The National Testing Agency (NTA) has published the proposed examination calendar for examinations scheduled from December 2026 to March 2027. The official public notice was issued on 16 September 2026.
The calendar includes tentative dates for important examinations such as UGC NET December 2026, Joint CSIR-UGC NET, NIFT Entrance Examination, JEE Main Session 1 2027, CMAT 2027, CUET PG 2027, AISSEE 2027, SWAYAM and other tests conducted by NTA.
Candidates should note that this calendar is only a planning schedule. The dates may change because of administrative, academic, statutory, logistical or other unforeseen circumstances. Examination-specific information bulletins, application forms, city-intimation notices, admit cards, answer keys and results will be issued separately.
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NTA Exam Calendar 2026-27: Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Conducting organisation | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Calendar period | December 2026 to March 2027 |
| Notice date | 16 September 2026 |
| Calendar status | Tentative/proposed schedule |
| Number of listed examinations | 14 entries |
| Official website | nta.ac.in |
| Official calendar PDF | Download PDF |
NTA Exam Calendar 2026-27: Complete Schedule
The following dates are taken from the official NTA examination calendar. Where a buffer date is mentioned, it has also been included because the examination schedule may use that date if required.
December 2026 Examinations
| No. | Examination | Proposed date | Duration |
| 1 | Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC) | 6 December 2026 | 1 day |
| 2 | SWAYAM | 8–12 December 2026 | 5 days |
| 3 | Rashtriya Military Schools | 13 December 2026 | 1 day |
| 4 | UGC NET, December Cycle | 14–19 December 2026; buffer: 20–21 December 2026 | 6 days |
| 5 | Joint CSIR-UGC NET, December Cycle | 20–21 December 2026 | 2 days |
January 2027 Examinations
| No. | Examination | Proposed date | Duration |
| 6 | Army Cadets College | 4 January 2027 | 1 day |
| 7 | SHRESHTA (NETS) | 10 January 2027 | 1 day |
| 8 | NIFT Entrance Examination | 10 January 2027 | 1 day |
| 9 | JEE Main Session 1, January 2027 | 22–24 and 28–30 January 2027; buffer: 31 January 2027 | 6 days |
| 10 | All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) | 31 January 2027 | 1 day |
February 2027 Examinations
| No. | Examination | Proposed date | Duration |
| 11 | Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) | 7 February 2027 | 1 day |
| 12 | NITTT, Part 1 | 26–27 February 2027 | 2 days |
March 2027 Examinations
| No. | Examination | Proposed date | Duration |
| 13 | Common University Entrance Test (Postgraduate), CUET PG 2027 | 1–5, 8, 12–20 and 24–25 March 2027; buffer: 30–31 March 2027 | 17 days |
| 14 | NITTT, Part 2 | 5 and 7 March 2027 | 2 days |
Key Dates for Major NTA Examinations
UGC NET December 2026
The UGC NET December Cycle is tentatively scheduled from 14 December to 19 December 2026, with buffer dates on 20 and 21 December 2026.
Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026
The Joint CSIR-UGC NET December Cycle is proposed for 20 and 21 December 2026.
NIFT Entrance Examination 2027
The NIFT Entrance Examination is scheduled for 10 January 2027 according to the calendar.
JEE Main Session 1 2027
JEE Main Session 1 is scheduled on 22–24 January and 28–30 January 2027. 31 January 2027 is listed as a buffer date. The detailed application schedule, city intimation notice, admit card and examination instructions will be published separately.
AISSEE 2027
The All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination is proposed for 31 January 2027.
CMAT 2027
The Common Management Admission Test is scheduled for 7 February 2027.
CUET PG 2027
The CUET PG 2027 examination is proposed on 1–5 March, 8 March, 12–20 March and 24–25 March 2027. The calendar lists 30 and 31 March 2027 as buffer dates.
Important Note About the NTA Calendar
The NTA calendar is not an application notification and does not itself open registration for any examination. It only provides a tentative planning schedule. The publication of the calendar does not confirm the final examination pattern, eligibility, syllabus, fee, application dates or city-allotment process.
Candidates should wait for the separate Information Bulletin or public notice for their chosen examination. The examination-specific notice will contain the official eligibility criteria, application procedure, fee, syllabus, correction window, admit-card process and result-related information.
How to Download the NTA Exam Calendar 2026-27
1.Visit the official NTA website.
2.Open the Notice or examination-related section.
3.Find the notice titled Publication of the Examination Calendar of the National Testing Agency (NTA) up to March 2027.
4.Open the official calendar PDF.
5.Download and save the PDF for reference.
6.Check the relevant examination portal regularly for the final notification.
What Candidates Should Do Next
Candidates should use the tentative calendar to plan their preparation, revision and document requirements. They should also monitor the official NTA website and the portal for their specific examination because application dates and detailed instructions will be announced separately.
It is advisable to keep a valid email address and mobile number active, check official notices regularly and avoid relying on forwarded messages or unofficial date lists. A calendar date should not be treated as final until NTA issues a subsequent examination-specific notice or confirms the schedule.
Useful Official Links
•Download NTA Exam Calendar 2026-27 PDF
•Official NTA calendar notice dated 16 September 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NTA Exam Calendar 2026-27?
It is a proposed schedule for NTA examinations planned from December 2026 to March 2027. It helps candidates and educational institutions plan academic and examination-related activities.
Is the NTA Exam Calendar 2026-27 final?
No. The dates are tentative and may be changed because of administrative, academic, statutory, logistical or other unforeseen circumstances.
Which major examinations are included in the NTA calendar?
The calendar includes UGC NET, Joint CSIR-UGC NET, NIFT Entrance Examination, JEE Main Session 1, AISSEE, CMAT, CUET PG, SWAYAM, RIMC and other examinations.
When will JEE Main Session 1 2027 be conducted?
JEE Main Session 1 is proposed for 22–24 January and 28–30 January 2027. 31 January 2027 is listed as a buffer date.
When is CUET PG 2027 scheduled?
CUET PG 2027 is proposed for 1–5, 8, 12–20 and 24–25 March 2027, with buffer dates on 30–31 March 2027.
Does the calendar include application dates and fees?
No. Application dates, eligibility, examination fees, syllabus, correction windows and admit-card details will be provided in separate examination-specific notifications.
Where can candidates download the official calendar?
Candidates can download it from the official NTA website or use the official PDF link provided in this article.
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