What Time is Selection Sunday 2026? Men’s and Women’s Schedule – Sports Brackets
The wait is over. Today is Selection Sunday, the most important day of the college basketball calendar. Before the first whistle blows, the field of 68 must be revealed. Selection Sunday 2026 takes place today, March 15, 2026. The Men’s NCAA Tournament Selection Show airs at 6:00 PM ET on CBS. The Women’s NCAA Tournament Selection Show follows shortly after at 8:00 PM ET on ESPN.
Selection Sunday 2026 Full Schedule
If you are planning your watch party or office pool, here are the exact times and channels you need for today to check out the NCAA Tournament seeds and picks.
Men’s Selection Show
- Time: 6:00 PM ET / 3:00 PM PT
- Channel: CBS
- Streaming: Paramount+
Women’s Selection Show
- Time: 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT
- Channel: ESPN
- Streaming: ESPN+ and FuboTV
Get Ready Before the Brackets Drop
Once the teams are announced, the rush to print brackets and set up pools begins. Beat the crowd by grabbing your resources now.
Selection Sunday FAQ
What time is the Selection Sunday show 2026?
The Men’s selection show starts at 6:00 PM ET on CBS. The Women’s selection show starts at 8:00 PM ET on ESPN.
What channel is Selection Sunday on today?
The Men’s tournament bracket will be revealed on CBS. The Women’s tournament bracket will be revealed on ESPN.
Can I stream Selection Sunday 2026?
Yes. You can stream the CBS broadcast on Paramount+ and the ESPN broadcast on the ESPN app or via services like YouTube TV and Hulu + Live TV.
