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Navodaya Class 9 Admission 2027: Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has released the Prospectus-cum-Notification for admission to Class 9 through the Lateral Entry Selection Test (LEST) 2027-28. Eligible students currently studying in Class 8 can apply online for admission against vacant seats in Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas.
Last Date to Apply: 30 September 2026
Selection Test Date: 10 April 2027
Navodaya Class 9 Admission 2027 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Organisation | Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) |
| Admission | Class 9 Lateral Entry |
| Academic Session | 2027-28 |
| Selection Process | Lateral Entry Selection Test |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 September 2026 |
| Examination Date | 10 April 2027 |
| Exam Duration | 2½ Hours |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Negative Marking | No |
What is Navodaya Vidyalaya?
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) are co-educational, fully residential schools administered by Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti under the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
The schools aim to provide quality modern education to talented children, particularly those from rural areas. JNVs are affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).
Education, boarding and lodging, uniforms and textbooks are provided under the scheme. The prospectus states that students of Classes IX to XII are generally required to pay Rs.600 per month towards Vidyalaya Vikas Nidhi, with exemptions for specified categories including SC/ST students, Divyang students, all girl students and students from BPL families. 0
Who Can Apply for Navodaya Class 9 Admission 2027?
Students must satisfy the eligibility conditions prescribed by NVS before submitting the application.
- The candidate must be a bonafide resident of the concerned district.
- The candidate must be studying in Class 8 during the academic session 2026-27.
- The candidate must be studying in a Government or Government-recognised school in the concerned district.
- The district of residence and the district where the candidate is studying Class 8 must be the same for admission to the JNV located in that district.
- The candidate must be an Indian National studying Class 8 in India in the concerned district.
These eligibility requirements are specifically mentioned in the official Class IX Lateral Entry prospectus.
Age Limit for Class 9 Admission
The candidate's date of birth must be between:
Both dates are inclusive.
This age condition applies to candidates belonging to all categories, including SC, ST, OBC and Divyang candidates.
Who is Not Eligible?
- Students who have already passed Class 8 in previous academic sessions.
- Candidates whose date of birth is outside the prescribed age range.
- Candidates whose Class 8 study district and residence district are different.
- Candidates studying Class 8 in a school that is not Government/Government-recognised as required by NVS.
- Candidates who appeared for the Lateral Entry Selection Test in the previous academic session.
Navodaya Class 9 Selection Test 2027 Date
The Class 9 Lateral Entry Selection Test will be conducted on Saturday, 10 April 2027.
The examination centre will normally be the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya of the concerned district or another centre allotted by NVS. 4
Navodaya Class 9 Exam Pattern 2027
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English | 15 | 15 |
| Hindi | 15 | 15 |
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 |
| General Science | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The test is objective in nature and is based on the Class 8 level. Candidates have to qualify in all four subjects according to the NVS criteria.
Exam Duration and Language
- Exam Duration: 2½ hours
- Additional time for eligible Divyang candidates: 50 minutes
- Exam Medium: English/Hindi
- Answer Sheet: OMR
The examination medium selected while filling the application form cannot be changed later.
Is There Negative Marking?
No. There is no negative marking in the Class 9 Lateral Entry Selection Test. Each correct answer carries one mark.
Candidates must use a Blue or Black Ball Point Pen on the OMR sheet. Pencil is strictly prohibited. Once an answer is marked, it cannot be changed using erasing, striking or correction fluid.
Navodaya Class 9 Syllabus 2027
English – 15 Marks
- Comprehension – Unseen Passage
- Words and Sentences
- Structure and Spelling
- Rearranging Jumbled Words
- Passivation
- Degrees of Comparison
- Modal Auxiliaries
- Prepositions
- Tense Forms
- Reported Speech
Hindi – 15 Marks
- Language Application and Grammar Skills
- Spelling
- Word Classification
- Synonyms and Antonyms
- Identification of Parts of Speech
- Sentence Correction
- Sentence Transformation
- Idioms
- Proverbs
- Unseen Comprehension
General Science – 35 Marks
The Science section is based on the Class 8 Science syllabus. Major topics include:
- Crop Production and Management
- Microorganisms: Friend and Foe
- Coal and Petroleum
- Combustion and Flame
- Conservation of Plants and Animals
- Reproduction in Animals
- Reaching the Age of Adolescence
- Force and Pressure
- Friction
- Sound
- Chemical Effects of Electric Current
- Some Natural Phenomena
- Light
Mathematics – 35 Marks
- Rational Numbers
- Squares and Square Roots
- Cubes and Cube Roots
- Exponents and Powers
- Direct and Inverse Proportions
- Comparing Quantities
- Percentage, Profit and Loss, Discount
- Simple and Compound Interest
- Algebraic Expressions and Identities
- Factorisation
- Linear Equations in One Variable
- Understanding Quadrilaterals
- Mensuration
- Surface Area and Volume
- Data Handling
- Probability
How to Apply for Navodaya Class 9 Admission 2027?
