NVS Class 11 Admission 2027-28 (LEST 2027)

The Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya scheme was conceptualized under the National Policy on Education (1986) to identify and nurture rural talent in India. **Salient Objectives of Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti:** 1. **Quality Modern Education:** To deliver world-class modern education with special focus on science, mathematics, computer literacy, values, cultural awareness, physical education, and adventure sports to children primarily hailing from rural backgrounds. 2. **Three-Language Formula:** To implement the three-language curriculum effectively, cultivating functional fluency in regional languages, Hindi, and English. 3. **National Integration Through Migration:** 30% of students in Class IX from a Vidyalaya located in a Hindi-speaking district are migrated for one full academic year to a JNV located in a non-Hindi speaking district (and vice versa) to promote inter-state cultural harmony and understanding. 4. **District Resource Center:** To act as the focal point for school education quality improvement in each district through resource sharing, teacher training, and modern infrastructure.

1. **CBSE Affiliation:** All JNVs are affiliated to CBSE, New Delhi, and follow the NCERT curriculum. 2. **Co-Educational Residential Setup:** Boys and girls reside in separate dedicated hostel dormitories with round-the-clock warden supervision and security. 3. **Medium of Instruction:** Mother tongue/regional language up to Class VIII. From Class IX onwards, English is the medium for Mathematics and Science, while Social Science is taught in Hindi/English. 4. **Comprehensive Facilities:** Well-equipped Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, and Atal Tinkering Labs (ATL), high-speed smart classrooms, and broad athletic grounds. 5. **Holistic Development:** Compulsory physical training, NCC, Scout & Guide, yoga, cultural programmes, and inter-JNV national level competitions.

To be eligible for the Class XI Lateral Entry Selection Test 2027, the candidate must satisfy **ALL three mandatory conditions**: 1. **Age / Date of Birth Window:** - Candidate must be born between **1st June 2010 and 31st July 2012** (both days inclusive). - This age criterion applies uniformly to **all candidates of all categories**, including SC, ST, OBC, General, and Divyang. 2. **Current Academic Enrollment:** - Candidate must be currently studying in **Class X during the academic session 2026-27** (April 2026 to March 2027 session OR January 2026 to December 2026 session). - The school of study must be a Government or Government recognized school (affiliated to CBSE, ICSE, or any State Education Board). 3. **District Jurisdiction (Study & Residence):** - Candidate must be studying Class X from a school situated in the **same district** where the JNV is located. - Candidate must be an **Indian National** studying Class X in India.

The NVS Prospectus cum Notification lays down strict disqualification criteria: 1. **Passed Class X in Previous Years:** - Candidates who have passed Class X prior to the academic session 2026-27 are **strictly NOT eligible**. - Repeaters who completed 10th in 2025 or earlier cannot appear. 2. **Outside District Enrollment:** - If a candidate is studying Class X in District "A", they are **not eligible** to apply for the JNV in District "B" under district quota. 3. **Inter-State Bar:** - Candidates from one State are **not eligible** for admission in another State. 4. **Foreign Nationals:** - Non-Indian citizens or students studying Class X in schools outside India cannot apply. 5. **Overage / Underage Applicants:** - Candidates born before 1st June 2010 or born after 31st July 2012 are strictly barred without exception.

1. **Current 10th Enrollment Mandatory:** Candidates must be enrolled in and appearing for Class X from a recognized board during the **2026-27 academic session**. 2. **Qualifying Requirement:** Provisional selection in LEST 2027 will only be converted into confirmed admission if the candidate successfully **passes the Class X Board Examination (Session 2026-27)** before the admission verification date. 3. **Board Recognition:** Schools affiliated to CBSE, ICSE, National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS), or any recognized State Education Board are fully acceptable. 4. **Regular vs Repeaters:** Candidates who are repeating Class X after failing in a previous session are **ineligible**.

