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NTA Revised Exam Calendar 2026-27: UGC NET, JEE Main Dates

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NTA Revised Exam Calendar 2026-27: UGC NET, JEE Main Dates
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released a revised examination calendar for December 2026 to April 2027. The updated schedule includes important entrance and eligibility examinations such as the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET), Joint CSIR UGC NET, Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main, and Common University Entrance Test (CUET) Postgraduate (PG).

According to the notice, the examination calendar has been revised due to administrative reasons and replaces the previously issued schedule. Candidates preparing for these examinations should review the updated dates and plan their preparation accordingly.

The proposed schedule covers examinations conducted between December 2026 and April 2027. Candidates can access the revised calendar through the official NTA website. Since the dates are tentative, applicants should monitor official announcements for any further changes.

NTA Revised Examination Calendar 2026-27: Overview

ParticularsDetails

Organisation

National Testing Agency (NTA)

Calendar Period

December 2026 to April 2027

Calendar Status

Revised schedule released

Reason for Revision

Administrative reasons

Major Examinations

UGC NET, Joint CSIR UGC NET, JEE Main, CUET PG, CMAT and others

Official Website

nta.ac.in

NTA Revised Exam Calendar 2026-27: Full Schedule

The revised calendar provides the proposed examination dates and duration for various entrance tests and eligibility examinations. Candidates can check the schedule below.

ExaminationProposed Examination Date(s)Duration

Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC)

December 6, 2026

1 day

Study Webs of Active-Learning for Young Aspiring Minds (SWAYAM)

December 8–12, 2026

5 days

Rashtriya Military Schools

December 13, 2026

1 day

UGC NET, December Cycle

December 14–18 and December 21, 2026

6 days

Joint CSIR UGC NET, December Cycle

December 19, 22 and 27, 2026

3 days

Army Cadets College

January 4, 2027

1 day

SHRESHTA (NETS)

January 10, 2027

1 day

NIFT Entrance Examination

January 10, 2027

1 day

JEE Main, Session 1

January 20–24 and January 28, 2027

6 days

All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE)

January 31, 2027

1 day

Common Management Admission Test (CMAT)

February 7, 2027

1 day

CUET PG

March 2–5, March 8–9, March 12, March 15–19, March 24–25 and March 29–31, 2027

17 days

JEE Main, Session 2

April 2–7, 2027

6 days

Note: The dates mentioned above are tentative and may change due to administrative, academic, statutory, logistical or other unforeseen circumstances. Candidates should refer to the official NTA notice for the latest information.

NTA Exam Calendar 2026-27: Important Dates

Candidates preparing for major entrance and eligibility examinations should note the following key dates from the revised calendar:

  • UGC NET December 2026: December 14–18 and December 21, 2026.

  • Joint CSIR UGC NET: December 19, 22 and 27, 2026.

  • JEE Main Session 1: January 20–24 and January 28, 2027.

  • CMAT 2027: February 7, 2027.

  • CUET PG 2027: Multiple dates between March 2 and March 31, 2027.

  • JEE Main Session 2: April 2–7, 2027.

Candidates should check the complete calendar to identify the dates relevant to their examinations. They should also keep track of individual examination notifications for application deadlines, admit cards, examination city information and other important announcements.

How to Download the Revised NTA Exam Calendar 2026-27

Candidates can follow these steps to access the revised examination calendar:

  • First visit the NTA official website.

  • Open the latest public notices or examination-related announcements section.

  • Look for the revised examination calendar for December 2026 to April 2027.

  • Click on the relevant notification to open the PDF.

  • Check the proposed dates for the examinations you intend to take.

  • Download and save the PDF for future reference.

Candidates can also access the notice directly through the revised NTA examination calendar PDF.

What Should Candidates Do After the Revised Calendar Is Released?

The revised calendar can help candidates organise their preparation, particularly those planning to appear for multiple examinations. Candidates should consider the following steps:

  • Review the revised dates: Check whether the new schedule affects your examination preparation or other commitments.

  • Prepare a study timetable: Divide the available time according to the syllabus and difficulty level of each subject.

  • Track application notifications: The examination calendar does not replace individual application notices or information bulletins.

  • Check admit card announcements: Follow the official website for examination-specific updates.

  • Recheck dates regularly: Since the calendar is tentative, confirm the schedule before making final arrangements.

Candidates appearing for more than one examination should plan their preparation carefully and check the respective examination notices for detailed instructions.

Direct Link To Respective Examination Notices For Detailed

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Source

National Testing Agency (NTA): nta.ac.in/ | Revised Examination Calendar PDF

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