TIP: When using a mobile device, tap Menu then tap More Tools.
Select an Identifier Type (NetID / Texas State ID or SSN / ITIN).
Enter your last name, social security number, and personal email address in the appropriate boxes.
NOTE: The system will send a one-time-use link to your personal email address.
CAUTION: Depending on your personal email service, this email may take several minutes to reach your inbox. If you don’t see it within 15 minutes, look in your junk or spam folder.
Read the email and click the link contained in the email. A new web browser window or tab opens.
On the One-Time-Use Link Validation screen, enter your date of birth.
TIP: Your NetID will appear on the screen. Write it down and keep it handy for future use.
Enter and re-enter a password for your NetID.
Congratulations! You have successfully activated your NetID and created a NetID password.
NOTE: Be sure to keep your NetID and password handy! You will use it to log into several Texas State Online Services.