Coming July 2025: UCPath Gets a Fresh New Look
On July 14, 2025, the UCPath portal will be updated to a user-friendly interface designed to make it easier for employees to access the information they need.
What’s changing?
The update focuses primarily on visual enhancements and navigation improvements. Users can expect a more modern design with all the same core features of UCPath. Much like the UC Davis website, the new portal features a top navigation menu with expandable options—grouping similar resources together for a more intuitive layout.
Why update the UCPath portal?
An improved user experience is not the only benefit of this update. UCPath is paving the way for more efficient future updates by improving functionality and reducing customizations. It’s all part of an ongoing effort to ensure that UCPath remains a reliable and modern tool for employees.
What to expect
- No change to your login: You’ll still access UCPath at ucpath.universityofcalifornia.edu with your existing credentials.
- Same security, no setup required: Security questions will continue to protect your data, and there’s no need to reset them.
- All features retained: Everything you access today—paychecks, benefit details, leave balances—will still be available after the update.
- New look and feel: While all the features remain, they will be organized in a new layout. Take the time to familiarize yourself with the new UCPath portal and register for a webinar to learn more.
- Downtime: Planned downtime for the update will occur noon Friday, July 11, through 6 a.m. Monday, July 14.
- In preparation for the UCPath July Release systemwide downtime, several self-service options and eForms will be unavailable. This downtime will ensure that UCPath processes all previously submitted eForms before the system becomes unavailable on Friday, July 11, 2025, at noon.
Refer to the charts below for specific downtime schedules
eForm | Unavailable as of: |
| Accruals and Service Adjustment Request | 7/3/2025 @ 5pm |
| Request to Exceed Maximum Vacation Accrual Limit | 7/3/2025 @ 5pm |
| State Agency Prior Service Verification | 7/3/2025 @ 5pm |
| Out of State Income Tax Withholding | 7/9/2025 @ 5pm |
| Records and Data Request | 7/9/2025 @ 5pm |
| All Benefits eForms | 7/10/2025 @ 5pm |
Self-Service | Unavailable as of: |
| Benefits Self-Service Events | 7/10/2025 @ 5pm |
- Please ensure that you complete any necessary self-service transactions or updates before those dates. All eForms will be available again on July 14, 2025. For urgent matters during the scheduled eForm downtime, you may contact UCPath for additional assistance.
New UCPath preview
Features of the new portal:
- Main menu is located at the top of the page.
- Important messages display in the banner.
- My information, pay, benefits and leave balances display in tiles below the banner.
- Mobile optimization for tablets and phones.
Get a sneak peek of the new look in this two minute video overview
Webinars
Webinars will be available for transactors, managers and supervisors, and employees to learn more about the UCPath portal update.
- Managers and Supervisors: July 16, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
- All Employees: July 17: 10-11 a.m.
Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to launch. In the meantime, prepare to enjoy a smoother, more modern UCPath this July.