JNV admission 2027: The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has extended the registration deadline for lateral entry admissions to Classes 9 and 11 for the 2027-28 academic session. Eligible students can now submit their online applications until October 22, 2026, through the official website, navodaya.gov.in . The application process is free of charge.The extension gives students and parents additional time to complete the registration process for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs). Candidates who could not submit their forms earlier can use the extended deadline to complete the application, upload the required documents and retain a copy of the submission receipt.Why has NVS extended the application deadline?According to the information provided, the deadline was extended following requests from students and parents across different states. Technical difficulties caused by heavy traffic on the official website during the final days of registration were also cited as a reason for the extension.The additional time is intended to help eligible candidates complete their applications for the Lateral Entry Selection Test (LEST), through which vacant seats in Classes 9 and 11 will be filled.JNVST admission 2027: Eligibility criteriaCandidates must meet the class and schooling requirements for the respective admission category during the 2026-27 academic session.Class 9 admission: Applicants must be studying in Class 8 at a government or recognised school in the relevant district.Class 11 admission: Applicants must be studying in Class 10 at a government or recognised school in the relevant district.Candidates should check the official prospectus for detailed eligibility conditions, including age limits and other admission requirements.JNV Class 9 and 11 selection test patternNVS will conduct the Lateral Entry Selection Test to select students against available vacancies. The examination will consist of objective-type multiple-choice questions and will be conducted using OMR sheets.
| Admission class | Subjects |
| Class 9 | Mathematics, Science, English and Hindi |
| Class 11 | Mental Ability, Science, Mathematics, Social Science and English |
How to apply for JNV admission 2027-28Eligible candidates can complete the online application by following these steps:Step 1: Visit navodaya.gov.in or cbseitms.nic.in .Step 2: Open the link for Class IX or Class XI Lateral Entry Admission 2027-28.Step 3: Register by entering the required details.Step 4: Upload the photograph, signature and other documents requested in the application form.Step 5: Review the information and submit the application by October 22, 2026.Step 6: Download or print the application confirmation for future reference.There is no application fee for the lateral entry admission test. Applicants should complete the process before the revised deadline and refer to the official NVS website for examination notifications and further instructions.
