The National Testing Agency (NTA) releases a tentative exam calendar for December 2026 through March 2027, outlining proposed dates for multiple national entrance examinations. According to reports, the calendar lists JEE Main for the 2027 Session 1 starting on January 22 and UGC NET beginning on December 14.
The outlets also note that the calendar is presented as tentative, and candidates are expected to consult detailed notifications, including application schedules and exact timings, once released by NTA. Times of India adds that the planned period includes other exams beyond JEE Main and UGC NET, such as Joint CSIR-UGC NET and CUET PG, alongside examinations including NIFT and CMAT, within the broader schedule window. Candidates are advised to review buffer days and the proposed timetable while waiting for the official notice for each exam.
Overall, the reports agree on the core dates for JEE Main (January 22, 2027 session 1) and UGC NET (December 14), while differing mainly in the range of additional exams they highlight within the same calendar period.
