NTA Exam Calendar 2026–2027 NTA has released the exam calendar it will organise from December 2026 to March 2027. Although it covers major exams through March 2027, it does not include NEET UG 2027.
The calendar includes important entrance examinations and national-level tests such as UGC NET, Joint CSIR UGC NET, JEE Main 2027 Session 1, CMAT 2027, NIFT Entrance Examination, and CUET PG 2027.
According to the published calendar, the examinations are scheduled from December 2026 to March 2027. Candidates should note that the dates are proposed and tentative and may be revised due to administrative, logistical, academic, statutory, or other circumstances.
NTA Exam Calendar 2026–2027
| Particular | Details |
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Calendar Cycle | December 2026 onwards |
| Coverage | December 2026 to March 2027 |
| Examination Mode | As specified in individual exam notifications |
| Exam Dates | Proposed / Tentative |
| Official Website | nta.ac.in |
NTA Exam Calendar 2026–2027: Month-Wise Dates
December 2026 Examination Schedule
The December 2026 examination cycle includes five examinations, including UGC NET and Joint CSIR UGC NET.
| S. No. | Examination Name | Proposed Date(s) | Duration |
| 1 | Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC) | 06-Dec-26 | 1 Day |
| 2 | SWAYAM | 08–12 December 2026 | 5 Days |
| 3 | Rashtriya Military Schools | 13-Dec-26 | 1 Day |
| 4 | UGC NET (December Cycle) | 14–19 December 2026 (Buffer: 20–21 December) | 6 Days |
| 5 | Joint CSIR UGC NET (December Cycle) | 20–21 December 2026 | 2 Days |
Important: Candidates preparing for UGC NET and Joint CSIR UGC NET should check the detailed examination notifications for application deadlines, eligibility, syllabus, and examination city information.
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January 2027 Examination Schedule–NTA Exam Calendar 2026–2027
January 2027 includes five examinations, including JEE Main Session 1 and the NIFT Entrance Examination.
| S. No. | Examination Name | Proposed Date(s) | Duration |
| 6 | Army Cadets College | 04-Jan-27 | 1 Day |
| 7 | SHRESHTA (NETS) – Residential Education for Students in High Classes in Targeted Areas | 10-Jan-27 | 1 Day |
| 8 | NIFT Entrance Examination | 10-Jan-27 | 1 Day |
| 9 | JEE (Main) – Session 1 (January) | 22–24, 28–30 January 2027 (Buffer: 31 January) | 6 Days |
| 10 | All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) | 31-Jan-27 | 1 Day |
JEE Main 2027 Session 1
As per the calendar, JEE Main Session 1 is proposed to be conducted on:
- 22–24 January 2027
- 28–30 January 2027
- Buffer date: 31 January 2027
JEE Main is an important entrance examination for students seeking admission to engineering programmes at participating institutions. Candidates should wait for the official NTA notification for registration dates, eligibility criteria, examination pattern, and application instructions.
February 2027 Examination Schedule–
The February 2027 schedule lists two examinations.
| S. No. | Examination Name | Proposed Date(s) | Duration |
| 11 | Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) | 07-Feb-27 | 1 Day |
| 12 | NITTTR – National Initiative for Technical Teachers Training (Part 1) | 26–27 February 2027 | 2 Days |
March 2027 Examination Schedule–NTA Exam Calendar 2026–2027
The March 2027 schedule includes CUET PG and NITTTR Part 2.
| S. No. | Examination Name | Proposed Date(s) | Duration |
| 13 | CUET (PG) – Common University Entrance Test (Post-Graduate) | 01–05, 08, 12, 20, 24–25 March 2027 (Buffer: 30–31 March) | 17 Days |
| 14 | NITTTR (Part 2) | 05–07 March 2027 | 2 Days |
Important Examinations Included in the NTA Exam Calendar 2026–2027
1. UGC NET December 2026
The UGC NET December cycle is proposed for 14 to 19 December 2026, with buffer dates on 20 and 21 December.
The examination is conducted for determining eligibility for roles such as Assistant Professor and Junior Research Fellowship, as applicable under the examination rules.
Candidates should regularly check the official NTA website for the application form, subject-wise syllabus, admit card, and result updates.
2. Joint CSIR UGC NET December 2026
The Joint CSIR UGC NET December cycle is scheduled for 20 and 21 December 2026, according to the published calendar.
The examination is relevant to eligible candidates pursuing research and academic opportunities in science-related subjects. Detailed eligibility and subject information will be available in the official notification.
3. NIFT Entrance Examination 2027
The NIFT Entrance Examination is proposed for 10 January 2027.
Candidates interested in undergraduate and postgraduate programmes offered through the National Institute of Fashion Technology should check the admission notification for programme-specific eligibility, application dates, and examination details.
4. CMAT 2027
The Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) is scheduled for 7 February 2027.
CMAT is a national-level management entrance examination used by participating institutions for admission to management programmes, subject to their admission policies.
5. CUET PG 2027
The CUET PG examination is proposed to take place on multiple dates in March 2027:
1–5, 8, 12, 20, 24–25 March 2027
The calendar also mentions buffer dates of 30 and 31 March 2027. Candidates should check the official notification for participating universities, subject choices, eligibility, and application procedures.
What Should Candidates Do After the NTA Exam Calendar 2026–2027 ?
Candidates preparing for the examinations included in the calendar should take the following steps:
- Check the official notification: Calendar dates are tentative and do not replace individual exam notifications.
- Track application deadlines: Registration dates may differ for every examination.
- Prepare according to the syllabus: Download the relevant syllabus and examination pattern from official sources.
- Follow admit card updates: Exam city slips and admit cards may be issued separately.
- Check for changes: NTA may revise examination schedules due to administrative or other circumstances.
NTA Exam Calendar 2026–2027: FAQs
When does the NTA examination calendar 2026–2027 cycle begin?
The published calendar begins with examinations scheduled in December 2026 and continues through March 2027.
What is the proposed date for JEE Main 2027 Session 1?
JEE Main Session 1 is proposed for 22–24 January and 28–30 January 2027, with 31 January mentioned as a buffer date.
When will UGC NET December 2026 be conducted?
According to the calendar, UGC NET December Cycle is proposed from 14 to 19 December 2026, with buffer dates of 20–21 December.
Is the NTA examination calendar final?
No. The published calendar states that dates are tentative and may change due to administrative, logistical, academic, statutory, or other circumstances.
Where Can I check the exam calendar 2026-27?
Candidates should visit the official NTA website at www.nta.ac.in and the respective examination portals for notifications and registration updates.
Conclusion
The NTA Examination Calendar 2026–2027 provides an overview of proposed examination dates from December 2026 to March 2027. It covers major examinations, including UGC NET, JEE Main Session 1, NIFT, CMAT, and CUET PG.
Candidates should use the calendar for preliminary planning and rely on official examination notifications for confirmed dates, eligibility requirements, registration schedules, and other important instructions.
Note: This article is based on the examination calendar shown in the provided NTA graphic. Candidates should verify the latest official updates before making examination-related decisions.
