NTA Releases Exam Schedule for 2027: Key Dates for Entrance Exams

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has unveiled its exam calendar for 2027, detailing key dates for various entrance exams from December 2026 to March 2027. Notably, the JEE Main Session 1 is set to begin on January 22. The schedule includes 14 exams, with five planned for December and January, and two each for February and March. Candidates are particularly eager for the NEET UG 2027 dates, as the exam will now be conducted over several days in a Computer-Based Test format. Stay tuned for more updates on these important examinations.

By Ambika Singh Sep 18, 2026, 11:27 IST

NTA Exam Calendar 2027 Overview

NTA Exam Calendar 2027: A significant update has been issued for those preparing for entrance examinations overseen by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The agency has unveiled the schedule for entrance tests set to occur from December 2026 to March 2027, covering the academic session of 2026-27. A total of 14 exams have been scheduled, with the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main Session 1, crucial for engineering admissions, commencing on January 22. It is important to note that this schedule is provisional and may be adjusted.

Entrance Exams Scheduled for December and January

The NTA has outlined the timetable for entrance exams from December to March 2027, with five exams planned for December and another five for January. Additionally, two exams are slated for both February and March.

Exams Scheduled for December 2026

According to the released calendar, the following exams will take place in December 2026:

Name of Exam Proposed Date Total Days

Rashtriya Indian Military College 6 December 2026 1 day

SWAYAM 8 to 12 December 1 day

Rashtriya Military School 13 December 1 day

UGC NET December 14 to 19 December (20-21 December: Reserve Days) 6 days

Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 20 & 21 December 2 days

Exams Scheduled for January 2027

The NTA has confirmed the following exams for January 2027:

Name of Exam Proposed Date Total Days

Army Cadet College 4 January 2027 1 day

SHRESHTA (NETS) 10 January 2027 1 day

NIFT Entrance Exam 10 January 2027 1 day

JEE Main (Session 1) 22 to 24 January, 28 to 30 January 2027 (31 January: Reserve Day) 6 days

All India Sainik School Entrance Exam 31 January 2027 1 day

Exams Scheduled for February 2027

The following exams are planned for February 2027:

Exam Name Proposed Date Total Days

Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 7 February 1 day

National Initiative for Technical Teachers Training (NITTT) Part 1 Entrance Exam 26 to 27 February 2 days

Exams Scheduled for March 2027

In March 2027, the following exams will be conducted:

Entrance Exam Proposed Date Total Days

CUET (PG) 1–5 March, 8 March, 12–20 March, 24 & 25 March 2027 (30 & 31 March are reserve days) 17 days

National Initiative for Technical Teachers Training (NITTT) Part 2 5 & 7 March 2 days

Anticipation for NEET UG 2027 Dates

Candidates are eagerly awaiting the announcement of NEET UG 2027 dates. The NTA has indicated that NEET UG will be conducted in a Computer-Based Test (CBT) format over a span of 5 to 6 days, a shift from the previous single-day format. As a result, candidates are keenly anticipating the specific dates for this examination.