The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released a revised examination calendar for December 2026 to April 2027, updating the tentative dates of several major entrance and eligibility examinations. The updated schedule includes UGC NET, Joint CSIR-UGC NET, JEE Main 2027, CUET PG 2027 and other national-level examinations.
Candidates preparing for these exams should review the revised timetable carefully and plan their preparation accordingly. The agency has clarified that the dates are tentative and may change due to administrative, academic or other unforeseen circumstances.
NTA Revised Exam Calendar 2026-27: Important Dates
The revised calendar outlines the proposed schedule for examinations taking place over the coming months.
| Examination | Tentative Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC) | December 6, 2026 |
| SWAYAM | December 8–12, 2026 |
| Rashtriya Military Schools | December 13, 2026 |
| UGC NET December 2026 | December 14–18 and 21, 2026 |
| Joint CSIR-UGC NET | December 19, 22 and 27, 2026 |
| Army Cadets College | January 4, 2027 |
| SHRESHTA (NETS) | January 10, 2027 |
| NIFT Entrance Examination | January 10, 2027 |
| JEE Main Session 1 | January 20–24 and 28, 2027 |
| All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination | January 31, 2027 |
| CMAT 2027 | February 7, 2027 |
| CUET PG 2027 | March 2–5, 8–9, 12, 15–19, 24–25 and 29–31, 2027 |
| JEE Main Session 2 | April 2–7, 2027 |
Candidates should note that these are proposed dates and must be checked against subsequent official announcements. <Cite refs={[“turn842241search1″,”turn842241search10”]}/>
UGC NET and Joint CSIR-UGC NET Exam Dates Revised
The December 2026 UGC NET examination is scheduled for December 14 to 18 and December 21. The Joint CSIR-UGC NET examination will take place on December 19, 22 and 27.
Candidates appearing for these tests should keep track of subject-wise schedules, examination city information, admit cards and other announcements released by the examination authorities.
JEE Main 2027: Session 1 and Session 2 Schedule
The first session of JEE Main 2027 is tentatively scheduled for January 20 to 24 and January 28. The second session is planned for April 2 to 7, 2027.
The examination is important for students seeking admission to undergraduate engineering programmes at participating institutions. Aspirants should complete the application process within the prescribed deadline and review the official information bulletin for eligibility criteria, fees and application instructions.
CUET PG 2027 Examination in March
The Common University Entrance Test for Postgraduate programmes (CUET PG) is scheduled across several dates in March 2027. The proposed examination dates are March 2–5, 8–9, 12, 15–19, 24–25 and 29–31.
Candidates planning to pursue postgraduate courses should monitor official notifications for application dates, subject-wise examination schedules and admission-related updates.
Other Examinations Included in the Revised Calendar
The updated timetable also covers several other examinations, including the RIMC entrance examination, SWAYAM, Rashtriya Military Schools, NIFT, SHRESHTA, the All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination and CMAT.
The CMAT 2027 examination is scheduled for February 7, while the NIFT entrance examination is proposed for January 10. Applicants should verify the specific requirements and application details for their respective examinations.
Where to Check the Official NTA Exam Calendar
Candidates can visit the official National Testing Agency website at nta.ac.in to check the latest examination calendar and notifications.
Since the schedule is tentative, aspirants should not rely solely on earlier calendars or unofficial updates. They should regularly check official announcements regarding exam dates, application deadlines, admit cards, examination city slips and any further revisions.
The revised calendar will help students organise their preparation for upcoming entrance and eligibility tests, but the final details should always be confirmed through the relevant official examination portal.
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