In short: The JNVST Class 6 selection test for 2027-28 is on Saturday, November 28, 2026, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM. The paper has 80 objective questions for 100 marks in 2 hours, answered on an OMR sheet with a blue or black ballpoint pen. There is no negative marking, so your child should attempt every question. The admit card was reported released on October 28. This guide gives you the section-wise pattern, a 30-day plan, OMR rules, a parent checklist and answers to the questions families ask most. Results are expected in March or April 2027.
Last updated: October 28, 2026. Sources are listed at the end. Always check the NVS prospectus and your child's admit card for the final word.
JNVST Class 6 2027 — Quick Reference
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam | Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST), Class 6, Phase 1 |
| Conducted by | Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) |
| Exam date | Saturday, November 28, 2026 |
| Timing | 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM |
| Mode | Offline, pen and paper, OMR sheet |
| Questions and marks | 80 objective questions, 100 marks |
| Marks per correct answer | 1.25 |
| Negative marking | None |
| Admit card | Released October 28, 2026 at navodaya.gov.in |
| Result | March or April 2027 |
| Official website | navodaya.gov.in |
Date note: one outlet reported November 26 when the notification came out. Every later report, including the admit card coverage, gives November 28. Check your child's admit card for the date and centre.
Exam Pattern: Section-Wise Marks and Time
An NVS Class 6 syllabus document for 2027 (a hosted copy that I could read through search) lists the sections as below. The first section is a mental ability block that includes environmental studies.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mental ability test and Environmental Studies (EVS) | 20 + 20 | 25 + 25 | 60 minutes |
| Arithmetic test | 20 | 25 | 30 minutes |
| Language test | 20 | 25 | 30 minutes |
| Total | 80 | 100 | 2 hours |
Earlier NDTV coverage describes the first block as "Mental Ability: 40 questions, 50 marks (60 minutes)", which matches this table. A single test booklet contains all three sections. The same document says no negative marking will be done. Read the 2027 prospectus once to confirm how EVS is described for your language medium, since I could only check a hosted copy.
What each section tests
| Section | Typical content |
|---|---|
| Mental ability | Figure series, odd one out, pattern completion, analogies, mirror images, embedded figures |
| EVS | Basic environment, plants, animals, water, food and community questions at Class 3 to 5 level |
| Arithmetic | Whole numbers, fractions, decimals, measurement, basic geometry, simple word problems |
| Language | Reading comprehension passages, grammar basics, vocabulary |
Eligibility Reminder
Applications are already closed, so this is for context. NDTV's coverage listed these conditions:
| Condition | Detail |
|---|---|
| Class | Studying in Class 5 in 2026-27 in the same district as the JNV applied to |
| Date of birth | Between May 1, 2015 and July 31, 2017 |
| Not eligible | Students who have already passed Class 5 or repeated the class |
| Seat reservation | 75% of seats in each district for rural candidates, the rest open on merit |
Get the Admit Card Now
- Go to navodaya.gov.in and open the JNVST Class 6 admit card link.
- Enter the registration number and the credential the portal asks for. Careers360 reports registration number with date of birth.
- Download and print it. No student is allowed into the exam hall without the admit card.
- Check the name, photograph, centre address, date and reporting time. Report errors through the official process at once.
- Visit the centre once before exam day if you can.
If you cannot download it, ask your child's school. Schools often help Class 5 students with this.
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The 30-Day Plan
Study time: 60 to 90 minutes on school days and about 2 hours on weekends. Class 5 children tire easily, so keep sessions short and positive.
