The 2026 Round 2 special Engineer Qualification Exam (Gisulsa) written examination is scheduled for November 21. Candidates who missed regular registration should check whether additional registration for vacant seats is available. However, you must distinguish between the November 15–16 registration period and the actual availability of seats for your chosen qualification and testing center. The examination schedule and refund deadlines are separate matters.
Can You Actually Register on November 15–16?
Yes. The additional registration period for vacant seats in the 2026 Round 2 special Engineer Qualification Exam written examination is as follows.
Additional Registration for Vacant Seats
Registration opens: November 15 at 10:00 AM
Registration closes: November 16 at 6:00 PM
Written examination: November 21
Scheduled announcement of successful candidates: December 2
This additional registration period operates separately from regular registration. Candidates who missed the regular application period may apply, but registration is possible only if vacant seats are available at the relevant testing centers.
Who Is Eligible for Additional Registration?
Additional registration is intended for candidates who were unable to apply during the regular application period.
Check the following requirements:
You did not register for the relevant examination during the regular application period.
Confirm that your chosen qualification is included in the Round 2 special examination.
Check whether your qualification and testing center appear on the registration screen.
Confirm that you meet the eligibility requirements and any qualification-specific application conditions.
In particular, this is not a way to register again for the same qualification if you have already applied during regular registration.
The appearance of a testing center on a list does not mean that a seat has been secured. You must check the actual vacant seats displayed on the registration screen.
How to Apply for a Vacant Seat Through Q-Net
Follow these steps on the registration date:
1. Visit the official Q-Net website.
2. Log in and navigate to the examination application section.
3. Select the 2026 Round 2 special Engineer Qualification Exam written examination.
4. Check your intended qualification and the available seats at testing centers.
5. Select an available testing center and examination schedule.
6. Review your candidate information and complete payment.
7. Check your application status in the application history section of My Page to confirm successful registration.
Your application is complete only after payment has been processed. For vacant-seat registration, card payments and bank transfers are available. Virtual account payments are not available, according to the registration guidance.
What to Prepare on Registration Day
Q-Net login details and identity verification
Confirmation of your examination qualification and grade
Alternative testing centers outside your preferred area
A payment card or bank transfer method
Confirmation of your application and examination admission ticket after registration
Can You Get a Refund If You Cancel After Registering for a Vacant Seat?
Pay close attention to the refund conditions, as the refund rate depends on when you cancel.
Q-Net's 2026 Round 2 special Engineer Qualification Exam written examination refund guidance specifies the following:
| Cancellation period | Refund rate |
|---|---|
| November 2–5 | 100% |
| November 6–16 | 50% |
Because vacant-seat registration takes place on November 15–16, you should not expect a full refund if you cancel after registering during this period.
The detailed vacant-seat registration guidance specifies that cancellations made by 11:59:59 PM on November 16 are eligible for a 50% refund. Cancellations and refunds are not permitted from November 17 onward.
Therefore, it is advisable to confirm your testing center and eligibility before completing payment.
How Should You Check Available Seats at Testing Centers?
Vacant-seat registration uses seats that become available, for example, when other candidates cancel. This means your preferred region or testing center is not guaranteed to become available.
It is important to distinguish among the following three terms:
Planned testing centers: Locations scheduled to administer the examination.
Testing centers currently accepting applications: Locations where you can actually register at that moment.
Vacant seats: The remaining seats available for registration at a particular location.
Rather than relying solely on a list of planned testing centers, check which locations can actually be selected on the examination application screen.
If no seats are available in your preferred area, you can also check testing centers in other regions. However, consider the travel distance and whether you can reach the selected location before making your decision.
Important Dates Before the November 21 Examination
| Item | Date |
|---|---|
| Regular registration | November 2–5 |
| Additional registration for vacant seats | November 15–16 |
| Written examination | November 21 |
| Scheduled announcement of successful written-examination candidates | December 2 |
The most important deadline is 6:00 PM on November 16, when additional registration closes. After confirming that your application is complete, prepare for the examination using the testing center and arrival time specified on your examination admission ticket.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can I register through Q-Net on Sunday, November 15?
Yes. November 15 falls within the additional registration period for vacant seats. Registration is scheduled to open at 10:00 AM.
Q. Can I apply on the afternoon of November 16?
Yes, but registration closes at 6:00 PM. It is better not to wait until the last minute.
Q. Will additional seats become available if my preferred testing center is full?
There is no guarantee that additional seats will become available. Registration is limited to seats freed up through cancellations and other circumstances, so you must check actual availability on the application screen.
Q. Can candidates who applied during regular registration apply again?
Additional registration for vacant seats is a separate process intended for candidates who did not apply during regular registration. Anyone who has already registered for the same qualification should check the eligibility conditions before attempting to apply again.
Q. When will the examination take place?
The 2026 examination is scheduled for Saturday, November 21. Check your examination admission ticket for your specific examination time and location.
