Navodaya Entrance Exam 2026: JNVST Class 6 Exam Held Today, Answer Key & Result Date

 

The Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) for Class 6 admission 2026 has been successfully conducted today, Saturday, 13 December 2025, across India. Lakhs of students appeared for this important entrance exam with the dream of getting admission into Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) — one of India’s best government residential schools.

Now that the exam is over, students and parents are searching for information about answer keys, result dates, cut-off marks, and the next steps. This article explains everything in very easy words, so even a school student can understand it clearly.

What Is the Navodaya Entrance Exam (JNVST)?

The Navodaya Entrance Exam, officially called JNVST, is conducted every year by the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) under the Ministry of Education, Government of India.

This exam is held to select talented students—mainly from rural areas—for admission into Class 6 of Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas.

Why JNV Is Special

• Completely free education
• Free hostel, food, books, uniforms
• High-quality education with modern facilities
• Equal opportunities for rural students
• CBSE curriculum

Navodaya Class 6 Exam 2026 – What Happened Today?

JNVST 2026 Exam Date

13 December 2025 (Saturday)

JNVST 2026 Exam Mode

Offline (OMR Sheet based)

JNVST 2026 Exam Centres

Across all districts of India

JNVST 2026 Exam Timing

Afternoon session (as mentioned on admit card)

Students reached their exam centres on time with their admit cards and stationery. The exam was conducted peacefully in most regions.

Exam Pattern – Explained Simply

The JNVST Class 6 exam has three sections:

1️⃣ Mental Ability Test

• Logical thinking
• Patterns, figures, matching
• No language required

2️⃣ Arithmetic Test

• Basic Maths
• Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
• Fractions, decimals, time, distance

3️⃣ Language Test

• Reading and understanding
• Based on the language chosen by the student

Marking Scheme

• 1 mark for each correct answer
• No negative marking
• Wrong answers do not reduce marks

How Many Students Appear in JNVST 2026 & How Tough Is the Competition?

Every year, the Navodaya exam is one of the most competitive school-level exams in India.

📊 Important Statistics (Approx.)

• More than 20 lakh students register every year
• Around 18–19 lakh students actually appear
• Only around 47,000 students get selected
• Each JNV school admits about 80 students

This means only a few students get selected, making the exam very competitive.

Navodaya Answer Key 2026 – When Will It Be Released?

After the exam, students eagerly wait for the answer key.

Types of Answer Keys

1. Unofficial Answer Key
    
   • Released by coaching institutes
   • Available within 1–3 days
   • Only for rough score estimation
2. Official Answer Key
    
   • Released by Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS)
   • Expected in January 2026
   • Final and trustworthy

⚠️ Students should not fully trust unofficial answer keys.

How to Calculate Your Expected Score

Once you get an answer key:

1. Match your answers with the key
2. Count correct answers
3. Correct answers × 1 = Expected score

Example:
If you got 62 correct answers → Your score = 62 marks

Navodaya Result 2026 – Expected Date

The JNVST Class 6 result for the December exam is expected to be announced in:

📅 January 2026 (Tentative)

Results will be published online only on the official website.

How to Check Navodaya Result 2026 (Step-by-Step)

1. Visit navodaya.gov.in
2. Go to Admission / JNVST section
3. Click on Class 6 Result 2026
4. Download the selection list PDF
5. Search your roll number or name

If your name is on the list — congratulations! 

Navodaya Cut-Off Marks – What to Expect

There is no fixed cut-off announced before results.

Cut-off depends on:

• Number of students
• Difficulty of the paper
• Seats available in the district
• Category (General / OBC / SC / ST)

Cut-off marks are different for each district.

What Happens After Selection?

If a student is selected:

1. Document verification at JNV school
2. Medical check-up
3. Admission confirmation
4. Hostel allotment
5. School session begins

Documents required usually include:

• Birth certificate
• Residence certificate
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• School records

Important Advice for Parents & Students

✔ Do not panic after the exam
✔ Avoid fake news on social media
✔ Trust only navodaya.gov.in
✔ Keep admit card safely
✔ Be patient till official results

Final Words

The Navodaya Entrance Exam 2026 held on 13 December 2025 is a life-changing opportunity for students. While the competition is high, the benefits are also huge. Now, students should calmly wait for the official answer key and results, and parents should guide them with patience and positivity.

👉 Keep checking the official Navodaya website for real updates and ignore rumours.