2026 NCAA Bracket Reveal: Time and Channel Information for March Madness

The much-anticipated Selection Sunday is finally here! In a few hours, men’s college basketball teams will discover if they’ve made it to the 68-team NCAA Tournament bracket. Michigan is looking strong for a No. 1 seed, with Michigan State not far behind at a projected No. 2 seed. The excitement is building as they uncover their journey to possibly reach Indianapolis for the Final Four and contend for the Big Ten’s first national championship since 2000.

By 6 p.m. ET on CBS, the full bracket will be revealed, with 31 teams already securing spots through winning their conference’s automatic bid. Alongside powerhouse teams like Duke, Arizona, Florida, and UConn, the Wolverines are among the top contenders for the national championship.

Here’s what you need to know about Selection Sunday for the 2026 March Madness Tournament:

When is Selection Sunday?
Date: Sunday, March 15
Selection Sunday for the 2026 men’s NCAA Tournament is set for Sunday, March 15.

What time is the NCAA bracket revealed today?
Men’s March Madness bracket reveal time: 6 p.m. ET
Tune in at 6 p.m. ET to catch the unveiling of the 68-team men’s college basketball bracket for March Madness.

Where to watch the March Madness bracket reveal today
TV channel: CBS
Streaming options: Fubo (free trial) | Paramount+
CBS will exclusively broadcast the big reveal of the men’s March Madness bracket. You can also stream the event on Fubo, which offers a free trial for new subscribers, and Paramount+, CBS’s streaming service.

When does March Madness begin?
March Madness kicks off on Tuesday, March 17, with the First Four at UD Arena in Dayton, Ohio. Winners of the First Four will move on to the first round of the 64-team bracket on Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20.

Mark your calendars for the upcoming March Madness schedule and dates:
First Four: March 17-18 (Dayton, Ohio)
First round: March 19-20
Second round: March 21-22
Sweet 16: March 26-27
Elite Eight: March 28-29
Final Four: Saturday, April 4 (Indianapolis)
National championship game: Monday, April 6 (Indianapolis)

Get ready for an action-packed March Madness this year!