wards (CEA): ₹ 1500/- or CEA amount (whichever is less, min ₹600)
NVS Navodaya Class 6 Exam Pattern 2026
Section-Wise Marks & Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Section | Questions | Total Marks | Time Suggested | Min. Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mental Ability Test (MAT) | 40 | 50 | 60 Minutes | 14 Marks |
| Arithmetic Test | 20 | 25 | 30 Minutes | 7 Marks |
| Language Test | 20 | 25 | 30 Minutes | 7 Marks |
| Total | 80 | 100 | 120 Minutes | Qualify each section separately |
Eligibility Criteria & Seat Reservation
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | Must fall between May 1, 2014 and July 31, 2016 (both dates inclusive). |
| Academic Requirement | Must be studying in Class V (2025–26 session) in a Government / Govt.-aided / recognized private school. Must have cleared Class III and IV consecutively without repetition. |
| District Residency | Candidate must reside and study in the same district as the targeted JNV. Cross-district applications are not valid. |
| Rural Quota (75% Seats) | 60 out of 80 seats reserved for rural candidates. Must have studied in a notified rural area school throughout Class III, IV, and V. |
| Urban / Open Seats (25%) | 20 out of 80 seats open to both urban and rural candidates on pure merit. |
| Gender Reservation | Minimum one-third (1/3) of total seats reserved for female students. |
| SC / ST / OBC / Divyang | Reserved as per Government of India norms. |
| Re-attempt Policy | No candidate is permitted to appear for JNVST a second time under any circumstances. |
Phase 1 vs Phase 2 — States Covered
| Phase | Exam Date | States / Regions |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 (Summer Bound) | Dec 13, 2025 | Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Haryana, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal & most Union Territories. |
| Phase 2 (Winter Bound) | April 11, 2026 | Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, Ladakh (UT), Darjeeling (WB hills), and specific HP districts: Chamba, Kinnaur, Mandi, Sirmour, Kullu, Lahaul & Spiti, Solan, Shimla. |
Expected Cutoff Marks (Category-Wise)
| Category | Expected Cutoff (%) |
|---|---|
| General (Open Merit) | 73% – 76% |
| OBC | ~69% |
| SC | ~63% |
| ST | ~58% |
How to Download JNVST Class 6 Phase 2 Admit Card 2026?
Step 1: NVS has released the Phase 2 Admit Card on March 16, 2026 . Download your hall ticket well before the exam on April 11, 2026.
Step 2: On the homepage, look for the notification link labeled “Download Admit Cards for Class 6 JNVST (Winter Bound) 2026” and click on it.
Step 3: You will be redirected to the CBSE IT login portal. Enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth exactly as submitted during registration.
Step 4: Solve the CAPTCHA displayed on screen and click Submit / Sign In .
Step 5: Your Admit Card will appear as a PDF. Download and carefully verify all details — Name, Roll Number, Exam Center, Date, and Exam Medium.
Step 6: If any data is incorrect (name, date of birth, exam medium, or category), contact your nearest JNV or regional NVS office before the exam date to get it corrected.
Step 7: Take multiple printouts of the Admit Card. Carry one copy on exam day along with a valid photo ID. Arrive at the center at least 30–45 minutes before the reporting time.
Documents Required for Verification (Selected Candidates)
| Document | Purpose / Details |
|---|---|
| Birth Certificate | Issued by Municipal Corporation / Gram Panchayat. Hospital discharge summaries are not accepted. |
| Residence / Domicile Certificate | Issued by Tehsildar / SDM confirming residence in the same district as the JNV. |
| Rural Area Certificate | Required for rural quota candidates. Issued by Tehsildar / BDO certifying that schools attended in Class III, IV, and V were in a notified rural area. |
| SC / ST / OBC Certificate | Must be issued by a competent revenue authority. OBC candidates must present a Central List certificate — state-specific list alone is not sufficient. |
| Disability Certificate | Required for Divyang candidates. Issued by a recognized Medical Board or Chief Medical Officer (CMO). |
| Transfer Certificate (TC) | Original TC from the school confirming the candidate passed Class V in session 2025–26. |
| Academic Continuity Proof | School records / bonafide certificate confirming study without repetition in the same district for the past two academic years. |
| Passport-Size Photographs | Recent photographs matching the photo submitted during online registration. |
Important Links
| Download Phase 2 Admit Card (Winter Bound) | Click Here (Exam: April 11, 2026) |
| Check Phase 1 Result 2026 (Summer Bound) | Click Here (Declared: March 17, 2026) |
| Download JNVST 2026 Official (PDF) | Click Here |
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| Official NVS Website | navodaya.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions – FAQ’s
When will Navodaya Class 6 Admit Card 2026 be released?
Phase 2 Admit Card Released on March 16, 2026.
What is the exam date for JNVST Phase 2?
11 April 2026
When will Navodaya Result 2026 come?
Phase 2 result expected in May 2026
