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JNV Bangalore Urban, Karnataka

JNV Bangalore Urban, Karnataka

State: Karnataka
Address: Bashettihalli, Doddaballapur, Bangalore - 561203. Phone Number: +(91)-8116438494. jnvbengaluruurban@gmail.com

JNV Bangalore Urban, Karnataka: Admissions Open for Class 6 (2026–27) — Key Dates, Eligibility & Application Details

Bangalore Urban, July 20, 2025
The prestigious Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV) in Bangalore Urban has officially opened its admissions for Class 6 for the 2026–27 academic session. The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) commenced the registration for the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) on June 1, 2025. Eligible applicants and their parents are showing enthusiastic interest in the opportunity, given the school’s reputation for providing high-quality, fully residential and free education from Class 6 to 12.

Important Dates

  • Application Deadline: July 29, 2025

  • Exam Dates:

    • Phase 1: December 13, 2025 (11:30 AM)

    • Phase 2: April 11, 2026 (for specific regions)

  • Official Application Portal: navodaya.gov.in, cbseitms.rcil.gov.in

Eligibility Criteria

  • Age: Applicants must be born between May 1, 2014, and July 31, 2016 (inclusive).

  • Education: Must be studying in Class 5 during the 2025–26 academic year in a government or government-aided/recognised school. The student must not have repeated Class 5 in the 2025–26 session.

  • Residence: Entry is allowed only in the JNV situated in the candidate’s home district. Proof of residence is required at the time of application.

  • Reservation: 75% of seats are reserved for rural candidates. Others are open to urban students.

  • Single Attempt Rule: A student may attempt the JNVST exam only once.

Available Seats

  • Seats in JNV Bangalore Urban: Up to 80 new Class 6 students are admitted each year.

  • Reservation: 75% for rural applicants of Bangalore Urban; 25% can be filled from nearby districts or urban candidates.

Entrance Exam Pattern (JNVST)

Section Questions Marks Duration
Mental Ability 40 50 60 minutes
Arithmetic 20 25 30 minutes
Language 20 25 30 minutes
Total 80 100 2 hours

  • The exam is objective (MCQ format), conducted offline.

Admission Process: Step-by-Step

  1. Online Registration: Visit navodaya.gov.in or cbseitms.rcil.gov.in and register for Class 6 admission.

  2. Application Form Submission: Enter all required personal, address, education, and parent details.

  3. Upload Documents: Scanned photograph, left-hand thumb impression, Class 5 certificate, and valid ID (Aadhaar card, birth certificate, etc.).

  4. Submit & Download Confirmation: Review information, submit the application, and save/download the confirmation for records.

Required Documents

  • Recent passport-sized photograph of the student

  • Scanned copy of the student’s left-hand thumb impression

  • Class 5 mark sheet or certificate (for 2025–26)

  • Residence certificate/proof

  • Aadhar Card, birth certificate, or any valid ID

Benefits for Selected Students

  • Free, fully residential education from Classes 6 to 12

  • CBSE curriculum, well-equipped labs, library, and computer facilities

  • Free hostel, meals, uniforms, and textbooks

  • Distinct focus on overall development, sports, and extracurriculars

Advice for Applicants

Parents and students are urged to fill out the application form carefully before the July 29, 2025 deadline. Double-check all uploaded documents, ensure the student meets the age and education requirements, and keep the admit card safely once released. Good preparation in mental ability, arithmetic, and language sections is key to excelling in the entrance test.

JNV Bangalore Urban continues to offer an exceptional educational environment and a pathway to academic excellence for the region’s talented children. Apply soon to give your child a chance to join this vibrant Navodaya community.

Eligibility for JNV Bangalore Urban, Karnataka

  1. Class 6 Eligibility
  2. 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.
  3. Candidates must have been promoted to and admitted to Class 5 on or before July 31, 2025, to be eligible for JNVST 2026.
  4. 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.
  5. Class 9 Eligibility
  6. Applicants must have passed the Class 8 exam from a recognized board.
  7. Students must reside and be studying in the same district where the JNV is located and admission is sought.
  8. 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.
  9. Only Indian nationals studying in Class 8 in India are eligible to apply.

Selection Process at JNV Bangalore Urban, Karnataka

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

How to Apply for JNV Bangalore Urban, Karnataka

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

Quick Info

Age LimitClass 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 FeeThere 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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