Class XI Lateral Entry Selection Test is conducted exclusively to fill **resultant vacant seats** after admitting the regular Class X students of JNV. **Reservation Implementation Framework:** - Vacant seats in SC, ST, OBC, and Divyang categories are reserved for eligible students of the respective category. - **OBC Reservation:** Implemented strictly as per the **Central List of Other Backward Classes**. OBC candidates whose caste is NOT included in the Central List must apply under the **General** category. - **Girl Students:** Vacant seats earmarked for girls will be filled by female candidates. - **Transgender Candidates:** No separate reservation is provided; transgender applicants are considered under the 'Boys' quota for reservation in their respective categories. - **Divyang Candidates:** Horizontal reservation for Orthopedic, Hearing, and Visual impairments, acid attack victims, and dwarfism with medical certificate from Chief Medical Officer (CMO).

The Government of India has established additional Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNV-II) in districts with high SC/ST demographic density. Applicants in these districts must confirm their block: - **Gujarat:** Dahod-I & Dahod-II (Blocks: Fatepura, Sanjeli, Zalod, Limdi, Devgadh Baria, Dhanpur, Garbada, Limkheda, Singvad). - **Madhya Pradesh:** Jhabua-I & II (Rama, Ranapur, Thandla, Petlawad, Meghnagar); Ratlam-I & II (Piploda, Sailana, Alote, Bajna, Jaora); Ujjain-I & II (Ghattiya, Tarana, Badnagar, Khachrod, Mahidpur). - **Odisha:** Malkangiri-I & II (Kalimela, Podia, Khairput, Korukonda, Kudumulugumma, Mathili). - **Chhattisgarh:** Sukma-I (Konta) & Sukma-II (Sukma, Chhindgarh). - **Jammu & Kashmir (UT):** Jammu-I & Jammu-II (Bhalwal, Gandhi Nagar, Marh, R.S. Pura, Akhnoor, Bishnah, Dansal, Khour). - **Punjab:** Amritsar-I & Amritsar-II (Chogawan, Harsha Chhina, Jandiala Guru, Ajnala, Majitha, Rayya). - **Andhra Pradesh:** East Godavari (Kakinada & Polavaram) and Prakasam (Markapuram). - **Karnataka:** Kalaburagi-I & II (Afzalpur, Aland, Chincholi, Chittapur, Sedam). - **Rajasthan:** Banswara-I & II and Sri Ganganagar-I & II (Anupgarh, Gharsana, Raisinghnagar, Suratgarh). - **Uttar Pradesh:** Sitapur-I & Sitapur-II (Biswan, Kashmanda, Khairbad, Laharpur, Maholi, Mishrikh). - **Bihar & Jharkhand:** Gaya-I & Gaya-II; Pakur-I & II; Palamu-I & II. - **Maharashtra:** Nandurbar-I & II. - **Assam & Meghalaya:** Karbi Anglong-I & II; East Khasi Hills-I & II.

JNVs offer senior secondary education across four core academic streams: 1. **Science Stream:** - **Compulsory Subjects:** Physics and Chemistry. - **Electives:** Mathematics, Biology, Computer Science / Informatics Practices. 2. **Commerce Stream:** - **Compulsory Subjects:** Accountancy, Business Studies, and Economics. - **Electives:** Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Informatics Practices. 3. **Humanities Stream:** - **Compulsory Subjects:** History, Geography, and Economics / Political Science. - **Electives:** Sociology, Psychology, Hindi Core, English Core. 4. **Vocational Stream:** - Specialized job-oriented CBSE vocational skill courses as notified per regional JNV.

During online form submission on the NVS portal, candidates can select stream preferences as follows: - **Maximum Streams Allowed:** Each candidate is permitted to opt for a **maximum of two streams** (e.g., Option 1: Science, Option 2: Commerce). - **Maximum JNVs per Stream:** For each opted stream, the candidate can choose a **maximum of three Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas** (in order of priority). - **Single Stream Preference:** Candidates interested only in one particular stream (e.g. Science only) are strongly advised to select only that stream. - **Automatic Preference Hierarchy:** If multiple streams are opted, NVS processes choices strictly in the sequence: $$\text{Science} \longrightarrow \text{Commerce} \longrightarrow \text{Humanities} \longrightarrow \text{Vocational}$$ - **Binding Selection:** Once provisionally selected for a specific JNV and stream based on merit and vacancies, **no request for change of JNV or stream will be entertained**.

