The National Testing Agency (NTA) requires specific CUET UG 2026 candidates to immediately verify their application photos. This action is necessary to prevent disqualification from the exam. The NTA has identified discrepancies between applicant photos and their official identification documents.
Photo Verification Mandate
The NTA has issued a notice to candidates whose submitted application photos do not match their identity proofs. These include documents like Aadhaar cards. Affected students must complete a verification process to ensure exam eligibility.
CUET UG 2026 Exam Schedule and Application Timeline
The CUET UG 2026 exam is scheduled from May 11 to May 31, 2026 . The application period ran from January 3 to February 4, 2026. A correction window was available from February 23 to 26, 2026.
Identifying Affected Candidates
The NTA noted that some candidates' 'live photographs' taken during application do not align with photos on record with the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). If you are affected, a verification link was sent to your registered email address.
Steps to Avoid Disqualification
Candidates receiving the verification notice must follow these steps promptly:
- Download the official certificate, known as 'Annexure-1', from the NTA notice.
- Affix a recent, clear photograph of yourself onto the designated box on the certificate.
- Have the certificate attested by an authorized official. Their signature and stamp must partially cover both the certificate paper and your new photograph.
- Authorized officials include your current School Principal, College Principal, or Headmaster.
- Scan the completed and attested certificate into a PDF file.
- Upload the PDF using the link provided in the email.
Verification Deadline
The upload window for the verification certificate is open from April 7, 2026, to April 10, 2026 . Failure to complete this process by the deadline may lead to disqualification.
