Navodaya Vidyalaya Class 6 Exam Pattern and Syllabus

Navodaya Vidyalaya Class 6 Exam: Unpacking the Pattern and Syllabus (2027 Updated)

Are you preparing for the Navodaya Vidyalaya Class 6 Selection Test (JNVST 2027)? Understanding the exam pattern and syllabus is crucial for success. This blog post breaks down everything you need to know from the latest 2027 official prospectus — including the new EVS section, updated dates, and the revised test structure.

📅 Important Dates (JNVST 2027)

• Last Date to Apply Online: 31 July 2026
• Date of Exam: 28 November 2026 (Single Phase)
• Result Expected: By end of March 2027
• Admission Process Closes: 31 August 2027
• Official Website: navodaya.gov.in

Exam Overview (New Pattern 2027)

The Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) for Class 6 is a two-hour examination conducted from 11:30 AM to 01:30 PM. It consists of 80 objective-type questions spread across three sections, totaling 100 marks. "Divyang students" (differently-abled students) are allowed an additional 40 minutes.

Type of Test	Number of Questions	Marks	Duration
Mental Ability Test (MAT) & Environmental Studies (EVS)	20 + 20 = 40	25 + 25 = 50	60 Minutes
Arithmetic Test	20	25	30 Minutes
Language Test	20	25	30 Minutes
Total	80	100	2 Hours

Candidates will receive a single test booklet containing all sections. Answers must be marked on a separate OMR sheet using only a Blue/Black Ball Point Pen. Pencils are strictly prohibited. Each correct answer fetches 1.25 marks, and there is NO negative marking.

🆕 What's New in JNVST 2027?

• Environmental Studies (EVS) is now merged with the Mental Ability Test (MAT) in Section 1.
• Section 1 now has 40 questions (20 MAT + 20 EVS) worth 50 marks in 60 minutes.
• MAT is divided into 5 parts × 4 questions = 20 questions.
• EVS contains 15 MCQs + 1 passage with 5 questions = 20 questions.
• Minimum qualifying marks: 14 in MAT & EVS, 7 in Arithmetic, 7 in Language.
• Exam will be held in a single phase on 28 November 2026.

Section-wise Breakdown & Detailed Syllabus

Section 1: Mental Ability Test (MAT) & Environmental Studies (EVS)

This section is divided into two parts: MAT (20 questions) and EVS (20 questions).

A) Mental Ability Test (MAT) – 20 Questions, 25 Marks

This is a non-verbal test based entirely on figures and diagrams. It assesses general mental ability and is divided into five parts, each containing 4 questions. The detailed breakdown is:

• Part I – Pattern Completion (including alphabetical and number patterns): (Questions 01 to 04) A problem figure is shown with a missing part. You must choose the answer figure that fits exactly (without rotation) to complete the pattern. Simple letter and number patterns are also included.

• Part II – Figure Series Completion: (Questions 05 to 08) Three problem figures are given in a sequence, and the fourth is blank. Identify the figure from the options that logically continues the series.

• Part III – Geometrical Figure Completion (Triangle, Square, Circle): (Questions 09 to 12) One half of a geometrical shape is given. Select the option that correctly completes the figure.

• Part IV – Mirror and Water Imaging: (Questions 13 to 16) A problem figure is shown along with a mirror line (X-Y). Choose the answer figure that represents the exact mirror image (or water image, as applicable).

• Part V – Embedded Figure: (Questions 17 to 20) A simple problem figure is hidden inside one of the four complex answer figures. Identify the option where the problem figure is embedded.

B) Environmental Studies (EVS) – 20 Questions, 25 Marks

The EVS section contains 15 MCQs and one passage followed by 5 questions. It takes an interdisciplinary approach, integrating basic concepts from Science, Social Science, and Environmental Education. The main purpose is to assess the candidate's awareness of their surroundings. The syllabus covers:

• The Natural World: Transportation, rivers, mountains, plants and animals on land and water, natural disasters, types of houses/shelters, water cycle, etc.
• The Human Body: Food and nutrients, hygiene and cleanliness, super senses, basic knowledge of internal systems – digestive, circulatory, respiratory, etc.
• Science in Daily Life: Food preservation, water and air pollution, conservation of water and soil, etc.
• Social Surroundings: Superlatives of India, states/capitals, national symbols, different landscapes, festivals, seasons, forests, crops, clothes and fibres, etc.

📘 Sample EVS Questions (paraphrased):

1. What is the process called when the sun turns water into vapour?
   Answer: Evaporation
2. Which animal is used by police due to its excellent sense of smell?
   Answer: Dog
3. How do we typically preserve raw mangoes at home for the whole year?
   Answer: By making pickles
4. Which Indian festival is popularly known as the "Festival of Colours"?
   Answer: Holi

📖 Sample Passage (paraphrased):

Long ago, King Ghadsi of Jaisalmer built a large lake called Ghadsisar to provide water to his people. The word "sar" means a lake. It was connected to eight other lakes, so when it rained, water would fill the first lake and then overflow into the next, and so on. In total, nine lakes would fill, ensuring water for the whole year. They also built stepped wells called baolis for travellers.

