The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has released JNV Class 9 Lateral Entry Admission 2027-28 notification online on 01 September 2026. Eligible students can fil out the online application form at JNV official website navodaya.gov.in till to last date 30 September 2026. The NVS Class 9 Lateral Entry Test 2027 will be held on 10 April 2027 at the various exam centres in India.
JNV Class 9 Lateral Entry Admission 2027-28 Notification Out
The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has notified about Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) Lateral Entry 2027 for Class IX and XI. Candidates who are looking for admission through lateral entry process can submit their onnline application at NVS website till to 30 September 2026. Students are suggested to first read the JNVST Class 9 Lateral Entry 2027 admission eligibility criteria details mentioned in this blog.
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| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation Name | Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) |
| Admission For | Class IX (against vacant seats) |
| Exam Name | Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selectionn Test (JNVST) |
| Academic Session | 2027-28 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Online Apply Dates | 01 September to 30 September, 2026 |
| JNV Class 9 Lateral Entry Test 2027 | 10 April, 2027 |
| JNV Class 9 Lateral Entry Prospectus | Prospectus PDF |
| NVS Class 9 Online Form 2027 Link | Apply Online Link |
| Eligibility | Check below |
| Exam Pattern | Objective Type (OMR based) |
| Selection Process | Written Test followed Document Verification |
| Official website | www.navodaya.gov.in |
Navodaya Vidyalaya Class 9 Admission 2027 Dates
Here are the JNVST Class 9 lateral entry admission dates for academic session 2027-28 mentioned in the below table:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| JNV Class 9 Admission form start date | 01 September 2026 |
| NVS Class 9 Admission last date | 30 September 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 01 October to 02 October 2026 |
| JNVST Class 9 admit card 2027 | April 2027 |
| JNVST Class 9 Exam Date 2027 | 10 April 2027 |
| NVS Class 9 result date | May 2027 |
Who is eligible to apply for JNV Class 9 Lateral Entry Admission 2027-28?
Student must have to check eligibility criteria details for admission to Class 9 at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya through lateral entry test. Eligibility details are mentioned below:
- Age Limit: Student date both should be between 01 May 2012 to 31 July 2014 (both dates inclusive).
- Students who are studying in Class 8th for academic session 2027-28 in a recognized school, are eligible to apply.
- Applicant should be belong to the same district where a JNV School is located and where admission is sought by an applicant.
How to fill JNV Class 9 Lateral Entry Admission form 2027?
Eligible candidates can register online for Navodaya Vidyalaya admission 2027 Class 9 through NVS website. Follow the below steps to apply online:
- Go to NVS official website – navodaya.gov.in (Direct apply link already mentioned above in this blog).
- On Homepage, find titled as “Click Here to Register for Class IX Lateral Entry Admission (2027-28)” for new user registration.
- Firstly read the instructions and guidelines given before to starts NVS Class 9 online registration.
- Enter the all required details carefully and upload the scanned passport-size photograph and signature in (10KB to 100KB Size).
- After providing all details please review the application form.
- Submit the admission form before the closing date and take a printout of it.
Documents Required for NVS Class 9 Lateral Entry Admission 2027
- Recent passport size photorgaph of candidate.
- Signature of the candidate.
- Signature of the parent or guardian.
JNVST Class 9 Lateral Entry 2027-28 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
NVS selection test is scheduled to be held on 10 April 2027. In the exam, objective type (MCQs) question will be asked of 100 marks. The exam duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes. Physically challenged or Divyang candidates will get extra 50 minutes to solve the JNVST lateral entry test.
- Exam Mode: Offline with MCQs Question Based.
- Exam Duration: 2½ hours
- Negative Marking: No negative marking.
- Total Marks: 100 Marks
- Total Number of Questions: 100 MCQs
- Exam Language: English/ Hindi.
- Syllabus: In the Navodaya Lateral Entry Class 9 Selection Test questions will be asked from English, Hindi, Mathematics and General Science subjects. The level of exam is based of CBSE 8th class syllabus.
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English | 15 | 15 |
| Hindi | 15 | 15 |
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 |
| General Science | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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How to apply for NVS Class 9 Lateral Entry Admission 2027?
Candidates can apply online at Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti official website www.navodaya.gov.in to get admission in Class 9 through lateral entry selection test.
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Is there negative marking in JNVST Lateral entry exam?
No, there is no negative marking in Navodaya Lateral entry selection test for class 9.
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What is last date to apply for JNV Class 9 Lateral entry admission 2027?
The last date to register online for admission to class IX through JNVST Lateral Entry 2027 exam is 30 September 2027.
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What is JNVST Class 9 Lateral Entry Exam Date 2027?
The NVS Class 9 lateral entry test 2027 will be held on 10 April 2027.
Disclaimer: The information provided here just for reference and educational purpose only.
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