Modified: Jan 2, 2025
Sometimes, things happen, and you must reset or change your password. Here are a few options you can follow when you forget your password.
Did you forget the CS Password?
If you are attempting to log into the CS Linux machines,
– For Students:
Since January 2025, your password is the same as your NetID password. If you forgot it, please reset your password on the netid.rutgers.edu website. Existing accounts may choose to use a CS password or NetID password.
– For Faculty/Staff:
please reset or activate your account at https://services.cs.rutgers.edu/accounts
The CS password may be reset if you still have your Rutgers University NetID password. To reset your CS password, go to https://services.cs.rutgers.edu/accounts
Did you forget both the CS password and the University NetID Password?
If you forgot both your CS password and Rutgers University NetID password, you must reset your University password first before you can reset your CS Password.
Changing CS Password.
If you know your CS password, you can change it:
- Using a terminal session and typing
kpasswdcommand. - Using a web browser pointing to https://services.cs.rutgers.edu/accounts
- Using a terminal session and typing
For both options above, you must provide your CS password to verify you own the account.