Provisional selection of students is executed through a two-stage hierarchical process: 1. **Stage 1 – District Wise Merit List:** - A district-wise merit list is prepared from qualified candidates of the district. - Only candidates satisfying the twin conditions of residence and Class X study in that district are considered for district vacancies. - Vacancies in the home JNV are filled first. 2. **Stage 2 – State Level Common Merit List:** - After filling district-level vacancies, all remaining qualified candidates from the entire state are merged into a State Common Merit List. - Vacancies remaining unfilled in any JNV of that state are filled from the State merit list based on candidates' exercised stream/JNV options. 3. **No Inter-State Movement:** Candidates from one State are strictly ineligible for selection in JNVs of another State.

Mental Ability tests general intelligence, cognitive reasoning, and spatial comprehension (20 MCQs, 20 Marks): 1. **Pattern Completion:** Identifying missing segments in complex geometric matrices. 2. **Figure Series Completion:** Recognizing sequential changes in rotational angles and elements. 3. **Geometrical Figure Completion:** Completing Triangles, Squares, and Circles with missing pieces. 4. **Mirror Imaging:** Assessing left-right lateral inversions of alphanumeric and abstract symbols. 5. **Punched Hold Pattern (Paper Folding & Unfolding):** Creasing and punch hole projections. 6. **Calendar, Time and Clock:** Day calculations, hour-minute hand angles, leap year logic. 7. **Embedded Figures:** Detecting hidden simple components inside intricate figure designs. 8. **Coding-Decoding:** Letter shifting, numeric substitutions, and symbol ciphering. 9. **Orientation / Direction:** Compass coordinates, bearing angles, distance displaced. 10. **Space Visualization:** Assembling scattered 2D/3D blocks into coherent solid shapes.

English evaluates reading fluency, vocabulary, and grammatical precision (20 MCQs, 20 Marks): **Section A: Reading Skills (10 Marks)** - Unseen Discursive Passage with inferential and lexical questions. - Case-based factual passage with charts, visual inputs, or statistical tables. **Section B: Grammar (10 Marks)** - Tenses (Present, Past, Future aspects) - Modals (can, could, may, might, must, should, ought to) - Subject-Verb Concord (Agreement in person and number) - Reported Speech: - Commands and requests - Statements and assertive clauses - Interrogative questions (Wh- questions and auxiliary inversions) - Determiners, Articles, Quantifiers - Spelling rules and contextual Syntax

Mathematics syllabus corresponds strictly to the secondary NCERT curriculum (20 MCQs, 20 Marks): - **Unit I: Number Systems:** Fundamental Theorem of Arithmetic, irrationality proofs for $\sqrt{2}, \sqrt{3}, \sqrt{5}$. - **Unit II: Algebra:** - Polynomials (zeros & coefficients relationship). - Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables (substitution, elimination, consistency). - Quadratic Equations ($ax^2 + bx + c = 0$, quadratic formula, discriminant nature of roots). - Arithmetic Progressions (nth term $a_n$, sum of $n$ terms $S_n$, real-life word problems). - **Unit III: Coordinate Geometry:** Distance formula, Section formula (internal division), collinearity. - **Unit IV: Geometry:** - Triangles: Basic Proportionality Theorem (Thales), similarity criteria (AAA, SSS, SAS). - Circles: Tangent theorems, radius-tangent perpendicularity, equal lengths from external point. - **Unit V: Trigonometry:** Acute angle ratios ($0^\circ, 30^\circ, 45^\circ, 60^\circ, 90^\circ$), identity $\sin^2 A + \cos^2 A = 1$, Heights and Distances (angles of elevation & depression $30^\circ, 45^\circ, 60^\circ$). - **Unit VI: Mensuration:** Areas related to circles (sectors, segments with central angles $60^\circ, 90^\circ, 120^\circ$), Surface Areas and Volumes of combinations of cubes, cuboids, spheres, hemispheres, cylinders, cones. - **Unit VII: Statistics & Probability:** Mean, Median, Mode of grouped data; classical probability of events.

