The National Testing Agency (NTA) announced a revised examination calendar for the academic session 2026-27. The changes affect major national-level tests such as JEE Main 2027, CUET PG 2027, UGC NET, Joint CSIR-UGC NET and several other entrance exams. The updated timetable now runs from early December 2026 to early April 2027, with specific dates listed by the agency.

Key points

• JEE Main Session 1: 20-24 Jan 2027 and 28 Jan 2027
• JEE Main Session 2: 2-7 Apr 2027
• UGC NET: 14-18 Dec 2026 and 21 Dec 2026
• Joint CSIR-UGC NET: 19, 22 & 27 Dec 2026
• CUET PG 2027: multiple dates in March (2-5, 8-9, 12, 15-19, 24-25, 29-31)
• Other exams – RIMC, SWAYAM, Rashtriya Military Schools, Army Cadets College, SHRESHTA (NETS), NIFT Entrance – also shifted to new dates.

Details

The revised schedule was issued for administrative reasons, and candidates are urged to rely on the new dates rather than earlier announcements. Highlights include:

• Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC) – 6 Dec 2026
• SWAYAM – 8-12 Dec 2026
• Rashtriya Military Schools – 13 Dec 2026
• Army Cadets College Examination – 4 Jan 2027
• SHRESHTA (NETS) – 10 Jan 2027
• NIFT Entrance Examination – 10 Jan 2027
• All India Sainik Schools Entrance – 31 Jan 2027
• CMAT – 7 Feb 2027

JEE Main, the gateway to engineering programmes, now has two sessions: the first in late January and the second in early April. CUET PG, used for postgraduate admissions across participating universities, will be held on six separate windows throughout March, giving candidates flexibility.

What it means for students

Students preparing for these competitive exams should immediately update their study plans to align with the new dates. Key actions include:

• Download the official revised calendar from nta.nic.in (look for “Revised Exam Calendar 2026-2027” under the “Latest @NTA” section).
• Mark the new JEE Main dates (20-24 Jan, 28 Jan, and 2-7 Apr) and adjust mock test schedules accordingly.
• For UGC NET aspirants, allocate revision time for the two December windows (14-18 Dec and 21 Dec).
• Joint CSIR-UGC NET candidates should plan for three separate days in December (19, 22, 27 Dec).
• CUET PG candidates must note the multiple March slots and choose the most suitable window based on their preparation level.
• Keep an eye on any further notifications on the NTA portal, especially regarding application deadlines and admit-card releases.

By staying updated with the official schedule and revising study timetables, students can avoid last-minute surprises and maximize their chances of success in these crucial examinations.

Source: Jagran Josh. Written for students by the Isolated Study News Desk from public reports. Always check the official website for final dates and details.