UGC NET and CSIR UGC NET Exam Dates 2026 Out for Dec Cycle, Check NTA Exam Calendar

The National Testing Agency has released the NTA Examination Calendar from December 2026 onwards, providing the tentative schedule for several major examinations proposed to be conducted up to March 2027. As per the schedule, the UGC NET December Cycle is proposed to be conducted from December 14 to 19, 2026, while the Joint CSIR UGC NET December Cycle is scheduled for December 20 and 21, 2026. Detailed information bulletins and examination-specific notices will be released separately.

NTA Examination Calendar 2026-27 Released

The NTA has placed its Examination Calendar for December 2026 Cycle onwards in the public domain. The calendar covers examinations proposed to be conducted between December 2026 and March 2027.

The purpose of releasing the calendar is to provide candidates with an advance view of the expected examination timeline. This is particularly useful for aspirants preparing for multiple competitive and entrance examinations, as they can organise their study plans, revision schedules and other academic commitments around the proposed dates.

The calendar includes UGC NET, Joint CSIR UGC NET, SWAYAM, JEE Main Session 1, CMAT, CUET PG, NIFT Entrance Examination and other examinations.

NTA Examination Calendar 2026-27 Notice

NTA Exam Calendar 2026-27: December to March

UGC NET December 2026 Exam Date

The UGC NET December 2026 examination is proposed to be conducted from December 14 to 19, 2026, according to the NTA Examination Calendar. The UGC NET December Cycle has been allotted a six-day examination window. NTA has also mentioned December 20 and 21, 2026, as buffer dates in connection with the UGC NET schedule.

Joint CSIR UGC NET December 2026 Exam Date

The Joint CSIR UGC NET December 2026 examination is proposed to be conducted on December 20 and 21, 2026, as mentioned in the NTA Examination Calendar.

The Joint CSIR UGC NET December Cycle has been assigned a two-day examination window. Like the UGC NET schedule, these dates are tentative and candidates should wait for the detailed examination notice for further information.

UGC NET and CSIR UGC NET Exam Dates 2026: Key Difference

Both examinations are part of the December 2026 cycle listed in the NTA calendar, but their proposed examination windows are different.

What Is the Importance of the NTA Exam Calendar for Candidates?

The NTA Examination Calendar helps candidates understand the tentative timeline of major examinations well in advance. Instead of waiting for individual notifications, aspirants can use the calendar as a broad planning document.

For UGC NET and CSIR UGC NET candidates, the December examination dates can now serve as a preparation deadline. At the same time, candidates should avoid assuming that the calendar contains all examination-related dates. Application, admit card, city intimation, answer key and result schedules will be announced separately.

NTA Exam Calendar 2026-27: FAQs

When was the NTA Examination Calendar 2026-27 released?

The NTA issued the public notice for the Examination Calendar on September 16, 2026. The calendar covers examinations proposed from December 2026 to March 2027.

When is UGC NET December 2026 scheduled?

According to the NTA Examination Calendar, UGC NET December 2026 is proposed from December 14 to 19, 2026. December 20 and 21 are mentioned as buffer dates.

When is Joint CSIR UGC NET December 2026?

The Joint CSIR UGC NET December Cycle is proposed for December 20 and 21, 2026.

Is the NTA Exam Calendar 2026-27 final?

No. The examination dates mentioned in the calendar are tentative and may be changed due to administrative, academic, statutory, logistical or other unforeseen circumstances.