NTA Exam Calendar 2027 Out: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released its examination calendar for December 2026 to March 2027, giving candidates an early look at the proposed dates for several major entrance, admission and eligibility examinations.

The schedule covers 14 examinations, including UGC NET December 2026, Joint CSIR UGC NET, JEE Main 2027 Session 1, NIFT Entrance Examination 2027, CMAT 2027 and CUET PG 2027.

⚠️ Important: Candidates should remember that these are proposed/tentative examination dates. The final schedule and examination-specific details will be issued separately by the respective authorities.

🔥 NTA Exam Calendar 2026-27: Key Highlights

The NTA examination calendar covers exams scheduled between December 2026 and March 2027.

Among the biggest dates for candidates, UGC NET December 2026 is proposed for December 14–19, while JEE Main 2027 Session 1 is scheduled across January 22–24 and January 28–30.

Management aspirants can mark February 7, 2027 for CMAT, while CUET PG 2027 will be conducted across several dates during March.

📅 NTA Exam Calendar 2026-27: Complete Schedule

🎓 UGC NET December 2026 Exam Date

According to the NTA examination calendar, the UGC NET December 2026 cycle is proposed to be conducted from December 14 to December 19, 2026.

NTA has also kept December 20 and 21, 2026 as buffer dates.

Candidates planning to appear for UGC NET should note that the examination calendar does not replace the detailed UGC NET notification. Information about the application process, subject-wise examination schedule, examination city, city intimation slip and admit card will be announced separately.

The Joint CSIR UGC NET December 2026 examination is proposed for December 20 and 21, 2026.

📝 JEE Main 2027 Session 1 Exam Dates

Engineering aspirants have also received an early indication of the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 exam dates.

The examination is proposed to be conducted on:

📌 January 22–24, 2027

📌 January 28–30, 2027

NTA has designated January 31, 2027 as a buffer date.

Candidates should wait for the official JEE Main 2027 information bulletin for details regarding registration dates, eligibility, examination shifts, application fees, examination centres and admit cards.

👗 NIFT Entrance Exam 2027 Date

The NIFT Entrance Examination 2027 is proposed to take place on January 10, 2027.

The SHRESHTA (NETS) examination is also proposed for January 10.

Meanwhile, the All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2027 is scheduled for January 31, 2027.

📊 CMAT 2027 Exam Date

MBA and management aspirants should mark February 7, 2027 on their calendars.

According to the tentative NTA schedule, the Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2027 is proposed to be conducted on February 7, 2027.

Registration dates, eligibility requirements, examination pattern, admit-card schedule and other CMAT-related information will be provided through the detailed examination notification.

🎯 CUET PG 2027 Exam Dates

Students seeking postgraduate admission through the Common University Entrance Test (Postgraduate), or CUET PG 2027, have one of the longest examination windows in the calendar.

CUET PG 2027 is proposed to be conducted on:

📅 March 1–5, 2027

📅 March 8, 2027

📅 March 12–20, 2027

📅 March 24–25, 2027

Additionally, March 30 and March 31, 2027 have been kept as buffer dates.

Candidates should remember that their individual examination date will depend on the final subject-wise schedule released for CUET PG 2027.

⚠️ Are NTA Exam Dates 2027 Final?

No. The dates in the NTA examination calendar are tentative/proposed dates.

They may be revised because of administrative, academic, statutory, logistical or other unforeseen circumstances.

Therefore, students should avoid treating the examination calendar as the final admit-card or subject-wise examination schedule.

Detailed notifications for individual examinations are expected to provide information such as:

• Online application and registration dates
• Eligibility requirements
• Application deadlines
• Exam pattern and syllabus
• Examination city details
• City intimation slips
• Admit cards
• Subject-wise exam dates and shifts
• Answer keys
• Results

🌐 Where to Check NTA Exam Calendar 2027?

Candidates should use the official National Testing Agency website (nta.ac.in) for NTA notices and check the dedicated portal of the examination they are appearing for.

Students should be cautious about examination dates circulating on social media unless the information can be verified through an official notice.

✅ What Candidates Should Do Next

With the tentative calendar now available, candidates can use these dates to structure their preparation plans.

However, do not wait until the examination date approaches to check for updates. Keep track of the respective examination portal for the detailed information bulletin, application window and any revision to the tentative schedule.

It is also advisable to download important official notices and verify the final examination date again when the admit card or subject-wise schedule is issued.

❓ NTA Exam Calendar 2027 FAQs

1. Has the NTA Exam Calendar 2027 been released?

Yes. NTA has published an examination calendar covering proposed examination dates from December 2026 through March 2027.

2. When will UGC NET December 2026 be conducted?

The UGC NET December 2026 cycle is proposed to be held from December 14 to 19, 2026, with December 20 and 21 kept as buffer dates.

3. What is the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 exam date?

JEE Main 2027 Session 1 is proposed for January 22–24 and January 28–30, 2027. January 31 is listed as a buffer date.

4. When is CMAT 2027?

According to the tentative NTA calendar, CMAT 2027 is proposed for February 7, 2027.

5. When will CUET PG 2027 be held?

CUET PG 2027 is proposed for March 1–5, March 8, March 12–20 and March 24–25, 2027. March 30 and 31 are listed as buffer dates.

6. Are the NTA Exam Calendar 2027 dates final?

No. The dates are tentative and can be revised. Candidates should check the individual examination notifications for the final schedule.

7. Where can candidates check official NTA exam updates?

Candidates can check NTA notices through the official NTA website at nta.ac.in and should also follow the respective official examination portal for exam-specific announcements.

Disclaimer: Examination dates mentioned above are based on the tentative NTA examination calendar. Candidates should verify the latest schedule and instructions from the official NTA or examination-specific portal before making travel or examination arrangements.