NTA Exam Calendar 2026-2027 Released – Check Exam Dates
National Testing Agency (NTA) has published its Examination Calendar up to March 2027. The official public notice was issued on 16 September 2026 and includes the tentative schedule for various examinations to be conducted from December 2026 to March 2027.
The calendar includes important examinations such as SWAYAM, UGC NET December Cycle, Joint CSIR-UGC NET December Cycle, NIFT Entrance Examination, JEE (Main) Session 1, All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination, CMAT, CUET (PG) and NITTT, along with other examinations.
Candidates planning to appear in these examinations can use the calendar to plan their preparation and keep track of the proposed examination periods.
Important: NTA has clearly stated that the dates in this calendar are tentative and may change because of administrative, academic, statutory, logistical or other unforeseen circumstances. The calendar itself does not constitute a notification for any particular examination. Examination-specific notices and detailed information will be issued separately.
NTA Exam Calendar 2026-2027 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Calendar | NTA Examination Calendar |
| Calendar Published | 16 September 2026 |
| Coverage | December 2026 to March 2027 |
| Exam Dates | Exam-wise |
| Nature of Dates | Tentative |
| Admit Card | As per individual examination schedule |
| Application Fee | Exam-wise |
| Official Website | nta.ac.in |
NTA Exam Calendar 2026-2027: Complete Schedule
According to the official NTA calendar, the following examinations are proposed from December 2026 to March 2027.
December 2026
| Exam | Proposed Date | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC) | 06 December 2026 | 1 Day |
| SWAYAM | 08–12 December 2026 | 5 Days |
| Rashtriya Military Schools | 13 December 2026 | 1 Day |
| UGC NET – December Cycle | 14–19 December 2026 | 6 Days |
| UGC NET Buffer Dates | 20–21 December 2026 | — |
| Joint CSIR-UGC NET – December Cycle | 20–21 December 2026 | 2 Days |
January 2027
| Exam | Proposed Date | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Army Cadets College | 04 January 2027 | 1 Day |
| SHRESHTA (NETS) | 10 January 2027 | 1 Day |
| NIFT Entrance Examination | 10 January 2027 | 1 Day |
| JEE (Main) – Session 1 | 22–24 & 28–30 January 2027 | 6 Days |
| JEE (Main) Buffer Date | 31 January 2027 | — |
| All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination | 31 January 2027 | 1 Day |
February 2027
| Exam | Proposed Date | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) | 07 February 2027 | 1 Day |
| NITTT – Part 1 | 26–27 February 2027 | 2 Days |
March 2027
| Exam | Proposed Date | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CUET (PG) | 01–05, 08–20, 24–25 March 2027 | 17 Days |
| CUET (PG) Buffer Dates | 30–31 March 2027 | — |
| NITTT – Part 2 | 05 & 07 March 2027 | 2 Days |
Important Exams in NTA Calendar 2026-27
The calendar covers several major entrance, eligibility and academic examinations, including:
- UGC NET December 2026
- Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026
- JEE Main 2027 Session 1
- NIFT Entrance Examination 2027
- CMAT 2027
- CUET PG 2027
- All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination 2027
- SWAYAM
- RIMC
- Rashtriya Military Schools
- SHRESHTA (NETS)
- NITTT
- Army Cadets College
The exact application dates, eligibility requirements, examination pattern, syllabus and fee will be provided through separate examination-specific notifications.
NTA Exam Calendar 2026-2027 – Application Fee
There is no single application fee for the NTA Examination Calendar.
Each examination has its own:
- Application fee
- Eligibility criteria
- Application dates
- Examination pattern
- Syllabus
- Admit card schedule
- Result schedule
Candidates should therefore check the respective examination notification before applying.
NTA Exam Calendar 2026-2027 – Age Limit
There is no common age limit for all examinations listed in the NTA calendar.
The age requirement, where applicable, will depend on the particular examination and its eligibility rules.
Candidates should check the individual examination notification for complete age-related requirements.
Is the NTA Exam Calendar 2026-2027 Final?
No.
NTA has specifically stated that the dates are tentative and may be changed due to administrative, academic, statutory, logistical or other unforeseen circumstances.
Therefore, candidates should not treat the calendar as the final examination notice.
Important Note for Candidates
Publication of the calendar does not constitute a notification for any particular examination.
NTA will issue separate detailed information bulletins and examination-specific notices at the appropriate time. These notices will contain important information such as:
- Eligibility
- Application dates
- Application fee
- Examination pattern
- Syllabus
- City intimation
- Admit card
- Answer key
- Result
NTA has advised candidates and stakeholders to rely only on information published on the official NTA website and respective examination portals.
How to Check NTA Exam Calendar 2026-2027
Candidates can check the official calendar by following these steps:
- Visit the official NTA website.
- Go to the Latest @ NTA / Notices section.
- Look for “Publication of the Examination Calendar of the National Testing Agency (NTA) up to March 2027”.
- Open the official notice.
- Check the examination-wise proposed dates.
- Download/save the calendar for future reference.
Direct Download
Download NTA Examination Calendar 2026–2027
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FAQs – NTA Exam Calendar 2026-2027
When was the NTA Exam Calendar 2026-2027 released?
The public notice was issued on 16 September 2026.
What period does the NTA calendar cover?
The calendar covers examinations proposed from December 2026 up to March 2027.
Is the NTA exam calendar final?
No. The dates are tentative and may be changed by NTA if required.
When is JEE Main 2027 Session 1 scheduled?
The proposed dates are 22–24 January and 28–30 January 2027, with 31 January 2027 listed as a buffer date.
When will UGC NET December 2026 be conducted?
The proposed UGC NET December Cycle dates are 14–19 December 2026, with 20–21 December 2026 listed as buffer dates.
When is CUET PG 2027 scheduled?
CUET PG is proposed for 01–05, 08–20 and 24–25 March 2027, with 30–31 March 2027 as buffer dates.
When is CMAT 2027?
The proposed CMAT examination date is 07 February 2027.
Where can I download the official NTA Exam Calendar 2026-2027?
Candidates can download it directly from the NTA official website or the official PDF linked above.
Conclusion
The NTA Examination Calendar 2026-2027 provides a tentative roadmap for major examinations scheduled from December 2026 through March 2027. It includes important exams such as UGC NET, CSIR-UGC NET, JEE Main, NIFT, CMAT, CUET PG, SWAYAM and All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination.
Candidates should use the calendar for planning purposes but must wait for the individual examination notification for final dates, application details, eligibility, syllabus, admit card and other instructions.
Official Source: National Testing Agency (NTA)
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