- Visit the official NVS website.
- Open the Class IX Lateral Entry Selection Test 2027-28 application link.
- Enter the candidate's basic details.
- Provide State, District, residence and Class 8 study details.
- Enter Aadhaar and APAAR ID/PEN details as required.
- Upload the candidate's photograph.
- Upload the candidate's signature and parent's signature.
- Check all details carefully.
- Submit the application form.
The official prospectus states that applications can be submitted through desktop, laptop, mobile or tablet, and the online application platform is free of cost.
Documents Required for Application
Candidates/parents should keep the following documents and files ready:
- Recent Photograph
- Candidate's Signature
- Parent's Signature
- Aadhaar details
- Class 8 study details
- Residence-related information
- APAAR ID/PEN details
The photograph and signatures required for registration should be kept in JPG format with the prescribed file size of 10 KB to 100 KB.
Documents Required After Selection
Provisionally selected candidates will have to produce original documents for verification at the time of admission.
- Birth Certificate
- Eligibility proof
- Residence Certificate/valid residential proof
- Aadhaar Card
- Rural Area Certificate, wherever applicable
- Divyang Certificate, wherever applicable
- OBC Certificate as per the Central List, wherever applicable
Transfer Certificate from the parent school is to be submitted only after document verification and confirmation of admission by the concerned JNV.
Rural and Urban Candidates
A candidate studying Class 8 in a school located in a rural area will be considered a rural candidate and will be considered under the open and rural quota.
A candidate who has studied Class 8 in an urban area even for a single day during the session will be considered an urban candidate, according to the prospectus.
Important Information About Vacancies
Admission to Class 9 is conducted only against vacant seats likely to be available in the concerned JNV. The number of vacancies is tentative and may increase or decrease.
The notification also contains district-wise tentative vacancy details in Annexure-II. Therefore, candidates should check the vacancy and eligibility details applicable to their district before applying.
Admit Card
The admit card will be made available through the NVS application portal on a date decided by NVS. The prospectus states that it will preferably be displayed about one month before the examination.
Candidates can download the admit card free of cost.
How Will the Result Be Announced?
The result of the Selection Test may be checked through the NVS application portal. The result will also be notified on the concerned Vidyalaya Notice Board and published on the website of the concerned JNV.
Selected candidates will also be informed by the concerned JNV through Speed/Registered Post.
Important Dates for Navodaya Class 9 Admission 2027
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Online Registration | 30 September 2026 |
| Class 9 Selection Test | 10 April 2027 |
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Important Tips for Applicants
- Check the age eligibility carefully before applying.
- Make sure the residence district and Class 8 study district meet the NVS requirement.
- Enter all details correctly in the application form.
- Keep the photograph and signatures ready in the prescribed format.
- Check the applicable district/block eligibility before registration.
- Keep copies of the submitted application and important documents for future reference.
- Start preparation with the Class 8 Mathematics and Science syllabus.
- Do not wait until the last date to submit the application.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to apply for Navodaya Class 9 Admission 2027?
The last date for registration is 30 September 2026.
When will the Navodaya Class 9 Selection Test be conducted?
The Selection Test is scheduled for 10 April 2027.
How many questions are there in the exam?
The examination consists of 100 objective questions for 100 marks.
Is there negative marking?
No. There is no negative marking.
What is the syllabus for the Class 9 entrance test?
The question paper is based on the Class 8 level syllabus and covers English, Hindi, Mathematics and General Science.
What is the age limit?
The candidate's date of birth must be between 1 May 2012 and 31 July 2014, both dates inclusive.
Can students from any district apply?
Eligibility is linked to the concerned district. The candidate must satisfy the prescribed residence and Class 8 study district conditions.
Is admission guaranteed after qualifying in the test?
No. Selection is provisional until document verification and confirmation of admission by the concerned JNV.
Conclusion
The Navodaya Class 9 Admission 2027 notification provides an opportunity for eligible Class 8 students to seek admission to Class 9 in Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas against available vacant seats.
Students should carefully verify their eligibility, district details, age and documents before submitting the online application. Since the examination is based on the Class 8 syllabus, early preparation in Mathematics, Science, English and Hindi can help candidates perform better.
Official Website: www.navodaya.gov.in
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Disclaimer: This article has been prepared based on the official Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti Prospectus-cum-Notification for Class IX Lateral Entry Selection Test 2027-28. Candidates should refer to the official NVS notification for the latest updates and final instructions.
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