NTA Releases Tentative Exam Calendar for 2026–27
The tentative schedule covers JEE Main, UGC-NET, CMAT and CUET-PG examinations through the upcoming academic cycle.
New Delhi, Sep 18 : The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released its tentative examination calendar for the 2026–27 academic cycle, giving students an early schedule for several major national level entrance and eligibility examinations.
According to the calendar, JEE Main 2027 Session 1 is proposed to be conducted in January, with examinations scheduled for January 22–24 and January 28–30. The schedule also includes UGC-NET, CMAT and CUET-PG examinations during the December 2026 to March 2027 period.
The announcement is expected to help candidates plan their preparation and application timelines for competitive examinations conducted by the testing agency. However, the dates are tentative and candidates will need to follow subsequent notifications from NTA for confirmation and any changes.
The examination calendar covers multiple higher-education entrance and eligibility tests, providing students with an overview of the upcoming testing cycle. Candidates are advised to regularly check official NTA announcements for application details, examination centres, eligibility requirements and final schedules.
The release comes as students across the country begin preparing for major entrance examinations for the next academic session. The advance information is also relevant for institutions and coaching providers planning their academic calendars around the national examination schedule.
