Since the registration dates for JNVST Class Six admission in 2026 have already closed, Your brother cannot apply for this year's exam. Even though he passed class five in December 2025. The Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test JNVST is the mandatory entrance exam for admission into Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, And the Navodaya Vidyalaya is Samiti strictly requires student to complete their application within the announced window. Late application Are not accepted, so  missing the deadline means he will have to wait for the next cycle.

The good news is that he will still be eligible for 2027 admission cycle, provided he meet the age criteria (usually between 9 and 13 years) and has studied in a recognized school during class 5. Registration for the 2027 intake is expected to open around September-October 2026 on the official portal https://navodaya.gov.in/nvs/en/Admission-JNVST/Enrolment-Policy/ . At that time, you will need to fill out the online application form, Upload the required document such as proof of age and residence, and ensure all details match his school records. After successful registration, he will an admit card to appear for the selection test.

No, he can't apply for JNV because application windows for the 2026-27 session JNVST class 6th entrance exam has been closed on August 27, 2025. A candidate is only allowed to appear for the JNVST class 6 entrance test only once.