Science covers physical, chemical, and biological themes from NCERT Class X (20 MCQs, 20 Marks): - **Theme: Materials (Chemical Substances - Nature & Behaviour):** - Chemical Reactions: Balancing equations, combination, decomposition, displacement, double displacement, precipitation, redox. - Acids, Bases & Salts: $H^+$ and $OH^-$ concepts, pH scale, preparation of NaOH, Bleaching Powder, Baking Soda, Washing Soda, Plaster of Paris. - Metals & Non-metals: Reactivity series, ionic bond formation, metallurgy basics, corrosion prevention. - Carbon Compounds: Covalent bonds, homologous series, functional groups, saturated/unsaturated hydrocarbons, ethanol & ethanoic acid, soaps & detergents. - **Theme: The World of the Living:** - Life Processes: Nutrition, respiration, transport, excretion in plants and animals. - Control & Coordination: Plant tropic movements, plant hormones, human nervous system, reflex action, endocrine hormones. - Reproduction: Asexual & sexual reproduction, reproductive health, safe sex. - Heredity: Mendel's laws of inheritance, monohybrid/dihybrid cross, sex determination. - **Theme: Natural Phenomena & How Things Work:** - Light: Reflection by spherical mirrors, mirror formula, refraction, Snell's law, lenses, lens formula, power, human eye defects (myopia, hypermetropia, presbyopia), prism dispersion. - Electricity: Ohm's law, resistance, resistivity, series/parallel combinations, Joule's heating effect, electric power ($P = VI = I^2R = V^2/R$). - Magnetic Effects of Current: Magnetic fields, right-hand thumb rule, solenoid, Fleming's left-hand rule, domestic circuits. - **Theme: Natural Resources:** Ecosystems, food chains, ozone depletion, waste management.

Social Science assesses historical, geographical, economic, and civic awareness (20 MCQs, 20 Marks): - **Unit 1: History (India and the Contemporary World – II):** - Rise of Nationalism in Europe (French Revolution, German & Italian unification). - Nationalism in India (Non-Cooperation, Civil Disobedience, collective belonging). - Making of a Global World (pre-modern trade, 19th-century economy, post-war institutions). - Age of Industrialization; Print Culture and the Modern World. - **Unit 2: Geography (Contemporary India – II):** - Resources & Development (soils of India, land use, conservation). - Forest and Wildlife Resources; Water Resources (multipurpose dams, rainwater harvesting). - Agriculture (cropping seasons Kharif/Rabi/Zaid, food & cash crops). - Minerals & Energy Resources; Manufacturing Industries; Lifelines of National Economy. - **Unit 3: Democratic Politics – II:** - Power Sharing (Belgium & Sri Lanka models); Federalism in India. - Gender, Religion & Caste; Political Parties (national & state parties, reforms); Outcomes of Democracy. - **Unit 4: Economics (Understanding Economic Development):** - Development criteria; Sectors of the Indian Economy (Primary, Secondary, Tertiary). - Money and Credit (formal vs informal sources, SHGs); Globalization & WTO.

The Lateral Entry Selection Test uses machine-gradable **Optical Mark Recognition (OMR)** answer sheets: 1. **Pen Rules:** Only **Blue or Black Ball Point Pen** must be used. **Use of pencil is strictly prohibited.** 2. **Darkening Circles:** Darken the complete circular bubble for your chosen response (A, B, C, or D). 3. **No Erasing or Overwriting:** Striking off answers, applying white correction fluid, scratching, or erasing is strictly forbidden; such questions will not be evaluated. 4. **Marking Scheme:** Each correct answer carries **+1 mark**. There is **no negative marking** for incorrect answers. 5. **Roll Number & Booklet Code:** Candidates must carefully fill and bubble their Roll Number and Question Booklet Code (A, B, C, or D) on Side-1 and Side-2 of the OMR.

