Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya – JNV Allahabad

State: Uttarpradesh

Address: 44GF+8QF, Meja Khas, Uttar Pradesh 212302, India. Phone Number: +91 80577 55400 or +91-9415416214. Email Address: jnvallahabad2012@gmail.com.

Want to Be a Future Leader? This School in Prayagraj Could Be Your First Step!

Hello future champions!

Did you know that this year, 35 students from Navodaya schools became big government officers (like IAS and IPS)? It’s true! They proved that with the right school, a kid from any village can achieve the biggest dreams.

If you have big dreams too, then Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV) in Prayagraj is a school you need to know about!

This isn’t just any school. It’s a special, government-run boarding school in Meja Khas that finds talented kids and gives them the best education for FREE!

What’s Life Like at JNV Prayagraj?

Imagine a school where you:

Live with your best friends in cool hostels.
Eat yummy food together in a big dining hall.
Run and play on a giant 400-meter sports track.
Learn in smart classrooms with computers.
Can even learn dance or get medical help if you’re not feeling well.

And the best part? The school, the food, the books, and your uniform don’t cost your parents any money!

Your Big Chance is Here! Mark Your Calendars!

Getting into this dream school is through a test called the JNVST. If you want to join Class 6, here are the super important dates you need to remember for the 2026 exam:

Last Day to Apply: July 29, 2025
Test Day (Phase 1): December 13, 2025
Test Day (Phase 2): April 11, 2026

Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this amazing success story. Talk to your parents today and get ready to apply for the test!

For Your Parents:

Address: Meja Khas, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh
Phone Numbers: +91 80577 55400 or +91-9415416214
Email: jnvallahabad2012@gmail.com
Official Website: https://www.navodaya.gov.in/nvs/nvs-school/Prayagraj/en/home/

Eligibility for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya – JNV Allahabad

Class 6 Eligibility
Candidates must be studying in Class 5 in a government-recognized school or NIOS 'B' Certificate Competency Course in the same district where the JNV is located.
Candidates must have been promoted to and admitted to Class 5 on or before July 31, 2025, to be eligible for JNVST 2026.
Rural Quota: For admission under the rural quota, candidates must have studied and passed Classes 3, 4, and 5 in a government-recognized school located in a rural area.
Class 9 Eligibility
Applicants must have passed the Class 8 exam from a recognized board.
Students must reside and be studying in the same district where the JNV is located and admission is sought.
Candidates must be studying in Class 8 from a government or government-recognized school during the academic year 2026 to be eligible for JNVST 2026.
Only Indian nationals studying in Class 8 in India are eligible to apply.

Selection Process at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya – JNV Allahabad

Selection for admission to JNVs is based on the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) conducted for both Class 6 and Class 9.
Candidates who pass the exam are then considered for admission, subject to document verification.

How to Apply for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya – JNV Allahabad

Class 6 and Class 9 (General Steps):
Visit the official Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti website: navodaya.gov.in or cbseitms.rcil.gov.in.
Locate and click on the link for Class 6 or Class 9 admission.
Complete the online application form with the required details.
Upload scanned copies of the required documents, such as photographs and signatures.
Review the application form for any errors before submitting.
Submit the application form and note down the application number.
Download and print a copy of the confirmation page for your records.
Help desks are available at JNVs to assist candidates/parents with the application process free of cost.

Quick Info

Age Limit	Class 6: Candidates must be between 9 and 13 years old (specific dates apply, check notification). For JNVST Class 6 Admission 2026, the age limit is typically between May 1, 2014, and July 31, 2016, inclusive of both dates. Class 9: Candidates must be between 13 and 16 years old (specific dates apply, check notification). For JNVST Class 9 Admission 2026, the age limit is between May 1, 2010, and July 31, 2012, inclusive of both dates. No age relaxation is provided for any categories, including reserved categories.
Application Fee	There is no application fee for online JNV admission.
Total Seats	Approximately 80 seats are available in each JNV for Class 6 admission. The number of seats for Class 9 admission depends on the availability of vacancies.