when does march madness bracket come out ~~

The March Madness brackets come out on Selection Sunday , which in 2026 is March 15.

Key details

• The 68–team men’s bracket will be revealed on Sunday, March 15, 2026.

• The men’s bracket TV show is scheduled for the evening, with releases listed at about 6 p.m. ET.

• The women’s bracket is also unveiled on Selection Sunday, with the show following the men’s announcement that same night.

So if you’re waiting to fill out your bracket for 2026, plan on the full March Madness bracket being released the evening of Sunday, March 15, 2026.

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