Online registration is hosted on CBSE ITMS portal in partnership with NVS: 1. **Access the Portal:** Visit **https://cbseitms.nic.in/2026/nvsxi_11** or navigate from **www.navodaya.gov.in**. 2. **Registration Initiation:** Click on "Class XI Lateral Entry Registration 2027" and read the instructions. 3. **Enter Candidate Particulars:** Fill Candidate Name, Mother's Name, Father's Name, Date of Birth, Gender, Category (Gen/OBC/SC/ST), and Aadhaar number. 4. **Provide Academic Details:** Select State and District of Class X study, School Name, Board affiliation, and Rural/Urban status of the school. 5. **Exercise Stream & JNV Preferences:** Select up to 2 streams and choose up to 3 preferred JNVs for each stream. 6. **Upload Required Soft Copies:** Upload JPG format files (10 to 100 KB) of: - Candidate's recent photograph - Candidate's running signature - Parent/Guardian's signature 7. **Review & Final Submit:** Verify every entry thoroughly before final submission. Note the generated **Registration Number**. 8. **Print Confirmation:** Download and print two copies of the completed application form for future reference.

To ensure that rural applicants face no digital barriers, NVS operates **Free Help Desks** in every functional Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya: - Candidates and parents without computer or internet access can visit the nearest JNV during working hours. - School staff will scan photographs, enter details, and submit the online application form **completely free of cost**. - Parents should carry the candidate, passport photos, and handwritten signatures.

1. **Duration:** NVS will open an online correction window for **2 to 3 days** immediately following the registration deadline (after 30th September 2026). 2. **Permissible Corrections:** Permitted editable fields include gender, category (General/OBC/SC/ST), rural/urban status, stream preference, and school details. 3. **Finality:** Once the correction window closes, no requests for corrections or data alterations will be entertained under any circumstances.

1. **Center Allocation:** The examination center is allotted in the candidate's home district (usually the local JNV or an affiliated central/state school). 2. **No Center Change:** No candidate will be permitted to appear from any center other than the one printed on their Admit Card. 3. **Reporting:** Candidates must report with their printed Admit Card and a valid Government Photo ID proof (Aadhaar, School ID card).

1. **Portal Download:** Admit cards will be released online on the NVS/CBSE ITMS portal prior to the test. 2. **Cost:** Admit cards can be downloaded free of cost by logging in with the candidate's Registration Number and Date of Birth. 3. **Discrepancy:** Verify candidate name, photograph, signature, test center name, and timing. Immediately contact the JNV Principal in case of error. 4. **Mandatory at Center:** Candidates without an authentic printed Admit Card will strictly NOT be permitted into the exam hall.

The exam schedule for Saturday, 10th April 2027: - **Reporting Time at Center:** 10:00 AM - **Entry & Verification:** 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM - **Distribution of Test Booklets & OMR:** 10:45 AM - **Test Commences:** 11:00 AM - **Test Concludes:** 01:30 PM (Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes) - **Divyang Candidates:** Concludes at 02:20 PM (Additional 50 minutes compensatory time)

The selection test question booklet is printed **Bilingually in English and Hindi**: - Mental Ability, Science, Mathematics, and Social Science questions are presented side-by-side in English and Hindi. - English section questions are in English only. - In case of any linguistic ambiguity in question interpretation, the English version is treated as final and authoritative.

1. **Expected Timeline:** Results of LEST 2027 are scheduled to be announced by **May / June 2027**. 2. **Online Portal:** Result can be checked by logging in on the NVS portal with Registration Number and Password. 3. **Public Notice Boards:** Result sheets showing roll numbers of provisionally selected candidates are also displayed at: - Concerned Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya notice board - Office of District Magistrate (DM) - Office of District Education Officer (DEO) - Regional Deputy Commissioner Office, NVS 4. **Direct Notification:** The JNV Principal will also notify selected candidates via SMS and Speed Post.

1. **No Score Disclosure:** NVS does not communicate individual marks scored in the selection test. 2. **No Re-Totaling or Re-Evaluation:** Answer sheets are processed through an automated computer optical scanner with multiple validation algorithms. Requests for scrutiny, re-checking, or re-totalling of OMR sheets are **not entertained** under any circumstance.