Passage Questions (sample):

1. What does the word "sar" mean? Answer: Lake
2. Who built the Ghadsisar lake? Answer: King Ghadsi
3. How many lakes were connected together in total? Answer: Nine
4. What happens when the first lake is full of rainwater? Answer: Water flows into the second lake
5. What are the special wells with stairs called? Answer: Baolis

Section 2: Arithmetic Test

This section measures basic mathematical competencies. All 20 questions are based on the following 12 topics:

1. Number System: Ascending/descending order, rounding to nearest 10/100/1000, number names, and place value.
2. Four Fundamental Operations: Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division on whole numbers.
3. Factors and Multiples: Properties, HCF, LCM, prime factorisation.
4. Fractions: Addition and subtraction of like fractions, multiplication of fractions. (Unlike fractions and division of fractions are NOT included.)
5. Measurement: Length, mass, capacity, time, money, and unit conversions.
6. Simplification: Numerical expressions using BODMAS.
7. Perimeter and Area: Perimeter of polygons; area of square, rectangle, and triangle (as part of a rectangle).
8. Angles: Types of angles and simple applications, including directions and mapping.
9. Data Analysis: Bar diagrams, tables, and pictographs.

📘 Sample Arithmetic Questions (paraphrased):

• What is the prime factorisation of 1000?
  Options: A) 10×10×10, B) 2×5×5×10, C) 2×2×2×5×5, D) 2×2×2×5×5×5
  Correct Answer: D) 2×2×2×5×5×5
  Explanation: Prime factorisation means all factors must be prime numbers, and their product must equal the original number. Only option D satisfies both conditions.
• What is the average of the first four odd numbers?
  Options: A) 5, B) 4, C) 5, D) 16
  Correct Answer: B) 4
  Explanation: The first four odd numbers are 1, 3, 5, and 7. Their average is (1+3+5+7)/4 = 16/4 = 4.

Section 3: Language Test

The main purpose of this section is to assess the candidate's reading comprehension. The test consists of four passages, with each passage followed by 5 questions. Candidates must read each passage carefully and answer the accompanying questions. The questions test understanding of the text, vocabulary (synonyms/antonyms), and inference.

📖 Specimen Passage (paraphrased):

Forests are useful to us in many ways. They provide us with timber to build houses and make furniture. Forests also provide us with wood for fuel and making paper. They provide shelter for birds, wild animals, and insects. Forests bring rainfall. The existence of forests is very important for the preservation of the ecosystem. The fact that we have to care for an ecosystem is indisputably established. Wise use of the environment and its resources is essential for man's continued survival.

Sample Questions (paraphrased):

1. To preserve the ecosystem, the existence of what is essential? Answer: Forests
2. What is the opposite of 'preservation'? Answer: Destruction
3. Which one of the following is NOT a synonym of 'wise'? Answer: Humorous
4. Carpenters depend on forests because they provide what? Answer: Timber to make furniture
5. Wild animals will become homeless if what happens? Answer: Forests are destroyed

Important Instructions & Tie-breaking Rules

• Candidates must read the instructions on the test booklet cover and for each section carefully.
• Confirm that the test booklet received is in the language opted for the test; report any mismatch before the exam starts.
• Ensure the OMR sheet and question booklet have the same printed number; report any mismatch to the invigilator immediately.
• The total time for the exam is two hours without any break.
• Minimum qualifying marks are essential in each section: 14 marks in Mental Ability & EVS, 07 marks in Arithmetic, and 07 marks in Language.
• Candidates are advised not to spend too much time on any single section. A bell will ring every 30 minutes.
• No candidate will be allowed to appear without a proper Admit Card.
• Candidates must be seated in their allotted rooms by 11:00 A.M.; latecomers will not be permitted.
• No candidate can leave the examination hall until the full allotted time is complete.
• Use only Blue/Black Ball Point Pen on the OMR sheet. Pencils, correction fluid, and erasing are strictly prohibited.

⚖️ Tie-breaking Rules (in order of preference):

1. Higher marks in Mental Ability & EVS Test
2. Higher marks in Arithmetic Test
3. Higher marks in Language Test
4. ST candidate preferred over SC
5. SC candidate preferred over General & OBC
6. OBC candidate preferred over General
7. Girl candidate preferred over a boy
8. Younger candidate preferred (considering better IQ level)

Eligibility Criteria (JNVST 2027)

• Candidate must be a bonafide resident of the district where the JNV is located.
• Must be studying in Class V during 2026-27 in a Government/Govt.-aided/recognized school.
• Must have studied and passed Classes III, IV & V from a recognized school (full academic session each).
• Age: Born between 01.05.2015 to 31.07.2017 (both dates inclusive).
• Candidates who have already appeared in JNVST earlier or repeated Class V are NOT eligible.
• For Rural quota: Must have studied Classes III, IV & V in a school located in a rural area.

FAQs about the Navodaya Class 6 Exam 2027

Q1: What is the total duration of the Navodaya Class 6 Selection Test?

A1: The test duration is two hours (11:30 AM to 01:30 PM). Divyang students get an additional 40 minutes.

Q2: Are there different booklets for each section?

A2: No, a single test booklet comprising all three sections will be given.

Q3: Is there any negative marking in the exam?

A3: No, there is no negative marking. Each correct answer fetches 1.25 marks.

Q4: What are the minimum qualifying marks for each section?

A4: Candidates must secure a minimum of 14 marks in Mental Ability & EVS, 7 marks in Arithmetic, and 7 marks in Language.

Q5: Can I use a pencil on the OMR sheet?

A5: No, only a Blue/Black Ball Point Pen is to be used. Use of pencil is strictly prohibited.

Q6: What happens if there's a tie in marks between candidates?

A6: Tie-breakers: Higher marks in MAT & EVS → Arithmetic → Language → ST → SC → OBC → General → Girl → Younger.

Q7: How much additional time is provided to "Divyang students"?

A7: An additional time of 40 minutes is allowed for Divyang students.

Q8: When is the JNVST 2027 exam?

A8: The exam will be held on 28 November 2026 in a single phase. The last date to apply online is 31 July 2026.

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