Week 1 (October 29 to November 4): Know the paper
| Day | Task |
|---|---|
| 1 | Print the admit card. Solve one full model paper just to see the pattern. Ignore the score |
| 2 to 3 | Mental ability: learn the common figure question types |
| 4 to 5 | Arithmetic: tables to 20, fractions and decimals |
| 6 | Language: one passage with questions |
| 7 | Rest and review mistakes |
Week 2 (November 5 to 11): Build speed
| Day | Task |
|---|---|
| 1 to 2 | Mental ability timed set: 20 questions in 25 minutes |
| 3 to 4 | Arithmetic word problems: area, perimeter, time and money |
| 5 | Language: grammar and vocabulary |
| 6 | Full mock paper, 2 hours, with OMR practice |
| 7 | Rest and review |
Week 3 (November 12 to 18): Fix weak spots
| Day | Task |
|---|---|
| 1 to 2 | Redo mistakes from the mocks, topic by topic |
| 3 to 4 | Mixed section practice |
| 5 | Full mock paper |
| 6 | Light revision |
| 7 | Rest |
Week 4 (November 19 to 27): Final polish
| Day | Task |
|---|---|
| November 19 to 23 | One full mock every 2 days with 11:30 to 1:30 timing |
| November 24 to 26 | Light revision. Short sets of each section |
| November 27 | Pack documents. Early bedtime. No new topics |
| November 28 | Exam day |
OMR Sheet Rules and Practice
NVS syllabus documents say to use only a blue or black ballpoint pen on the OMR sheet. Pencil is not allowed.
| Rule | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Blue or black ballpoint pen only | Other pens and pencils are not allowed |
| Darken only one circle per question, fully | Partly filled circles risk being misread |
| No overwriting or correction fluid | Changes can make an answer invalid |
| Fill the details exactly as instructed | Wrong roll or booklet details cause problems |
| Check the question number against the row | Skipping one row shifts every later answer |
Practise on a printed OMR template at home so your child does not see a bubble sheet for the first time on exam day.
Strategy for "No Negative Marking"
- Answer every question. A blank earns nothing, and a guess can earn 1.25 marks.
- First pass: answer what you are sure of.
- Second pass: return to harder ones, remove obviously wrong options and guess from the rest.
- Leave 5 minutes at the end to check that every row of the OMR sheet is filled.
- Give the first 60-minute block your best energy. It carries 50 of the 100 marks.
Exam Day Checklist for Parents
| Item | Done |
|---|---|
| Printed admit card | |
| Two blue or black ballpoint pens of the same type | |
| Any documents the admit card specifies | |
| Reach the centre by the reporting time on the admit card | |
| Light breakfast and water | |
| Child knows to attempt every question |
Read the admit card instructions line by line the night before. For a calm morning routine, see our exam day morning checklist.
For Parents: Keep It Light
A Class 5 child is not a board student. Praise effort, keep sleep regular and avoid comparing with other children. If your child feels anxious, shorten the sessions. Our guide on helping your child study in classes 3 to 5 has tips that suit this age.
Why Navodaya Is Worth the Effort
Navodaya Vidyalayas offer residential schooling from Class 6 to 12 at no fee, with CBSE curriculum. Compare options in our guide to free and low-cost education in India and our list of scholarship exams for school students.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the JNVST Class 6 exam date for 2027-28?
The Phase 1 selection test is on Saturday, November 28, 2026, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM. One outlet reported November 26 at the time of the notification, but later coverage and the admit card announcement give November 28.
Is there negative marking in the Navodaya Class 6 exam?
No. The NVS syllabus document states that no negative marking will be done. Your child should attempt every question, since a guess can earn 1.25 marks and a blank earns nothing.
How many questions are there in JNVST Class 6, and how are the marks split?
There are 80 objective questions for 100 marks in 2 hours. The mental ability and EVS block has 40 questions for 50 marks in 60 minutes, and the arithmetic and language tests have 20 questions and 25 marks each, with 30 minutes each.
Which pen should my child use for the OMR sheet?
Only a blue or black ballpoint pen. NVS documents say pencils are not allowed on the OMR sheet. Carry two pens of the same type.
Can my child still apply for JNVST Class 6 2027?
No. The registration window closed in August 2026 after extensions. This exam is for candidates who already applied.
When will the Navodaya Class 6 result be declared?
March or April 2027, according to Times of India and NDTV. Candidates can check the scorecard on the NVS website with their roll number.
How many hours should a Class 5 child study each day?
An hour to an hour and a half on school days is enough, and about two hours on weekends. At this age, regular short sessions and enough sleep beat long hours.
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Sources
- Careers360: JNVST Class 6 admit card 2027-28
- Times of India: JNVST Class 6 registration, exam date and pattern
- NDTV: JNVST 2027-28 deadline extension, exam date and pattern
- NDTV: JNVST 2027 eligibility
- NVS Class 6 syllabus 2027 document (hosted copy): section-wise pattern and OMR instructions
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