Provisional selection in LEST 2027 does **not** confer an automatic right of admission to JNV. - Actual admission is strictly subject to: 1. Passing the Class X Board Examination (2026-27). 2. Availability of actual vacant seats and residential accommodation in the specific JNV. 3. Successful physical verification of all original certificates and eligibility documents. 4. Clearing the medical examination by the Vidyalaya Doctor.

⚠️ **CRITICAL WARNING FOR PARENTS:** - Candidates and parents are strictly advised **NOT to apply for a Transfer Certificate (TC)** or withdraw from their current school until their documents have been physically verified and admission has been explicitly confirmed by the Principal of the concerned JNV. - Once confirmed, the TC must be counter-signed by the District Education Officer (DEO) or Block Education Officer (BEO).

Every newly admitted student must undergo a medical examination conducted by the Vidyalaya Doctor in addition to producing a medical fitness certificate from a registered practitioner. - Students found suffering from infectious diseases or acute ailments that hinder community residential living will not be admitted. - Special dietary and health provisions are maintained in JNV clinics for daily wellness.

To facilitate a smooth transition from day schools to a fully residential system, NVS conducts a mandatory **10-day Orientation Programme**: - Bridges conceptual learning gaps between different State Boards and CBSE. - Familiarizes students with daily hostel schedules, dining etiquette, sports routines, and housemaster systems. - Fosters peer friendships and teamwork across diverse cultural backgrounds.

A unique cornerstone of the Navodaya Vidyalaya scheme is the **Migration Scheme**: - In Class IX, 30% of students from a Vidyalaya in a Hindi-speaking State are transferred for one academic year to a partner Vidyalaya in a Non-Hindi speaking State, and vice-versa. - While lateral entry happens in Class XI, students will live in a vibrant national environment enriched by migrated peers from different cultural regions of India.

JNVs maintain high residential discipline: 1. **Attendance & Participation:** Regular attendance in morning physical training (PT), academic classes, remedial coaching, and evening sports is compulsory. 2. **Mobile Phones & Gadgets:** Personal smartphones are strictly restricted; students use designated communication facilities to talk to parents on scheduled weekends. 3. **Zero Tolerance on Ragging:** Ragging or bullying in hostels is strictly penalized with immediate rustication. 4. **House System:** Students are grouped into houses (Aravalli, Nilgiri, Shivalik, Udaygiri) under dedicated House Masters for mentorship.

**Q1: What is the last date to apply for NVS Class 11 Admission 2027-28?** The last date to submit the online application form is **30th September 2026 (Wednesday)**. **Q2: When will the JNVST Class XI Lateral Entry Selection Test be held?** The test will be conducted on **Saturday, 10th April 2027** from 11:00 AM to 01:30 PM. **Q3: What is the age limit for Class XI admission in Navodaya?** The candidate must be born between **1st June 2010 and 31st July 2012** (both days inclusive). This applies to all categories. **Q4: Is there an application fee for NVS Class XI registration?** No, registration is **100% Free of Cost** for all candidates on cbseitms.nic.in. **Q5: Can students from private schools apply?** Yes, any student studying Class X in a Government or Government recognized school (affiliated to CBSE, ICSE, or State Board) in the district is eligible. **Q6: Can a student apply for multiple streams?** Yes, a candidate can choose up to **two streams** and up to **three JNVs** for each stream. **Q7: Is there any negative marking in the test?** No, there is **no negative marking**. Each correct answer receives 1 mark.

**Official Headquarters Contact:** - **Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (HQ):** B-15, Institutional Area, Sector 62, Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201307 - **Official Website:** www.navodaya.gov.in - **Email:** ithelpdesk.nvs@gmail.com *Disclaimer: RajDailyTools provides this informational guide based strictly on the official Prospectus-cum-Notification released by Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti. Applicants are advised to verify details and complete registrations exclusively through the official portal at cbseitms.nic.in.*