
Content Writer | Updated On - Apr 15, 2026
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the CUET UG 2026 photo verification certificate submission deadline to April 16, 2026.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the deadline for submitting photo verification certificates for CUET UG 2026 candidates experiencing photo mismatches. The revised submission window now runs from April 10 to April 16, 2026, providing additional time for affected candidates to complete the verification process.
Candidates must download the certificate format, get it duly attested by a competent authority, and upload it through the official CUET portal at examinationservices.nic.in.
The photo verification certificate is mandatory for candidates whose uploaded photographs do not match the live photo captured during CUET registration. This applies to both non-Aadhaar candidates and those using Aadhaar/DigiLocker verification.
The certificate must include a recent duly certified photograph and proper attestation. Candidates must produce a printed copy of the uploaded certificate at the examination centre for physical verification on exam day.
Direct Link: CUET UG 2026 Photo Correction Window Open
CUET UG 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Photo Verification Window Opens | April 07, 2026 |
| Original Deadline (Correction/Photo) | April 10, 2026 |
| New Extended Deadline (Photo Mismatch Correction) | April 16, 2026 |
| City Intimation Slip Release | Last week of April 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | First week of May 2026 |
| CUET UG 2026 Exam Dates | May 11 – May 31, 2026 |
Candidates identified with photo mismatches receive notification through their registered email addresses. The NTA issued an advisory on April 7, 2026, informing candidates about the photo mismatch issue and providing guidelines for resolution.
The extension was announced on April 14, 2026, to facilitate more candidates in completing the verification process without facing examination centre complications.
The photo verification certificate module is live on the official CUET portal, enabling candidates to download the required certificate format. Candidates must ensure the photograph meets NTA specifications: plain white or light-colored background, at least 80% face visibility including ears, clear and non-blurred image, size between 10 KB to 200 KB in JPG/JPEG format, and captured in well-lit conditions without masks or sunglasses.
The live photo must be captured during the correction window in appropriate lighting conditions. Candidates should visit the official NTA website regularly for latest updates and clarifications.
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For technical issues or queries related to CUET UG 2026, candidates can contact the NTA Help Desk at 011-40759000 or email cuetug@nta.ac.in. The NTA emphasizes that timely submission of the photo verification certificate is crucial for smooth examination centre entry and admit card issuance.
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official National Testing Agency website and Collegedunia.com for the latest updates on CUET UG 2026 photo correction window, certificate upload guidelines, and other important announcements related to the examination.
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