The JNVST Class 9 Syllabus 2026 is designed to test students on the Class VIII curriculum. For students aiming to secure a seat in Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas through the Lateral Entry Selection Test (LEST), knowing the exact topic-wise breakdown is crucial. Detailed information about the JNVST Class 9 Syllabus 2026-27 and the official Exam Pattern is provided below.
The exam is conducted by the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS). Unlike Class 6 admission, the Class 9 exam is quite competitive as it fills vacant seats only. To succeed, you must master the four core subjects: English, Hindi, Mathematics, and Science.
JNVST Class 9 Eligibility Criteria 2026
Before checking the syllabus, candidates must ensure they meet the following strict eligibility rules:
- Study Requirement: Candidates must be studying in Class VIII during the academic session 2025-26 in a Government/Government-recognized school.
- District Restriction: You can only apply for the JNV located in the same district where you are currently studying Class VIII.
- Age Limit: Candidates must be born between May 1, 2011, and July 31, 2013 (both dates inclusive). (Note: Check official notification for exact dates for the 2026 cycle).
Navodaya Vidyalaya 9th Class Syllabus 2026
The difficulty level of the exam is equivalent to Class VIII. Below is the detailed subject-wise syllabus based on the latest NVS notification.
1. JNVST Class 9 ENGLISH Syllabus
Marks: 15 | Questions: 15
- Comprehension (Unseen Passage)
- Word and Sentence Structure
- Spelling
- Rearranging Jumbled Words
- Passive Voice
- Use of Degrees of Comparison
- Modal Auxiliaries
- Use of Prepositions
- Tense forms
- Reported Speech
2. JNVST Class 9 HINDI Syllabus
Marks: 15 | Questions: 15
- वर्ण विचार / वर्तनी विवेक
- शब्द भेद (स्त्रोत / उत्पत्ति )
- पर्याय / विलोम
- शब्द विवेक ( शब्द प्रयोग में सूक्षम अंतर )
- पद भेद (व्यावहारिक कोटि) की पहचान
- पद परिचय
- अशुद्ध वाक्यों को शुद्ध करना
- वाक्य रचनांतरण (सरल/ संयुक्त / मिश्र )
- मुहावरा
- लोकोक्ति
3. JNVST Class 9 GENERAL SCIENCE Syllabus 2026
Marks: 35 | Questions: 35
- Food: Crop Production and Management; Micro-organisms; Food Preservation.
- Materials I: Synthetic fibers; Plastics; Metals and Non–metals.
- Materials II: Coal and Petroleum; Refining of Petroleum; Fossil Fuels; Combustion and Flame.
- Living / Non-living: Cell Structure and Function; Conservation of Plants and Animals (Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks).
- Reproduction: Asexual and Sexual Reproduction, Reaching the age of adolescence.
- Force: Frictional Force; Gravitational Force; Thrust and Pressure.
- Light & Sound: Reflection of Light; Multiple Reflection; Human eye; Care of the Eyes; Sound; Loudness and Pitch; Audible/Inaudible Sounds.
- Chemical Effects of Electric Current: Electroplating.
- Natural Phenomena: Lightning; Earthquakes, Pollution of Air and Water.
- Solar System: Stars and Constellations.
4. JNVST Class 9 MATHEMATICS Syllabus 2026
Marks: 35 | Questions: 35
- Rational Numbers
- Squares and Square Roots
- Cubes and Cube Roots
- Exponents and Powers
- Mensuration: Area of plane figures; Surface area and volume of cubes, cuboids, and cylinders.
- Data Handling (Bar graph, pie chart, organizing data, probability)
- Direct and Inverse Proportions
- Comparing Quantities (Percentage, Profit and Loss, Discount, Simple and Compound Interest)
- Algebraic Expressions and Identities including Factorization
- Linear Equations in One Variable
- Understanding Quadrilaterals (Parallelogram, rhombus, rectangle, square, kite)
JNVST Exam Pattern 2026
Understanding the exam pattern is vital. The test is objective-type, conducted on an OMR sheet. There is NO Negative Marking.
| Subjects | Questions / Marks |
| English | 15 |
| Hindi | 15 |
| Mathematics | 35 |
| Science | 35 |
| Total | 100 Marks / 100 Questions |
Important Exam Guidelines
- Duration: 2.5 Hours (150 Minutes).
- Medium: The test booklet is bilingual (English and Hindi).
- Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ).
- Qualifying Criteria: A candidate must score minimum qualifying marks in EACH of the four subjects independently. Failing in any one subject leads to disqualification, even if the total score is high.
JNVST Reservation Policy (Crucial)
Selection is heavily based on the category you apply under:
- Rural Quota: At least 75% of seats are reserved for students from rural areas (Must have studied Class 3, 4, & 5 in a rural school).
- Girl Students: 1/3rd (33%) of the seats are reserved for girls.
- SC/ST: Reservation is provided in proportion to the population in the district (subject to a minimum of national average).
- Divyang: 3% reservation for differently-abled candidates.
Official Website: https://navodaya.gov.in/
FAQs!
What is the syllabus of Navodaya Class 9?
The syllabus covers Class VIII level English, Hindi, Math, and Science. The detailed marks distribution is:
| Subjects | Marks Distribution |
| English & Hindi | 15 Marks each |
| Maths & Science | 35 Marks each |
| Total | 100 Marks |
Which book is best for the Navodaya entrance exam Class 9?
Always choose the latest edition books. Top recommendations include:
- Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Entrance Exam Class 9 (2026-27 Edition) by Arihant Experts.
- JNVST Class 9 Guide (2026 Edition) by Agrawal Examcart.
- NVS Class 9 Solved Papers by MTG.
How many subjects are there in the Navodaya Class 9 exam?
The exam consists of 4 subjects: English, Hindi, Mathematics, and Science. There are a total of 100 questions.
Is Navodaya Vidyalaya English medium?
Yes. In JNVs, the medium of instruction is generally the mother tongue/regional language up to Class VIII. From Class IX onwards, the medium is English for Mathematics and Science, and Hindi/English for Social Science.
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