CUET UG 2026: NTA Issues Photo Mismatch Advisory, Candidates Must Complete Verification Before Deadline
📢 National Testing Agency releases important CUET UG advisory
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued a crucial advisory for candidates appearing in the CUET UG 2026 examination, highlighting discrepancies found in photographs submitted during the application process. The advisory specifically addresses candidates whose uploaded live photographs do not match their identity proof records.
This development comes at a critical time as the CUET UG 2026 exam is scheduled to be conducted from May 11 to May 31, 2026, making it essential for candidates to resolve any discrepancies well before the examination. इस अपडेट ने कई candidates को alert कर दिया है क्योंकि verification issues exam day पर बड़ी समस्या बन सकते हैं।
⚠ Photo mismatch detected during verification
According to the official notice dated April 7, 2026, the issue was identified after the completion of the CUET UG application process. The registration window remained open from January 3 to February 4, 2026, followed by a correction window from February 23 to February 26, 2026.
Despite these correction opportunities, the NTA found that several candidates had discrepancies in their submitted photographs. In particular, candidates who used identity proof documents other than Aadhaar faced higher chances of mismatch, as their live images did not align with records available with UIDAI.
यह समस्या identity verification के दौरान सामने आई, जिससे exam centres पर candidates की entry प्रभावित हो सकती है।
🧾 Mandatory verification through attested certificate
To resolve this issue, the NTA has provided a one-time opportunity for affected candidates to verify their identity through an additional documentation process.
Candidates must upload the following:
- A signed and attested certificate in the prescribed Annexure-1 format
- A recent passport-sized photograph, duly certified by an authorised official
This certificate will serve as proof that the candidate’s current photograph matches the one submitted in the application form. यह प्रक्रिया candidates की identity confirm करने के लिए बेहद जरूरी है।
👨⚖ Who can attest the certificate
The NTA has clearly specified the authorities who can verify and attest the certificate. These include:
- School or College Principal / Headmaster
- Class-I Gazetted Officer (such as Tehsildar, SDM, DM, Revenue Officer)
- For NRI candidates: Class-I Gazetted Officer of the Indian Embassy
Candidates must ensure that the attestation is properly done with official seal and signature. अगर attestation गलत या incomplete हुआ तो documents reject हो सकते हैं।
📅 Deadline and submission process
The window for uploading the required documents is strictly limited. Candidates must complete the process within the given timeline:
- Start Date: April 7, 2026
- Last Date: April 10, 2026
The upload link will be sent to candidates via their registered email IDs. They must submit the certificate in PDF format within this period.
In addition to online submission, candidates are required to carry a printed copy of the attested certificate to the examination centre for physical verification. यह step exam day entry के लिए mandatory रहेगा।
🚨 Important instructions for candidates
The NTA has strongly advised candidates to complete the verification process within the stipulated deadline to avoid complications. Failure to comply with the instructions may result in:
- Issues during identity verification
- Delay or denial of entry to the exam centre
- Additional scrutiny at the time of examination
Candidates should regularly check official websites such as nta.ac.in and cuet.nta.nic.in for further updates. साथ ही email notifications भी regularly check करते रहें।
🎯 Why this advisory matters
The CUET UG examination is one of the largest entrance tests in India, with participation from lakhs of students. Ensuring accurate identity verification is crucial for maintaining the integrity and fairness of the examination process.
By issuing this advisory, the NTA aims to prevent impersonation and ensure that only genuine candidates appear for the examination. यह कदम exam transparency और security को मजबूत करने के लिए लिया गया है।
📌 Final takeaway for CUET UG 2026 candidates
Candidates appearing for CUET UG 2026 must not ignore this advisory. While exam preparation remains important, completing documentation and verification requirements is equally critical.
Students are advised to act immediately, upload the required documents, and keep all necessary paperwork ready before the exam date. सही समय पर action लेने से exam day पर किसी भी तरह की परेशानी से बचा जा सकता है।
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