The Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) is a national-level entrance examination conducted by the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) for admission to Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas across India. JNVs are residential schools that provide quality, largely free education with a focus on talented students from rural areas. JNVST is held primarily for admission to Class 6, generally in offline (OMR-based) mode, and tests students on mental ability, arithmetic and language. The exam follows a district-wise selection approach with seats reserved as per government norms. This page covers complete JNVST details – eligibility, exam pattern, important dates, application process and preparation tips.