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Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (Navodaya)

Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (Navodaya)

About Navodaya

Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) are a system of central schools for talented students predominantly from rural areas in India. They are run by Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti, an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. JNVs provide high-quality education free of cost, including boarding and lodging, to students from Class 6 onwards.

Why Choose Navodaya?

  • Free quality education with CBSE curriculum
  • Special focus on rural and talented students
  • Residential schooling with free boarding and lodging
  • Balanced development through academics, sports, and co-curricular activities
  • Excellent results in CBSE Board Exams and competitive exams

Eligibility Criteria

  • Students studying in Class 5 in a recognized school are eligible
  • Age limit: 9 to 13 years (as per exam notification)
  • Candidate must be studying in the district where the JNV is located
  • Reservation for SC, ST, OBC, and Girl candidates as per government rules

Exam Pattern

  • Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) for Class 6 admission
  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Objective type questions
  • Sections:
    • Mental Ability Test – 50 questions (50 marks)
    • Arithmetic Test – 25 questions (25 marks)
    • Language Test – 25 questions (25 marks)
  • Total: 100 questions for 100 marks

Training at Navodaya

  • Free residential schooling from Class 6 to 12
  • CBSE curriculum with emphasis on Science, Maths, and Languages
  • Focus on all-round development including sports, arts, and culture
  • Special coaching for competitive exams like JEE, NEET, NDA, etc.

Career Path After Navodaya

  • Strong foundation for higher education in Science, Commerce, and Arts
  • Special guidance for competitive exams
  • Excellent alumni network in Defence, Civil Services, IITs, Medical Colleges, and more

Join Success Academy for Navodaya

At Success Academy, we prepare students for Navodaya Entrance Test (JNVST) with:

  • Expert faculty for Mental Ability, Maths, and Language
  • Special test series and practice papers
  • Regular doubt-solving and mentoring sessions
  • Focus on speed and accuracy
  • Both online and offline batches available

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