Quick Highlights (NTA Exam Calendar 2026-27)
- Conducting Agency: National Testing Agency (NTA)
- Exam Cycle Covered: December 2026 to March 2027 Cycle
- Total Examinations Listed: 14 Major National Exams
- UGC NET December 2026: 14 – 19 December 2026 (Buffer: 20-21 Dec)
- JEE Main 2027 (Session 1): 22–24 & 28–30 January 2027 (Buffer: 31 Jan)
- CUET PG 2027: 01–05, 08, 12–20 & 24–25 March 2027 (Buffer: 30-31 Mar)
- Joint CSIR-UGC NET: 20 – 21 December 2026
- CMAT 2027: 07 February 2027
- Official Portal: www.nta.ac.in
NTA Examination Calendar 2026-27 Details
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has published the proposed examination dates for the upcoming academic and recruitment cycles extending from December 2026 to March 2027. This comprehensive schedule includes premier national entrance tests such as JEE Main 2027 Session 1, UGC NET December 2026 Cycle, Joint CSIR-UGC NET, CUET PG 2027, CMAT 2027, NIFT Entrance Examination, and All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE).
This early publication assists candidates, parents, schools, universities, and coaching institutes in planning their academic preparations effectively.
Complete NTA Exam Schedule (Dec 2026 – March 2027)
| S.No. | Name of Examination | Proposed Date(s) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 2026 (05 Examinations) | |||
| 1 | Rashtriya Indian Military College | 06 Dec 2026 | 1 Day |
| 2 | SWAYAM Examination | 08 – 12 Dec 2026 | 5 Days |
| 3 | Rashtriya Military Schools | 13 Dec 2026 | 1 Day |
| 4 | UGC NET (December Cycle) | 14 – 19 Dec 2026 Buffer: 20 – 21 Dec 2026 | 6 Days |
| 5 | Joint CSIR UGC NET (December Cycle) | 20 – 21 Dec 2026 | 2 Days |
| January 2027 (05 Examinations) | |||
| 6 | Army Cadets College | 04 Jan 2027 | 1 Day |
| 7 | SHRESHTA (NETS) – Residential Education for Students in Targeted Areas | 10 Jan 2027 | 1 Day |
| 8 | NIFT Entrance Examination | 10 Jan 2027 | 1 Day |
| 9 | JEE (Main) – Session 1 (January) | 22 – 24, 28 – 30 Jan 2027 Buffer: 31 Jan 2027 | 6 Days |
| 10 | All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) | 31 Jan 2027 | 1 Day |
| February 2027 (02 Examinations) | |||
| 11 | Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) | 07 Feb 2027 | 1 Day |
| 12 | NITTT – National Initiative for Technical Teachers Training (Part 1) | 26 – 27 Feb 2027 | 2 Days |
| March 2027 (02 Examinations) | |||
| 13 | CUET (PG) – Common University Entrance Test (Post-Graduate) | 01–05, 08, 12–20, 24–25 March 2027 Buffer: 30 – 31 March 2027 | 17 Days |
| 14 | NITTT (Part 2) | 05 & 07 March 2027 | 2 Days |
Official NTA Examination Calendar Notification Notice
Official NTA Examination Calendar 2026-2027 Notice Sheet published on www.nta.ac.in
Important Notice & Instructions from NTA
Tentative Schedule & Candidate Advisory
- Tentative Schedule: The NTA examination calendar is tentative. Dates may undergo changes owing to administrative, academic, statutory, logistical or other unforeseen circumstances.
- Detailed Information Bulletins: Detailed examination notifications, application submission dates, eligibility criteria, information bulletins, city intimation slips, and admit cards will be issued separately on respective exam portals.
- Official Updates: Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official NTA website (www.nta.ac.in) and respective exam-specific portals for authentic updates.
Official NTA Website Links
| Official NTA Main Website | www.nta.ac.in |
| NTA Official Notifications Portal | NTA Latest Notices |
आधिकारिक संस्था: National Testing Agency (NTA), Ministry of Education, Govt of India
This news update is compiled from official NTA press releases and public announcements published on www.nta.ac.in.