What Day Do NCAA Basketball Rankings Come Out?

Duke forward Theo John (12) dunks over North Carolina guard Caleb Love (2) during the first half of a college basketball game in the semifinal round of the Men's Final Four NCAA tournament, Saturday, April 2, 2022, in New Orleans.
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  • The college basketball top-25 rankings are released each Monday.
  • The college basketball rankings are voted on by 62 sports writers and broadcasters in the United States.
  • The rankings come out at around 1 p.m. ET on Mondays.

When betting on college basketball odds, part of the research process can include checking a team’s ranking. 

It’s important to know when these basketball rankings are released so you can begin your research promptly or see where your favourite team landed. 

Below, I’ll tell you when the rankings come out, who votes on them, and more. 

What Day Do the NCAA Basketball Rankings Come Out?

Throughout the college basketball season, the Associated Press poll (AP poll) is released each Monday when voters’ ballots are publicized. 

What Time Do the College Basketball Rankings Come Out?

The rankings are released each Monday in the early afternoon, typically around 1 p.m. ET. 

Who Votes for College Basketball Rankings?

The college basketball rankings are voted on by 62 sports writers and broadcasters across the United States. 

When Did NCAA Net Rankings Start?

NET rankings were introduced before the start of the 2018 college basketball season. This metric serves as the primary evaluation tool for teams. 

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Richard Janvrin

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Richard Janvrin is a content writer for BetMGM. His work is also published at sites like Forbes, WSN, Gambling.com, Legal Sports Report, and more. He has a bachelor's degree from the University of New Hampshire.

Richard Janvrin is a content writer for BetMGM. His work is also published at sites like Forbes, WSN, Gambling.com, Legal Sports Report, and more. He has a bachelor's degree from the University of New Hampshire.